Dr. Samarpita Roy
Calgary,Canada
Summary
Senior educator with over 12 years of experience in leading academic institutions, specializing in diverse student engagement. Demonstrates strong administrative, communication, and teaching skills, fostering a dynamic learning environment. Proven track record in mentoring and training, with accolades for effective instructional methods and technology integration. Committed to student success, both academically and personally, through organized and focused support.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructor: Child and Youth Worker and Addictions and Community Services Worker
CDI College
Mississauga and Brampton, Canada
07.2022 - Current
- Delivered instruction aligned with module and program objectives outlined in curriculum.
- Evaluated student performance consistently to ensure fairness.
- Contributed to curriculum development and instructional materials creation.
- Supported administrative functions to enhance overall student experience.
- Upholding College standards through professional conduct.
- Participated actively in College and Program activities.
- Monitored students during practicum and clinical placements per program requirements.
Head of Environmental Sciences, Psychology and Moral Education
Al Diyafah (Cambridge Curriculum)
Dubai, UAE
08.2015 - 03.2022
- Successfully carried out teaching and research duties. Involved in the administration of courses as well as responsible for organizing lectures and supervising seminars and tutorials.
- Delivered lectures on Environmental Management & Biology subjects, to groups of students using advanced teaching techniques to inspire and motivate them
- Utilized distance learning technology to instruct students remotely
- Involved in the research and designing of curriculum and materials.
- Assessing students course work and material.
- Involved in the setup of exams and the marking of results.
- Responsible for the departmental and administrative tasks.
- Providing mentoring, advice, and support to students on a personal level.
- Implementing research projects and involved in its publication.
- Prepared monthly reports for line managers (Head of Secondary).
- Actively leading class discussions and encouraging debate.
- Involved in course team activities and curriculum development for students.
- Maintained high standards of achievement, behavior, discipline, and punctuality amongst students
- Environmental Coordination Activities: Worked with Green peace, DEWA, Dubai Municipality, DEWA, EEG and WETEX to collaborate academics with corporate world to achieve energy efficiency without hampering the natural processes of Environment
Research Executive
Weikfield Ltd.
Pune, India
05.2012 - 08.2013
- Led R&D initiatives for organic cultivation, crop nutrition, and plant protection.
- Managed internal controls for organic certification processes and packaging standards.
- Conducted assessments of organic product certifications per NPOP, EU, and USDA regulations.
- Provided technical expertise in developing health-based organic products.
- Procured certified organic raw materials while overseeing supplier relationships.
- Executed environment impact assessments for factory setup and facilitated government audits.
Lecturer, Environmental Sciences and Management
University of Pune & Other Affiliated Institutes
Pune, India
12.2008 - 06.2012
- Developed lesson plans and curriculum aligned with academic objectives.
- Collaborated with faculty to evaluate and enhance student performance and course content.
- Delivered engaging lectures on Environmental Biology, Microbiology, Environmental Pollution, and Toxicology.
- Organized course materials, prepared lectures and lab notes, and conducted three hours of lectures weekly.
- Administered and graded exams while holding weekly office hours for student support.
- Prepared laboratory reagents and equipment while enforcing safety protocols during experiments.
- Established a respectful, learning-focused classroom environment through effective teaching strategies.
- Guided students in dissertation and internship projects, reviewing theses and research papers.
Junior Environmental Officer
Techno Green Ltd.
Pune, India
07.2008 - 01.2009
- Conducted industrial waste audits to identify and mitigate environmental risks.
- Managed water and energy projects, ensuring regulatory compliance and sustainability.
- Performed research and development to enhance environmental management practices.
- Executed consulting assignments for environmental impact assessments, submitting reports endorsed by government agencies.
- Facilitated environmental consents for establishment and operation of various projects.
Education
Ph.D. - Environmental Science
Pune University
India01.2015
MSc. - Environmental Science
Pune University
India06-2008
BSc. - Microbiology
Pune University
India06-2006
Skills
- MS Office 365 Suite
- Student assessment and evaluation
- Distance learning facilitation
- Classroom management
- Student mentoring
- Research methodologies
- Administrative support
- Educational technology integration
- Learning management systems (LMS)
- Assessment tools proficiency
- Collaboration tools expertise
Certification
- MOE & KHDA (UAE) approved Teaching License, Provisional
- Microsoft Innovative Education Expert, 2020-21
- National Geographic certified educator for Climate change, 2020
- Certified Zumba Instructor, ZIN
- Lead Auditor - ISO 14001, TUV-Nord
- Organic Farming certification (2010)- IGNOU
- Psychology - Alcohol and drug addictions, International association of therapists (2025)
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 05/15/85
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: Indian
- Marital Status: Married
Publications
- Organic agriculture: the Indian Scenario, Agriculture Reviews, 32, 1, 70-74
- Mineral constituents in rice grains (Oryza sativa) grown under organic and conventional farming, Green farming: International Journal of Applied Agricultural & Horticultural Sciences, 2, 6, 273-275
Hobbies and Interests
- Research
- Reading
- Teaching
- Listening to music
- Swimming
- Zumba fitness
- Meditation
References
- Prof. Mark Holland, Salisbury University,
- Neetha Shetty, Head of Institution, Al Diyafah High School,
- Dr. Fazaluar Rahman Mallick, Director, Singapore Hydroponics,
- Prof. Nitin Karmalkar, Vice Chancellor, Pune University
Affiliations
- University Grants Commission – State Eligibility for Lectureship (Environmental Sciences)
- University Grants Commission – National Eligibility for Lectureship (Environmental Sciences)
Accomplishments
- Teaching Excellence Award – 2017 (UAE Topper – Students)
• Teaching Excellence Award – 2019 (UAE Topper – Students)
• Awarded doctoral fellowship from Jawaharlal Nehru Memorial Fund, Central Govt. of India
Languages
English
Full Professional
Hindi
Professional
Marathi
Professional
Bengali
Professional
Publications
- Organic agriculture: the Indian Scenario. Agriculture Reviews. 32(1):70-74.
- Mineral constituents in rice grains (Oryza sativa) grown under organic and conventional farming. Green farming: International Journal of Applied Agricultural & Horticultural Sciences Vol. (2)-6:273-275.
Timeline
Instructor: Child and Youth Worker and Addictions and Community Services Worker
CDI College
07.2022 - Current
Head of Environmental Sciences, Psychology and Moral Education
Al Diyafah (Cambridge Curriculum)
08.2015 - 03.2022
Research Executive
Weikfield Ltd.
05.2012 - 08.2013
Lecturer, Environmental Sciences and Management
University of Pune & Other Affiliated Institutes
12.2008 - 06.2012
Junior Environmental Officer
Techno Green Ltd.
07.2008 - 01.2009
Ph.D. - Environmental Science
Pune University
MSc. - Environmental Science
Pune University
BSc. - Microbiology
Pune University
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