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It’s 2018 and we’ve come a long way from the days where women weren’t encouraged to work and ’s 2018 and we’ve come a long way from the days where women weren’t encouraged to work and
there were limited jobs available. These days, career opportunities for women are endless, and while
there were limited jobs available. These days, career opportunities for women are endless, and while
the modern feminist movement has taught an entire generation of girls that they can be whoever
a desirable career the modern feminist movement has taught an entire generation of girls that they can be whoever
they want, some women are still choosing to pursue more traditional roles that include the care of
option for young children, be it at a private educational institution or at a state school.
But exactly why is that? Is it an ideal career, or simply one that is convenient and traditionally

accepted? Being a teacher isn’t the easiest job in the world, but for many, the rewards far outweigh
Indian women? the struggles.
Three young ladies tell Masala what got them into world of teaching and explain why they chose
to make guiding the young their livelihood.
BY CHRISTY LAU

NIVAN NARULA
Nursery Teacher at Kids Kingdom

Why did you decide to pursue this career path?
I always dreamed of being a teacher. As a teenager, I would go with my mom
to work and help her teach. She was my inspiration. However, what infl uenced
my decision the most was my love for children. There is just something alluring
about working with young kids; to see learning take place before your eyes, and
to watch them grow and progress throughout the year.

Can you give me a brief overview of how a typical workday goes for you?
We start each day with ‘Circle Time,’ where we sing a good morning song and
greet each other. At this time of the day, I fi nd myself really enjoying being at
school. Then we move on to our Theme Related Activities where we have story
time, arts and crafts, role play and drama. The children then go for their snack
and play time, while teachers prep for the upcoming lesson. Afterwards, the
children take part in basic language-building and number-related activities. Then
comes my favourite part of the day where we have play experiences where I
prepare either a science activity, sensory and messy play, or a hands-on activity.
During these sessions, it is amazing to see each of their thought processes.

What is the most rewarding part of your job?
Watching my students learn new things. When they
come in every morning smiling and are happy to see me, it
makes my day. It’s a job where you feel like you’ve made a
diff erence in a child’s life every single day. I hope to make
an impact on as many students as possible.

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