Elsa Maria Thomas
@elsamariathomas
Thematic expert and counselor who empowers people through training, research, and meaningful guidance.
What I'm looking for
I’m a Thematic Expert with a strong counseling and education background, currently working at The Kerala Institute of Local Administration (KILA) since March 2023. In this role, I act as a resource person, coordinate training programmes, conduct social audits with the Kerala Education Department, and provide soft-skill training.
Previously, I served as a Student Counselor cum English Language Trainer at Royal Indian School (2014–2017), delivering academic, psychological, and family counseling, along with special education support and English language training. I’ve also worked as an Assistant Professor (2011–2013) and HR Manager (2013–2014), and as a Student Counselor at Medvista India Health Care Solutions, where I conducted career aptitude tests and provided career and psychological counseling for students and parents.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Thematic Expert
Kerala Institute of Local Administration (KILA)
Mar 2023 - Present (3 years 4 months)
Serves as a thematic resource person and coordinates training programs. Conducts social audits and provides soft-skill training in association with the Kerala Education Department.
Student Counselor
Royal Indian School
Jan 2014 - Jan 2017 (3 years)
Provided academic counseling and psychological counseling, including family counseling, for students. Also supported special education and delivered English language training while managing documentation and office/accounting tasks.
HR Manager
Domy Innovations Café
Jan 2013 - Jan 2014 (1 year)
Handled client interactions and managed accounting and documentation duties. Served in an HR manager capacity for the café business.
Assistant Professor
Lorven College
Jan 2011 - Jan 2013 (2 years)
Worked as an assistant professor, including head-of-department responsibilities. Conducted teaching and counseling, managed documentation, supervised field work, and organized programs.
Student Counselor
Medvista India Health Care Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
Nov 2010 - Jan 2011 (2 months)
Provided student counseling and conducted research and documentation. Delivered soft-skill training, prepared and conducted career aptitude tests, and provided career and psychological counseling for parents.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)
Master of Arts, Literature
Grade: 62% aggregate
Completed an MA in Literature at IGNOU in 2018, securing 62% aggregate.
Mahatma Gandhi University
Master of Social Work, Medical and Psychiatric Social Work
Grade: 72% aggregate
Completed an MSW in Medical and Psychiatry at Mahatma Gandhi University in 2010, securing 72% aggregate.
Mahatma Gandhi University
Bachelor of Arts, English
Grade: 57% aggregate
Completed a BA in English at Mahatma Gandhi University in 2008, securing 57% aggregate.
Board of Higher Secondary Education, Kerala
Pre-University Course (PUC), Higher Secondary Education
Grade: 63% aggregate
Completed PUC from the Board of Higher Secondary Education, Kerala in 2004, securing 63% aggregate.
St. Mary’s G.H.S.S, Kanjirappally
Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC), General Education
Grade: 59%
Completed SSLC at St. Mary’s G.H.S.S, Kanjirappally in 2002, securing 59%.
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