DEBIKA S. CHATTOPADHYAY
Elementary PE Teacher & House Leader
Guangzhou,CHINA
Summary
I bring over 18 years of experience as a Physical Education and Well-being educator, with a strong background in both teaching and leadership roles. I am a proactive, energetic, and passionate teacher dedicated to promoting physical literacy, problem solving and holistic student development. My expertise includes developing fundamental movement skills, enhancing tactical awareness and skill execution, and effectively integrating physical expression with the latest educational technologies to create dynamic and engaging learning environments.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
8
8
Certifications
Work History
PYP PE Teacher,Well Being & House Leader
ISA International School
08.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units, connecting physical education with other subject areas.
- Maintained accurate student records, tracking progress and providing necessary documentation to administration and parents.
- Revitalized existing PE program through the introduction of new sports, games, and equipment that catered to varying interests among students.
- Contributed to curriculum development by researching innovative teaching techniques and staying current on industry trends.
- Evaluated student performance using formative and summative assessments, providing constructive feedback to promote growth.
- Reinforced safety procedures during physical activities, ensuring a secure environment for all participants.
Primary School Physical Education & research team member
Hangzhou Yungu School
07.2020 - 07.2021
PYP PE teacher, House leader & Activity Coordinator
Changsha WES Academy
08.2017 - 06.2020
- Company Overview: IB, IGCSE Curriculum
- IB, IGCSE Curriculum
PE teacher (Middle school), Health and Activity Coordinator
International Schools Group
11.2010 - 07.2017
- Company Overview: American Curriculum
- American Curriculum
PE teacher, coach and activity in charge in girl's section
IISD
08.2007 - 10.2010
PE teacher (Elementary & Middle school), coach and house parent
The Sagar IB world School
03.2006 - 07.2007
- Company Overview: IB world School
- IB world School
PE teacher and coach (Elementary & Middle school)
The Jain International School
03.2004 - 03.2006
PE teacher & coach (whole school)
Gyan Dham School
08.2002 - 02.2004
Education
POST GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN EDUCATION - PGCE - PGCE
DERBY UNIVERSITY,UK
UK 04.2001 - 01.2007
MPED - MASTER OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION
BHARTIYA SHIKSHA PARISAD
INDIA 04.2001 -
POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN SPORTS MANAGEMENT - Sports Management
ALGAPPA UNIVERSITY
INDIA 04.2001 -
BPED - BACHELOR OF PHYSICAL EDICATION
LNIPE
GWALIOR,INDIA 04.2001 -
Skills
- Collaboration & Interdisciplinary
- Class engagement
- Team-building skills
- Safe & Positive classroom
- Play-based learning
- Visionary & Adaptive Leadership
Accomplishments
- Specialized in Volleyball, Track & Field, Soccer, Badminton, Basketball, Kickball, Yoga & Fitness.
- Nominated as middle school BLT committee, ISG Dammam.
- Fall festival coordinator, ISG Dammam.
- Coached U-10 and U-14 volleyball, soccer, kickball, cricket, table tennis etc.
- Coached soccer team that was ranked in the top three in inter-school SAIKAC competition.
- School's sports magazine editor, IIS Dammam.
Certification
IB CAT 3 PE IB Wellbeing,China
Timeline
IB CAT 3 PE IB Wellbeing,China
06-2025
PYP PE Teacher,Well Being & House Leader
ISA International School
08.2021 - Current
Primary School Physical Education & research team member
Hangzhou Yungu School
07.2020 - 07.2021
APPEC PD in Hong Kong
04-2019
Making PYP happen in the classroom
03-2018
PYP PE teacher, House leader & Activity Coordinator
Changsha WES Academy
08.2017 - 06.2020
Attended PE International conference on the history of Olympics at Qatar.
05-2016
Attended PE Geek workshop on iPads and technology in Physical Education in Dubai
04-2016
TOYC (teacher of young children) conference certified
04-2015
ACC (Asian cricket council) level-1 Cricket coach ,Australia
04-2015
Bangkok-NESA conference
03-2015
PE teacher (Middle school), Health and Activity Coordinator
International Schools Group
11.2010 - 07.2017
PE teacher, coach and activity in charge in girl's section
IISD
08.2007 - 10.2010
PE teacher (Elementary & Middle school), coach and house parent
The Sagar IB world School
03.2006 - 07.2007
PE teacher and coach (Elementary & Middle school)
The Jain International School
03.2004 - 03.2006
PE teacher & coach (whole school)
Gyan Dham School
08.2002 - 02.2004
POST GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN EDUCATION - PGCE - PGCE
DERBY UNIVERSITY,UK
04.2001 - 01.2007
MPED - MASTER OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION
BHARTIYA SHIKSHA PARISAD
04.2001 -
POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN SPORTS MANAGEMENT - Sports Management
ALGAPPA UNIVERSITY
04.2001 -
BPED - BACHELOR OF PHYSICAL EDICATION
LNIPE
04.2001 -
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