KALPANA KOKULANATHAN
N0 36, JALAN MR2/19 TAMAN M-RESIDENSI 2, 48020 RAWANG
Summary
Collaborative and student-centred leader with strong interpersonal and team-building skills. Committed to supporting student welfare and wellbeing while fostering positive relationships with staff, students, and stakeholders. Demonstrates effective leadership, clear communication, and a supportive approach to teamwork, with a strong focus on creating a positive and inclusive school environment.
Overview
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23
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Head of Secondary
Straits International School Rawang
RAWANG, Malaysia
02.2025 - Current
- Oversee student welfare and wellbeing initiatives to support consistent student care.
- Lead CPD and oversee daily standards of student welfare and wellbeing.
- Lead on rewards and sanctions within the secondary phase.
- Comply with and promote school policies on student safeguarding, welfare, and behaviour management.
- Ensure a calm and orderly environment in school.
- Analyse behaviour and attendance information by creating reports with clear targets and actions.
- Collaborate with middle management and senior leadership to improve student services, enhancing overall student experience.
- Coordinate Year 6 to Year 7 transition support and activity plans.
Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL)
Straits International School Rawang
RAWANG, Malaysia
04.2025 - Current
- Always be available (during school hours) for school staff to discuss any safeguarding concerns
- Identifying potential safeguarding and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately
- Liaise with the Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSL), acting as a source of support, advice and expertise to staff on matters of safety and safeguarding and on deciding whether to make a referral by liaising with the relevant agencies.
School ILOS Coordinators (SCHILOS)
Straits International School Rawang
RAWANG, Malaysia
09.2022 - Current
- Oversee implementation of International Learning Opportunities for Students (ILOS)
- Promotes cultural and collaborative learning
- Executes the Learning Improvement Process (LIP) ILOS roadmap
- Attends specialised training and works closely with regional coordinators and heads of school to maintain consistent standards of educational excellence across the network
- Promote ILOs programs across primary and secondary students and parents.
- Guide all Program ILOS coordinators (PILOS) to manage the school's involvement in ILOS
Head of Maths, Science and ICT faculty
Straits International School Rawang
RAWANG, Malaysia
08.2022 - 01.2025
- Analysed school performance data and examination results to identify gaps, set targets, and implement faculty improvement plans.
- Monitored and reviewed the curriculum mapping, termly programmes, and medium-to-long-term planning for Mathematics, Science, and ICT
- Monitored classroom practice through lesson observations, work or book scrutinies, and student progress reviews.
- Collaborated with team members to meet academic targets in Mathematics, Science, and ICT.
- Coordinated STEAM week activities to enhance student engagement in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics. and conduct cross curricular activities.
Mathematics & Additional Mathematics Teacher
Straits International School Rawang
RAWANG, Malaysia
08.2019 - Current
- Teaching KS3 and KS4 Mathematics
- Teaching KS4 Additional Mathematics
- Prepare students for IGCSE examinations through targeted practice and revision.
- Create classroom routines that support learning and improved student outcomes.
- Assess student performance to identify improvement areas and celebrate achievements.
- Support students throughout courses by answering questions and reviewing coursework.
- Plan innovative mathematics lessons to grow learning development and subject knowledge.
- Maintain accurate attendance, grades, and progress reports for reporting needs.
Teacher
Sayfol International School
Ampang
01.2010 - 07.2019
- Prepared students for IGCSE 'O' Level London Examinations
- Taught Science, Mathematics (Edexcel) and Commerce for Year 7,8,9,10 and 11 students
- Developed lesson plans covering various topics and academic levels, while preparing teaching materials, supervising students, and creating exam papers.
- Monitored progress through classwork, coursework and project marking to provide extra support for struggling students.
Mathematics teaher
Sri Nobel
Petaling Jaya
01.2009 - 12.2009
- Taught Mathematics for Primary 4 students
- Developed engaging lessons, homework, assignments, and assessments to enhance student interest
- Employed diverse teaching methodologies to address varied learning styles
- Delivered interactive lessons to foster student engagement
- Conducted student assessments to determine areas for improvement and achievement to highlight.
Practicum teacher
Sek. Men. Keb Damansara Jaya
01.2008 - 01.2008
- Taught Mathematics for Form 2 students in National curriculum
- Developed detailed lesson plans, schemes of work, and teaching aids to enhance student understanding
- Engaged students through interactive lessons and activities to foster motivation and participation
- Assigned and grade class work, homework and tests to further assess student progress and identify areas for improvement.
Temporary teacher
SJK(T) Ladang Regent
Gemencheh, Negeri Sembilan
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Temporary teacher for year 1 to year 4, delivering engaging lessons for over a year.
- Taught English, Moral, Kajian Tempatan, and Pendidikan Jasmani dan Kesihatan, fostering student understanding and engagement.
- Conducted additional classes for students requiring extra support, enhancing their understanding and confidence in challenging subjects.
- Prepared teaching aids, worksheets and assessments
Education
Bachelor of Education - Mathematics
University Tun Abdul Razak
Kelana Jaya, SelangorSTPM - Malaysian Higher Certificate of Education
Tunku Besar Secondary School
Tampin, Negeri Sembilan 01-2002
Master of Education - Early Childhood Education
UNITAR International University
Kelana Jaya, SelangorSPM - Malaysia Certificate of Education
Tunku Besar Secondary School
Tampin, Negeri Sembilan 01-2000
Skills
- Behaviour management
- Educational leadership
- Results-oriented
- Computer Literate
- Fast learner
- Good team player and effective team leader
- Strong leadership qualities
- Supportive and approachable
- Effective communicator
- Dedicated and committed to professionalism
- Passionate about education
Languages
Proficient and having good command in spoken and written English, Malay and Tamil languages with advanced interpersonal skills.
Proficient
C2
Contribution & Certifications
- 2026: First Aid; Essential Occupational First Aid, CPR and AED (Straits International School)
- 2025: ISP Regional Above & Beyond Award by RMD (Straits International School)
- 2025: Cognitive coaching advance seminar (Straits International School)
- 2025: Advanced Safeguarding DSL course (Straits International School)
- 2024: Senior Leadership for Learning Programme (Straits International School)
- 2024: ISP Regional Above & Beyond Award by RMD (Straits International School)
- 2023: Middle Leadership for Learning Programme (Straits International School)
- 2023: Organised STEAM week and STEAM carnival (Straits International School)
- 2007 : Committee member of Education Club (UNITAR)
- 2007 : Vice President of UNITAR Badminton Club (UNITAR)
- 2007 : Vice President of UNITAR Badminton Tournament organized by UNITAR Badminton Club (UNITAR)
- 2007 : Secretary of UNITAR Badminton Tournament organized by MPM (UNITAR)
- 2007 : Protocol committee of SEMINAR FOR CREATING YOUNG ENTREPRENEUR (SECRET) organized by PMIU (UNITAR)
- 2001-2002 : Committee member of Form Six Society (Tunku Besar Secondary School)
- 2000-2002 : Committee member of Tamil Society (Tunku Besar Secondary School)
- 1999-2000 : School Librarian (Tunku Besar Secondary School)
- 1993-1995 : School Prefect (SRJK (T) Tampin)
References
- Steven Miles (Campus Principal of Straits International School, Rawang)
s.miles@rawangsisgroup.edu.my
- Simon Mitchell (Head of Secondary at Straits International School, Rawang)
s.mitchell@rawangsisgroup.edu.my
- Stephen Willoughby (Former Campus Principal of Straits International School, Rawang)
swilloughby@yahoo.co.uk
Timeline
Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL)
Straits International School Rawang
04.2025 - Current
Assistant Head of Secondary
Straits International School Rawang
02.2025 - Current
School ILOS Coordinators (SCHILOS)
Straits International School Rawang
09.2022 - Current
Head of Maths, Science and ICT faculty
Straits International School Rawang
08.2022 - 01.2025
Mathematics & Additional Mathematics Teacher
Straits International School Rawang
08.2019 - Current
Teacher
Sayfol International School
01.2010 - 07.2019
Mathematics teaher
Sri Nobel
01.2009 - 12.2009
Practicum teacher
Sek. Men. Keb Damansara Jaya
01.2008 - 01.2008
Temporary teacher
SJK(T) Ladang Regent
01.2004 - 01.2005
Bachelor of Education - Mathematics
University Tun Abdul Razak
Master of Education - Early Childhood Education
UNITAR International University
STPM - Malaysian Higher Certificate of Education
Tunku Besar Secondary School
SPM - Malaysia Certificate of Education
Tunku Besar Secondary School