Professional Overview
Dr. Navneet Kaur is a dedicated educator and leader with over 22 years of experience in the field of education and more than a decade in school administration and leadership. She is currently serving as the Director and Head of the Education Division at the International Council for Education, Research and Training (ICERT). Her career philosophy focuses on student-centric teaching and making a meaningful difference in the lives of her pupils.
Key Leadership and Experience
- Director Education & Learning Advancement Division (ICERT–Sophia): Provides leadership and strategic direction for the organization’s educational initiatives.
- CBSE Master Trainer & District Training Coordinator: Has conducted over 200 workshops as a CBSE Trainer/Master Trainer and serves as an inspection committee member.
- Director of Disaster Management, United Sikhs: Leads disaster relief and management efforts for this UNO-based organization.
- Former Assistant Director, Chief Diwan Schools: Held senior administrative responsibilities in Amritsar.
- Community Leadership: Serves as an Educational Expert for OSCA (NITI Ayog) and is an annual member of the Sarojini Research and Development Council (UNESCO/UNO based).
Core Expertise
- School Administration: Over 10 years of experience managing complex school operations and leading stakeholders.
- Curriculum & Pedagogy: Expert in student-centric teaching models and value-based education for staff and students.
- Communication & Collaboration: Exceptional skills in collaborating with parents, pupils, and community members to achieve educational outcomes.
- Holistic Development: Specialized in conducting workshops for yoga, pranayam, and meditation at national and international forums.
Awards and Qualification
- Excellent Visionary Leadership Award (2021): Recognizing her contributions to educational leadership.
- National Educationist Award (2021): Awarded for her extensive work in the educational sector.
- Best Principal Award (6 times): Received state-level recognition for administrative excellence.
- IITA Drona Educator Award (2019): For outstanding teaching and mentorship.
- Indian Ambassador: Represented India at an international event in New York (Long Island 5K Run, 2019).
Education
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD): Advanced research in the field of education.
- Master of Commerce (M.Com): Business and management studies.
- Higher Diploma in Software Engineering: Information technology and technical proficiency.