Guest name: Vibha Iyer
Designation: Curriculum and Instruction Lead, Rocket Learning
Sector deconstructed: Education
Expertise: Teaching, Curriculum Design, Content Development
About the podcast:
In this podcast, Vibha shares about the possible career opportunities in the education sector and delves deeper into areas of her expertise i.e. teaching and curriculum designer. Not only does Vibha share her experiences in these different roles and what they involve, but also has helpful advice for young professionals looking to work in the growing space of equitable education. Tune in to hear more if this is of your interest!
Sections:
00:00 Introduction
00:43 Current role at Rocket Learning
03:35 How Vibha began her journey in the development sector
05:07 About the Education domain and the roles and opportunities it offers
09:38 Value of working at the grassroots
13:34 Deep-diving into the role of a Teacher, particularly at TFI and the Shibumi school
20:20 Experience as a Curriculum Designer / Curriculum Lead
24:01 Key skills to succeed in the roles of a Teacher and Curriculum Designer
29:00 Opportunities for growth in both these roles
30:50 Learnings from Vibha's career journey
About Vibha Iyer:
Vibha is presently the Curriculum and Instruction Lead at Rocket Learning. While her initial background was in journalism, she also has an MA Design in Education from the Srishti Institute of Art, Design and Technology. Vibha began her professional journey as a Fellow at Teach for India and remained committed to the education sector ever since. In the past, she has been involved in teaching -- first as a Teach for India fellow and then at Shibumi, a pioneering school known for alternative education. She then pivoted to her main area of interest in curriculum design and development, and has worked in such roles at nonprofit organizations like Meghshala Trust, OpenHouse and Going to School.
