Driven by a passion for meaningful education, Academic Coordinator Chaya Mehta focuses on nurturing students beyond academics. At Pineworld School, she promotes discipline, confidence, life skills, and holistic development while encouraging patience and consistent hard work.

Chaya Mehta has been working as an Academic Coordinator at Pineworld School, Udaipur, Rajasthan, for the past two years.

Reflecting on her approach to education, Mehta begins with a meaningful doha:

"गुरु कुम्हार शिष्य कुंभ है, गढ़ि-गढ़ि काढ़ै खोट।

अन्तर हाथ सहार दै, बाहर बाहै चोट॥"

Speaking about her profession, Chaya Mehta shares that, as an Academic Coordinator at Pineworld School, Udaipur, she closely monitors teachers’ contributions to the overall growth and development of students on a daily basis.

Her responsibilities include regularly monitoring teachers’ work, ensuring that academic activities remain on track, and coordinating with the Director to plan schedules and programmes for their smooth execution the following day.

Reflecting on her association with Pineworld School, Academic Coordinator Chaya Mehta shares that when she initially joined the school, she expected it to be similar to the experience she had gained from working in other schools over the previous eight years. However, with time, she realised that Pineworld School was different from the other schools she had worked at.

Mehta feels that this difference has also allowed her to learn and grow in various ways. She believes that the school’s intention is not only to build a bright future for its students but also to help everyone associated with it grow along the way.

She explains that while working with the children, she is developing qualities such as discipline in her own life, strengthening her ability to execute different tasks, and learning to prepare schedules for the smooth functioning of various programmes.

Taking a closer look at what inspired her to choose education as a career, Chaya Mehta explains that her own learning experiences inspired her to pursue teaching as a profession. She feels that modern education is often focused on completing the syllabus, with less emphasis on imparting practical knowledge and developing social and life skills.

Mehta took this as a challenge and felt the need to help children develop life skills, build confidence, and become capable individuals with strong soft skills. This thought motivated her to begin her career in the field of education.

Born and brought up in Udaipur, Rajasthan, Chaya Mehta shares that she completed her M.A. from Meera Girls College (M.G. College), Udaipur, and a Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed.) from NIOS. She began her career in education as a teacher and, with her experience, currently serves as an Academic Coordinator.

Speaking about her role models and sources of inspiration, Chaya Mehta considers her parents and teachers to be her role models, from whom she has learned a great deal throughout her life. She believes that their guidance, values, and support have played an important role in shaping her as an individual and contributing to her professional growth.

A line that always motivates her to keep moving forward in life is, “खुदी को कर बुलंद इतना कि हर तक़दीर से पहले, खुदा बंदे से खुद पूछे, बता तेरी रज़ा क्या है।” Explaining its significance, Mehta says that one should strive to improve their work to such a high standard that there is little room for anyone to question it or point out shortcomings.

Therefore, she believes that one should carry out their work with confidence and consistent hard work, without worrying too much about the outcome. As the saying goes, “कर्म किए जा, फल की इच्छा मत कर।”

Moving from her day-to-day responsibilities to the challenges involved, Mehta explains that challenges are an inevitable part of managing academic activities. However, her approach is to address them as and when they arise rather than allowing them to accumulate or affect the smooth implementation of programmes.

She believes that identifying a problem at the right time and working towards an immediate solution helps ensure effective execution and the successful implementation of planned programmes.

Sharing a moment she cherishes, Education Supervisor Chaya Mehta recalls how, on the first day of school, parents of new students often hesitate when bringing their children to school, while the children themselves may cry and resist entering the classroom.

However, with time, the children gradually gain the confidence to come to school, participate in studies and play, which brings her immense happiness. She also feels encouraged when parents share the positive changes they have noticed in their children, including increased confidence and a greater sense of responsibility in their daily lives. These moments make her feel appreciated for her work and for supporting teachers in fulfilling their responsibilities.

Conveying a message to the youth, Chaya Mehta emphasises the importance of developing patience in life and avoiding shortcuts. She believes that everything has its own time and that things happen at the right moment when one continues to work hard with dedication.

Rather than looking for quick ways to achieve success, she encourages the younger generation to remain patient, consistent, and committed to their efforts, as hard work and perseverance eventually lead to success.