I am Jyothi Maria and I come to Lead India Bharat Ratnas School with over 23 years of teaching and leadership experience. I hold a Masters degree in General Education with specialization in Intellectual Disabilities. I also hold a Masters degree Personnel Management. I hold three Bachelors degrees – Bachelors in Special education which gives me proficiency to handle children with Intellectual Disabilities, ADHD, Autism, emotional and behavioural needs, Bachelors in General Education with specialization in Social Studies and English Language and Bachelors in Arts. I am currently pursuing my Masters in Counseling Psychology.
My goal as the Headmistress at LIBR is to provide experiential learning for students by overseeing all facets of operations needed to deliver excellent academics by imbibing core values and life skills. As the School counselor my goal is to create an environment of trust and respect where children feel safe to express and be themselves. As a special educator, I advocate to provide meaningful learning experiences through differentiated instruction, peer and collaborative learning.
My experience of teaching in First and Third World countries has widened my horizon to the needs and challenges of the student population and to celebrate diversity. My educational philosophy echoes with one of Einstein’s quotes: “Education is what remains after one has forgotten what one has learned in school.” I am a strong believer in the principles of Restorative Practices and Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports system. Finally, when I am not at school, I enjoy travelling, cooking, baking, sewing, and spending time with my family.
Mrs. Jyothi Maria
Headmistress
Student & Parent Counsellor and Special Educator