SNIGDHA BHADRA
Kolkata
Summary
Dynamic teacher and interpreter with a strong focus on communication and collaboration. Developed interdisciplinary projects that integrate language skills and promoted cultural exchange (participated in Jenesys Program, 2009), resulting in improved student engagement and academic success.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher and Secretary
Institute of Japanese Language and Culture
Kolkata And Kalyani
02.2014 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards to enhance student learning experiences.
- Facilitated immersive cultural activities to promote language acquisition and understanding of Japanese traditions.
- Implemented assessment strategies to evaluate student progress and adapt teaching methods accordingly.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects that integrate language skills across subjects.
Interpreter
Tesla, TDK India Private Limited , Kalyani
Kalyani ,West Bengal (Remote)
03.2026 - 04.2026
- Facilitated communication between Japanese and English and Hindi-speaking stakeholders in meetings and presentations.
- Assisted in translating technical documents to ensure accuracy and clarity.
- Streamlined interpretation processes to enhance efficiency during live events.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to support project initiatives and objectives.
Teacher
Youth Institute of Education for Language and Development (YIELD)
Kolkata , West Bengal
03.2010 - 09.2019
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning needs.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged student participation and collaboration.
- Assessed student progress using a variety of evaluation tools to ensure academic growth.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design cross-curricular projects enhancing students' critical thinking skills.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on classroom management and instructional strategies.
Interpreter
Toshiba , TATA Steel LTD
Jamshedpur (Remote)
05.2013 - 06.2013
- Facilitated communication between Japanese and English and Hindi-speaking stakeholders in meetings and presentations.
- Developed glossaries for industry-specific terminology to improve translation consistency.
- Utilized active listening skills and cultural sensitivity to convey accurate interpretations.
- Adapted quickly to dynamic environments, ensuring effective communication flow.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information throughout interpretation tasks.
Education
Japanese Language
Rabindra Bharati University
Kolkata04-2009
Certification Course - News Reading And Anchoring
NITS Film And Fashion School
Kolkata09-2006
Bachelor of Arts - Arts
Calcutta University
Kolkata08-1998
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Motivating students
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive role model and mentor
- Growth mindset
- Student-centered learning
Languages
English
Upper intermediate (B2)
Hindi
Upper intermediate (B2)
Bengali
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Japanese
Upper intermediate (B2)
Timeline
Interpreter
Tesla, TDK India Private Limited , Kalyani
03.2026 - 04.2026
Teacher and Secretary
Institute of Japanese Language and Culture
02.2014 - Current
Interpreter
Toshiba , TATA Steel LTD
05.2013 - 06.2013
Teacher
Youth Institute of Education for Language and Development (YIELD)
03.2010 - 09.2019
Japanese Language
Rabindra Bharati University
Certification Course - News Reading And Anchoring
NITS Film And Fashion School
Bachelor of Arts - Arts
Calcutta University