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Doctorate in Education

DR. POORNIMA SUBRAMANIAN

Education Leader | Curriculum & Instructional Designer

Education professional with 10+ years of preschool leadership, experience educating 400+ children, curriculum development and teacher training. Doctorate in Education, B.E. Computer Science, with expertise in ECCE, Montessori, phonics, SEN and AI-assisted digital learning.

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India10+ years Years' ExperienceGrades 6–12Not ApplicableHindi · English.Tamil
10+ yearsYears of experience
5Core skills
4Certifications
4Qualifications
Professional profile

About the teacher

A clear summary of teaching identity, strengths, classroom philosophy and career focus.

Highly accomplished Education professional and preschool leader with 10+ years in curriculum development, instructional design, and teacher training. Blends a Doctorate in Education with Computer Science and AI-assisted tools to create interactive digital learning experiences. Expert in designing structured lesson plans, age-appropriate resources, and assessments for diverse learners.

Experiential LearningInquiry-Based TeachingAssessment DesignDifferentiationClassroom TechnologyStudent Mentoring
“I believe every child is unique and learns at their own pace. I promote joyful, inclusive, play-based learning that nurtures curiosity, creativity, confidence, independence and lifelong learning.”
Teaching philosophy
  • Concept clarityBreak difficult ideas into simple, visual steps.
  • Real-life applicationMake learning relevant and memorable.
  • Active participationKeep every learner involved.
Career journey

Teaching experience

Roles presented with responsibilities, impact and evidence—not only job titles.

2018 – PresentCurrent/Recent Role

Founder / Director

Qurious Lil’ Mindz International Preschool

January 2017 – November 2026

Teacher Trainer / Founder

Vedant Academy

Professional work

Teaching resources

Sample lessons, assessments and student-facing resources that demonstrate planning quality.

Playgroup Interactive Learning Game

An interactive, browser-based educational game designed for playgroup children. It introduces foundational learning concepts through engaging activities such as letter matching, picture recognition, healthy food identification, and action-word learning. The game encourages early vocabulary developme

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Curriculum plan - 5 senses

A five-session, play-based curriculum designed for preschool children aged 3–5 years. It introduces sight, hearing, smell, taste and touch through engaging, hands-on activities that develop sensory awareness, observation and early learning skills.

Curriculum plan

Interactive Alphabet Flashcards for Early Learners

An engaging digital learning resource designed for preschool and kindergarten children to recognise and learn the English alphabet through colourful visual flashcards and audio cues. Includes interactive letter learning and a play-all feature to support letter recognition, listening skills and early

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Academic background

Qualifications

Academic qualifications and formal preparation for teaching practice.

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Doctorate in Education

European International University (EIU), Paris · 2023–2025

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B.E. Computer Science Engineering

Anna University · 2003–2007

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Diploma in Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE)

Veracious Foundation · 2015–2016

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Diploma in Montessori Education and Diploma in Special Needs Education

Veracious Foundation · 2021–2022

Professional development

Certifications

Professional certifications and continued learning credentials.

✅︎

Diploma in Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE)

Veracious foundation,2015

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Diploma in Montessori Education

Veracious foundation, 2021

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Diploma in Special Needs Education

Asian college of teachers,2021

Impact beyond lessons

Achievements & leadership

Recognition, leadership and contributions beyond everyday classroom teaching.

Best Playschool award for my Preschool

My preschool is recognised as Best playschool for the quality of education, infra structure provided to students

Best community outreacher

Awarded for the dedicated contribution to anganwadi children 's development program

Teacher Mentor

Supported lesson planning, observation and feedback for newly appointed teachers.

Social Engagement award

Awarded for social responsibility

Professional credibility

Recommendations

From school leaders, peers and parents — independent evidence of performance.

“My son studied jolly phonics course from Poornima mam through online recently...it was a great experience for him....she taught him very patiently and interactive through online....output is really satisfied and it helped a lot to improve his reading, writing skills...”

AP
Anitha PParent

“always admire the principle Poornima mam that she always gives her support and encouragement for my daughter.”

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Soumya Parent
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Contact the teacher

Contact details and availability for relevant teaching opportunities.

Open to meaningful opportunities

I am seeking opportunities in Curriculum Development, Instructional Design, and Digital Learning Content Development, preferably in a remote or flexible work environment. With 10+ years of experience in early childhood education and preschool leadership, I have worked with 400+ children and develop

  • poornima.manian@gmail.com
  • 9819XXXXXX
  • Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
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