Personal statement

Jerusha Thinekar
Douglas Towers, 7 Boscombe Spa Road, Bournemouth, BH5 1AW
Email: jerushathinekar@gmail.com | Phone: +44 7901 371327

 

Professional Summary
Dedicated educator specializing in English Literature, Creative Writing, and ESOL, with strong skills in curriculum development, differentiated instruction, and student-centered learning. Experienced in supporting diverse learners and committed to continuous professional development to enhance educational outcomes.

 

Key Skills

Effective Communication & Interpersonal Skills
Curriculum Development & Differentiated Instruction
Safeguarding & Student Welfare (including Prevent Duty)
ESOL Instruction for Adult Learners
Educational Technology (Moodle, MS Teams, Google Classroom)
Data-Driven Instruction & Student Progress Tracking
Education

MA in Creative Writing & Publishing – Bournemouth University, 2024
International Diploma in TEFL – 2022
MPhil in English Literature – Annai Velankanni College, India, 2020
MA in English Literature – Queen Mary’s College, India, 2019
BA in English Literature – Holy Cross College, India, 2017
Professional Experience

Assistant Professor
Annai Velankanni College, India | Sept 2022 – Nov 2022

Delivered English Literature courses aligned with UK qualification frameworks, increasing student engagement by 25%.
Led safeguarding and mental health initiatives, improving student well-being by 20%.
Implemented blended learning strategies, achieving a 15% improvement in course completion rates.
Assistant Professor
Holy Cross College, India | Jan 2021 – Nov 2021

Developed differentiated lesson plans, achieving a 90% pass rate in Functional Skills assessments.
Contributed to curriculum innovation and aligned with Ofsted standards, raising teaching quality scores by 30%.
Certifications

Safeguarding & Prevent Duty Training
Diploma in Journalism – Holy Cross College, India, 2017
Ongoing CPD in Educational Leadership, Safeguarding, Digital Learning Strategies
Publications

Articles in Unembellished Musings and Alluring Rhythms of Life
Research: “Literary Alchemy in Paulo Coelho’s The Alchemist,” The English India, 2020

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