Meghana Thakkar Macau

(Taipa)

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About Me

School of the Nations, Taipa, Macau Biology Teacher (IB and IGCSE) & Assistant IBDP Coordinator • Conduct scheduled lectures and practical sessions, elaborating fundamental concepts to ensure thorough student comprehension. • Design regular assignments aligned with prescribed syllabi and advise students on study-related issues to build proficiency. • Engage students in discussions to address problems and keep them updated on current affairs. • Motivate students, evaluate academic performance, and provide constructive feedback. • Assist the IBDP Coordinator with program management, including the comprehensive 5-year evaluation process. • Guide students through their Extended Essays in Biology. • Conduct the Science Club for Primary students and organize DNA Technology workshops in association with the University of Saint Joseph. • Actively contribute as a member of the school's yearbook team. Ecole Mondiale World School, Juhu, Mumbai General Science Teacher (MYP) (July 2011 – May 2012) Prudence International School and Junior College, Panvel Biology and General Science Teacher (August 2010 – April 2011) • Delivered scheduled lectures for students from 5th to 12th grade, elaborating on fundamental concepts. • Tracked and recorded individual student progress by conducting periodic assessment tests. Independent Tutoring & Lecturing • Online Tutor (August 2015 onwards): Conduct online teaching sessions for international students in IB, A Level, AP and IGCSE boards. • Private Tutor (August 2010 onwards): Provide tuition for ICSE, IB, IGCSE, CBSE, HSC, AP and A Level students. • Lecturer, Ravi Classes & Helix Biotech Classes (July 2008 – December 2009): Taught Biotechnology and allied subjects to BSc and MSc students. Certifications & Professional Development • TEFL Certification (120 hours), University of Ontario (2022) • IB Advanced Certificate in Teaching & Learning Research (July 2024) • IB Examiner for HL Paper 2 and Internal Assessment (2014 onwards) • IGCSE Examiner for Paper 4 (2023 onwards) • Certificate in School Management & Leadership (November 2024) • IB DP Coordination Workshop Category 1 and 3 (2015 & 2018) • Approaches to Teaching and Learning for DP/CP Classroom Teachers Workshop (March 2019) • IB Biology Online Workshop: Focus on Internal Assessment (October 2013) • IGCSE Tutor-Led Biology Online Workshop (November 2013) • IB Biology Category I & 3 Workshops, Beijing (September 2012) • MYP SAIBSA JOB ALIKE Workshop (April 2012) • MYP Science (Category 1 & 2) Workshop, Bangalore (December 2011) • Certificate Program from the Australian Government in Teaching ESL Students in Mainstream Classrooms • Enrolled in the Promotion of Science Program, University of Saint Joseph, Macau

Meghana Thakkar is a highly qualified Science educator and experienced online tutor with a proven track record of delivering IB, IGCSE, A-Level, and MYP curricula. Since 2010, she has provided targeted academic instruction across multiple educational boards (including CBSE, ICSE, and HSC), and has been conducting dedicated online tutoring sessions for international students since 2015. Currently, Meghana serves as an IB and IGCSE Biology Teacher and Assistant IBDP Coordinator at the School of the Nations in Taipa, Macau. Her institutional teaching experience is deeply informed by her extensive assessment expertise: she has served as an IB Examiner for HL Paper 2 and Internal Assessment since 2014, and as an IGCSE Examiner for Paper 4 since 2023.

Meghana holds an M.A. in Education from the University of Bath and an M.Tech Integrated in Biotechnology from Dr. D. Y. Patil University, where she graduated as a Gold Medalist. To further support diverse learners in virtual environments, she also holds a 120-hour TEFL Certification from the University of Ontario. Proficient in MS Office, HTML, and digital learning platforms, she excels at designing syllabus-aligned materials, breaking down complex scientific concepts, and providing constructive, assessment-driven feedback. Known for fostering strong, communicative relationships with both students and parents, Meghna is dedicated to leveraging her academic rigor and examiner insights to help learners achieve their highest potential through online education.

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1 hour per session-weekdays evenings and weekends-full day

Resume

D.Y.Patil Institute of Biotechnology & Bioniformatics
MTech Integrated
Biotechnology
2005 — 2010
Biology
School of the Nations
Secondary Science Teacher
IBDP Biology, IGCSE Biology
August 2012 — I currently work here
Education and english
IB Advanced Certificate in Teaching & Learning Research
I was awarded this certificate in conjunction with the M.A. in Education that I completed from the University of Bath
IBO
2021 — 2024
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