English & French Teacher · Surat, Gujarat

Johra
Motiwala

English & French language educator with nearly two decades in classrooms — from nursery to Grade 9 — shaping confident readers, writers and speakers.

15+
Years teaching
5
Schools & institutes
4
Languages
Portrait of Johra Motiwala, English and French teacher

Currently at

Tapti Valley Int'l School, Surat

Profile

A classroom built on language, care and structure.

Educator experienced in English and French language instruction, social sciences and foundational subjects across pre-primary, primary and secondary grades, including English through Grade 9. Skilled in curriculum planning, student assessment, school-event scripting, student anchoring preparation and classroom management.

English instruction (through Grade 9)French language trainingLesson & curriculum planningStudent assessmentClassroom managementEvent scripting & anchoring coachingParent–teacher communication
Experience

Professional journey

  1. Apr 2015 – Present

    Teacher

    Tapti Valley International School, Surat

    • Teach multiple subjects in Grade 1 and English across grades up to Grade 9; conduct spoken-English sessions for Grade 5.
    • Plan lessons, prepare classwork and homework, develop examination papers and monitor student progress.
    • Conduct parent–teacher meetings and coordinate school trips and extracurricular activities.
  2. Apr 2014 – Mar 2015

    French Language Trainer

    DaLimit Associates Pvt. Ltd., Surat

    • Taught French language and literature, adapting instruction to individual learners.
    • Designed beginner-level curricula and prepared students for DELF A1 and A2 examinations.
    • Tracked attendance and supported development of reading, writing and speaking skills.
  3. Mar 2009 – Apr 2010

    Prep Teacher

    Delhi Public School, Surat

    • Taught foundational subjects to pre-primary learners in a supportive classroom environment.
    • Prepared lessons, assignments and assessments; communicated progress to parents.
  4. Apr 2008 – Mar 2009

    Secondary School Teacher

    DLA Academy, Surat

    • Taught English and social sciences at secondary level and economics at higher-secondary level.
    • Prepared lesson plans and examination papers and supported parent–teacher communication.
  5. Apr 2005 – Mar 2007

    Nursery and Prep Teacher

    Kangaroo Kids School, Surat

    • Introduced young learners to classroom routines through age-appropriate activities.
    • Planned lessons and classwork, liaised with parents and coordinated school activities.
Education

Academic foundation

M.A. in English

Currently pursuing

In progress

B.Ed. (Economics / Accountancy)

Veer Narmad South Gujarat University

2010–2011 · 79%

M.Com.

Veer Narmad South Gujarat University

2005–2007 · 50%

B.Com.

SPB College of Commerce, Surat

2002–2005 · 60%

Forensic Psychology

The Open University, UK · Online certificate

2020 · 93%

Recognition

Certifications & documents

  • IELTS certificate
  • Forensic Psychology certificate
  • TEF certificate
  • Extra Mile Award for English
  • “Reading and Writing Across the Curriculum” training (Emma McDonald)

Document gallery

Beyond the classroom

Languages, tools & initiatives

Languages

English, French, Gujarati and Hindi.

Digital tools

Microsoft Office, Adobe Photoshop, Canva and WordPress (basic proficiency).

School events

Writes scripts for annual functions and Independence Day; coaches student anchors.

French camps

Conducts French-language camps for students in Grades 6–8.

Kaushal Bodh

Attends Kaushal Bodh workshops and teaches it to Grade 8 students.

Lifelong learner

Currently pursuing an M.A. in English.

AI tools

Everyday use of ChatGPT, Gemini and Claude for lesson planning, content drafts, translations and quick research.