With more than a decade of storytelling on her back, Rituparna Ghosh is the Founder of Your Story Bag, a storytelling, training and consulting company. As developer of a niche storytelling program called ‘Tickle Your Story Bones’, Ms. Ghosh will be taking a module on Storytelling Techniques at ACERT to enable teachers to master the craft of storytelling and use it as a powerful teaching tool.

Ms. Namita a graduate from Lady Shriram College, Delhi University is a Trainer at Amity Centre for Educational Research and Training and as life may have it, this is where her drive to shape her dreams started too. She completed her P.G Diploma at ACERT IN 2012-13 and after a successful stint at Amiown - Amity's caring Preschool, Delhi began her career as Trainer in ACERT.

The past few years in training and in preschool classrooms have given her the hands on and concrete experiences required to share the experience and knowledge further to nurture “Teachers of Substance”.

She also has been instrumental in developing content for and leading workshops for Parents and for professional development of practicing teachers. Ms. Namita is the in house expert on Circle Time activities. She is a creative powerhouse and is known to create masterpieces as learning aids.

Anshu is a creative entrepreneur and performing arts enthusiast. She facilitates experiential interventions using a unique blend of interactive learning and mindfulness to helps organisations and individuals enhance and improve their productivity and overall well-being. Her brainchild, The Inner Startup, is aimed at building more energised, empowered and emotionally intelligent communities.

website: www.theinnerstartup.com

Saroj is a seasoned practitioner and trainer of holistic healing with over 30 years of experience working with both individuals and organisations. Her integrated methods focus on mental and physical well-being to enhance workplace wellness. Saroj’s unique approach brings together techniques from a range of practices such as Mindfulness Meditations, Yoga, Acupressure, Magnet Therapy, Reiki, Pranic Healing, Psycho Therapy and EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) and Naturopathy.

website: www.theinnerstartup.com

Ms. Meghna is a Teacher trainer who inspires her trainees to learn. She is an MA and B.ed from Jodhpur University, has done a Full year Montessori Course and a Certificate in Management of Children with Learning Difficulties from Amity Centre for Educational Research and Training, she also holds an International Diploma in Advance Montessori and ECCE from US.

She is well versed with the demands of the current educational system. She believes that being a competent and well-performing teacher is one of the most important resources in any educational institution. She has over 11 years of experience working with adults, teaching them the best Educational practices used in today’s world, she also guides her students to enhance their personality, communication skills, storytelling and Art & craft techniques.

She conducts various Parenting Workshops to help and guide young parents with the skills and strategies which can help children grow in confidence and resilience.

Ms. Monika D. Mehrotra is a trained and qualified Early Childhood Professional with demonstrated history of successfully performing multiple roles from Teacher to School Principal over the course of her career in prestigious institutes and organisations like DPS, RAKCSC, Lady Irwin College, Educomp, Pelican Education and Pathways Schools and now in the role of Consultant at ACERT since 2016.

She is an expert in the Reggio Emilia Approach and her skills lie in curriculum development and capacity building with efforts aimed towards early childhood advocacy, research and development.

Ms. Namita is a Trainer at Amity Centre for Educational Research and Training and as life may have it, this is where her drive to shape her dreams started too. She completed her P.G Diploma at ACERT IN 2012-13 and after a successful stint at Amiown - Amity's caring Preschool, Delhi began her career as Trainer in ACERT.

The past few years in training and in preschool classrooms have given her the hands on and concrete experiences required to share the experience and knowledge further to nurture “Teachers of Substance”.

She also has been instrumental in developing content for and leading workshops for Parents and for professional development of practicing teachers. Ms. Namita is the in house expert on Circle Time activities. She is a creative powerhouse and is known to create masterpieces as learning aids.

An alumna of St. Stephen’s College (D.U), Ms. Bhavna went on to do MBA with specialization in Human Resource Management from Amity University, B.Ed. and is also a P.G diploma holder in Montessori Philosophy.

She started her career as an early childhood educator with Amity International School. Further in her career she got an exposure to international curriculum and received training from early year’s expert Ms. Laura Henry on UK’s Early Year’s Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum. She worked with Podar Education Network as a Senior Academic Manager and mentored over 80 schools spanning diverse regions for their academic support, quality checks and ensuring alignment of processes with institutional objectives. Having honed her skills for over 20 years in all aspects related to the teaching-learning process, she brings in vast experience and expertise in her roles as Senior Trainer at ACERT and Centre Manager of the Amity Daycare and Activity Center on Sohna Road since 2016.

She believes that as educators we must strive to match children’s pace, energy and eagerness to explore and learn and strives to pass on these beliefs and understanding of global curricula and practices to aspiring teachers enrolled at ACERT.

Ms Kusum Bhandari started her career with the Army, having passed out from C.O.N, A.F.M.C Pune. She left as an army Captain after five years of service.

From 1986-2016 worked as a Health Coordinator with the Canadian High Commission of Delhi with many awards and accolades to her credit.

Presently she is the Health Coordinator for Amiown Preschools and Amity Daycare and Activity Centres. In her capacity as visiting faculty for Health, Hygiene, Nutrition and First Aid at ACERT she shares her expertise with trainees on how to ensure best practices in all these areas. She also conducts workshops for parents, teachers, support staff, nannies and other caregivers.

Mrs. Dipannita Burman is a trained Special Educator and has been actively involved in teacher training programmes since 2008. She helps the trainees to understand the module on Psychology of Learning and Development. She has been a facilitator at ACERT since 2016 and endeavours to make the theory taught in the class applicable for the trainees when they step into the classrooms as prospective teachers, nurturing children from preschool to middle school.

Mrs. Burman also helps to set up the Special Needs Department across schools in NCR and outside Delhi. She is actively engaged in conducting workshops for parents and teachers in school on various topics.

With over a decade experience in training teachers and developing content for both early and primary years of education, Ms. Nandini Juneja is presently a Senior Trainer at Amity Centre for Educational Research and Training.

After having completed her MBA and gained Corporate experience, Ms. Nandini completed her PG Diploma from ACERT and is also B.Ed qualified. Further to develop and hone her skills she pursued an advanced Montessori programme and ECCE from UK and has been part of study tours to Singapore conducted by Knowledge Universe.

She is an expert in conducting sessions on the Multiple Intelligence Theory by Howard Gardener, Work Ethics and Communication and Music and Movement skill development workshops.

As part of the positive parenting programmes at ACERT, Ms. Nandini also has been taking parenting workshops on the 'Role of parents in creating a multisensory environment at Home', 'How to deal with separation anxiety' and 'How to maximize learning of children by understanding different learning styles'.

Ms Smriti Ahir holds an MBA and is working as a Sr HR Manager with Amity Centre for Educational Research and Training /Amiown Preschools for more than 8 years and has been associated with the education industry for more than 12 years. She also holds a Diploma in Early Childhood Care and Education.

She is passionate about hiring and recruiting the best talent and building a team of professionals. Her expertise includes hiring, employee development, identifying training needs, performance management, maintaining work ethics, and handling team dynamics.

She lends her expertise to the ACERT trainees by way of career services by helping trainees to present their best self with training in resume building, conducting mock interviews, identifying resources and networks for placement opportunities.

She strongly believes that people are the most important part of an organisation. and enjoys her role in HR and ensures best HR practices.

Ms. Vridhi has always been driven by a deep passion to make a difference in the lives of students with special needs. With over nine years of experience as a special educator in IB schools, she has honed her skills and knowledge to cater to the unique requirements of her students.

Her journey towards becoming a special educator began at the Department of Resource Management, Delhi University, where she graduated in 2011. Eager to expand her understanding of Child Development and Special Education, she pursued a Master's degree in Human Development and Psychology from S.N.D.T University in Mumbai. She gained deeper insights into special Education during her B.Ed. igniting passion to work with students with needs.

Throughout her career, Ms. Vridhi had taken great pride in employing best practices in teaching and delivering differentiated content to her students. She believed in the power of adapting the curriculum to suit the individual learning styles and abilities of each child, fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.

At ACERT, Ms. Vridhi enjoys a pivotal role as a Trainer for the Psychology module, where her goal is to enable aspiring teachers to bridge learning gaps and foster meaningful relationships with parents.

As an Amiown Special Educator, she truly believes that it is imperative that we recognize and accommodate different learning styles, ensuring that every student reaches their full potential.

Ms. Monika Sharda is a passionate facilitator/trainer in early and elementary years with Amiown and ACERT.

She holds an honours degree in commerce from Delhi University followed by an MBA in International Business from Amity University. She further holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Elementary teachers training from Amity Centre for Educational Research and training. She gained deeper insight into understanding learners through her Certification program in understanding children with learning difficulties also from ACERT and also hold a BEd from Jammu University.

Her strong belief with Amity’s ethos, values and immersive educational experience offered to children and adults has been her constant delivering endeavour which she brings through her contribution to team Amiown, Amity Centre for Educational Research and Training and Amity Daycare and Activity Centre. Her 4 years teaching experience with Amiown schools and 6 years experience as a trainer and senior trainer with ACERT ignites her love for learning with children and aspiring teachers. She is spontaneous, playful, intuitive, and compassionate when working with children. Her love and passion to work with children has motivated her to learn and grow with Amiown Schools. Completing a fruitful journey from being a trainee to a senior trainer with ACERT, fuels her desire to groom and facilitate aspiring educators enrolled with our premier teacher training program, ACERT!

She enjoys music, travelling and is an ardent adventure sports enthusiast. She strongly believes that the secret to leading an inspired and joyful life is when one is in the company of young , inquisitive, curious children and inspired adults.

Ms. Anila Verma is a dedicated and passionate teacher trainer, committed to inspiring her trainees to excel in the field of education. She holds a B. Ed degree from S.N.D.T University, where she honed her skills and expertise in the art of teaching. Complementing her academic background, she has also undergone specialized training in Montessori, Early Years Education and Growth Mindset, further enriching her knowledge of innovative teaching methodologies. She has extensive experience of a teacher in diverse curriculums, majorly in International Baccalaureate and Singapore’s Education System.

Anila Verma's commitment to educational excellence extends even further as she holds the prestigious role of a 'Visitor' for the esteemed New England Association of Schools and Colleges. This philanthropic role allows her the opportunity to travel to schools worldwide and immerse herself in diverse educational settings, gaining valuable insights into the best practices in the field of education.

In addition to her expertise in education and teacher training, Anila Verma possesses a remarkable flair for writing. Her passion for sharing knowledge and insights with a wider audience has led her to publish numerous articles in the field of education. Her contributions to the academic world have been well-received, providing valuable perspectives and ideas to fellow educators and stakeholders.

Ms. Arti Gupta is the Principal at Amity Global School, Gurgaon. She is an International Educator and has taught in 9 diverse countries in the last 32 years.

Ms. Gupta holds an M.Sc in Education from New York University, New York and BA (Economics Honours) from St. Stephen's College, Delhi.

She has had the opportunity to teach at two IB founder schools, The Copenhagen International School and United Nations International School, New York. Ms. Gupta has taught the American, British, Indian and International Baccalaureate curriculum for 32 years.

In these years, Ms. Gupta has acquired the adaptability to teach different curricula, keeping in mind local practices and students' learning at the helm.

Ms. Arti Chopra is a CBSE Awardee and a dedicated educationist with over 28 years of experience as a teacher, mentor, trainer, planner, skill developer and a tireless worker for the cause of children. She is a firm exponent of amalgamating modern skills and teacher empowerment in education. In the capacity of a Resource Person for CBSE, Center of Excellence, Training Unit, she inspires and trains educators as a lead learner.

She has been bestowed with honors like ATL Leader, Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert & Fellow and ADOBE Education Leader.

She has a penchant for writing research papers in leading journals and has co-authored CBSE’s Manual on Learning Outcomes and Multiple Intelligences. Her latest book MI SKILLS FOR MY LIFE is designed for enhancing students' life skills.

Ms. Chandrei Choudhury is the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) Coordinator at Amity Global School, Gurgaon, India. She is also Head and Mentor of IB PYP at AGS (Gurgaon and Noida).

She has a degree in Economics (Honours) from Delhi University and a post graduate diploma in Systems Management.

Ms. Chandrei is a part of IBEN (IB Educator Network) as IB Workshop Leader, IB School Visit Team Leader and PYP Consultant in the Asia-Pacific region. A lifelong learner, these have enabled her to develop understanding of how requirements for the learning and teaching process can be implemented and contextualized in different settings and cultures.

Ms. Hemanti Mangal is a child psychologist. She keeps wearing different hats as per the need of the situation. Sometimes you can see her as a therapist working with a child, sometimes she is a trainer (teacher), sometimes a friend (listening), sometimes a counselor BUT most of the times as a mother (and she loves doing it the most). Her recent passion is her own babies and then Healing Nest Foundation.

Her academic qualifications include Bachelors in Psychology (hons) from Delhi University followed by Masters in counseling from Amity University. Post her masters she did Post Graduation Diploma in Child Guidance and Counseling from NIPCCD. She is also certified Art Based Therapist.

She has got immense exposure with children with special needs nearly 12 years.

She is spontaneous, playful, intuitive, and compassionate when working with children. Her USP is her “instant connect” with any child who walks in. Her love and passion to work with children has motivated her to start Healing Nest Foundation. It started in September 2014 and since then it is growing with constant love and care. Healing Nest Foundation is a therapeutic center focusing on childhood developmental disorders. It is located in both Delhi and Noida.

She enjoys music, travelling and eating different cuisines. Presently she has spread her wings further and now teaches psychology at ACERT with Amity. She is also associated with Early Intervention team of Amiown, Amity’s caring Preschool.