I am Shiv Kumar — first and foremost, a teacher.

After more than 26 years in the education sector, I have learned that a teacher’s journey is never about reaching a destination; it is about continuously learning, sharing, creating and helping others grow.

I do not see myself as the founder or leader of Teachers of Bihar – The Change Makers. I see myself as one of the smallest members of this beautiful family—a family created by teachers, strengthened by teachers and dedicated to teachers.

My journey with Teachers of Bihar began with a simple belief: every teacher has something valuable to share, and every teacher has something new to learn. What started as an idea has gradually grown into a vibrant Professional Learning Community where educators connect, collaborate, share innovations and celebrate one another.

I am deeply passionate about ICT, educational technology and digital learning. I enjoy exploring new technologies and finding meaningful ways to bring them into education. At the same time, I have an equally special place in my heart for music and singing. For me, technology stimulates the mind, while music touches the heart.

Over the years, I have had the privilege of serving education in different capacities—as a National Resource Person with NCERT, Resource Person with NIEPA, State Resource Person and trainer with SCERT Bihar and Bihar Education Project Council, and Resource Person associated with BSDMA’s Safe Saturday initiative. I have also had opportunities to collaborate with organisations including UNICEF, UNESCO, NIDM and educational institutions on different educational and developmental initiatives.

I have contributed to teacher training, curriculum and module development, ICT-based learning, Art Integrated Learning, OER, educational films, digital resources and professional learning initiatives.

But beyond all these roles and recognitions, “Teacher” remains the identity closest to my heart.

I believe in three simple things:

Learn. Share. Inspire.

Learn something new every day.

Share whatever can help another teacher.

And inspire others through your work, however small it may seem.

I love photography, videography, travelling, singing and exploring technology. I enjoy documenting the unseen stories of teachers and schools because I believe that behind every good school, there are many unsung heroes whose stories deserve to be heard.

My journey has never been about doing everything myself. It has always been about bringing people together, creating possibilities and making good work visible.

> “I may be one of the smallest members of the Teachers of Bihar family, but I feel immensely proud to walk alongside thousands of teachers who are quietly changing classrooms, schools and lives every day.”

26+ years in education.

A teacher at heart.

A lifelong learner.

An ICT enthusiast.

A singer.

A photographer.

A storyteller.

And, above all, a proud member of the Teachers of Bihar family.

— Shiv Kumar

Graduate Teacher | Educator | ICT Enthusiast | Resource Person | Teacher-Learner

Shivendra Prakash Suman is an experienced IT professional and software architect with over a decade of experience in software development, web technologies, application architecture, and digital solutions. Originally from Muzaffarpur, Bihar, he believes that technology becomes truly meaningful when it goes beyond solving technical problems and contributes to creating a positive impact in society.

Over the years, Shivendra has worked in different technical roles involving software development, web application development, system architecture, database-driven applications, and the implementation and management of large-scale digital platforms. His professional journey has given him the opportunity to work with both private-sector organisations and important educational initiatives in Bihar.

One of the significant parts of his professional journey has been his association with the State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT), Bihar, where he worked as a Software Developer and contributed to the development of its official digital platform. He is the developer of the SCERT Bihar website, helping establish a digital platform through which educational resources, notifications, results, publications, e-content, and other important information can reach teachers, students, institutions, and the wider education community.

He has also contributed as a developer to e-LOTS (e-Library of Teachers and Students) of the Bihar Education Project Council, another technology-driven initiative supporting access to digital educational resources.

Alongside his professional career, Shivendra has remained closely connected with education through Teachers of Bihar. As part of its technical leadership, he has contributed to developing and strengthening the organisation’s digital ecosystem, including its websites, educational platforms, e-magazines, online activities, digital resources, and several technology-driven initiatives for teachers and students.

His approach to technology is simple: understand the need, find a practical solution, and make it useful for the people it is meant to serve. He continues to explore new technologies and looks for meaningful ways to apply them in education, community initiatives, and real-world problem solving.

Shivendra strongly values teamwork and believes that meaningful work is rarely the achievement of one individual. Rather than seeking recognition, he prefers contributing behind the scenes—supporting teams, solving technical challenges, and helping ideas take shape through technology.

His association with Teachers of Bihar reflects this philosophy: using his professional skills to support an educational community and helping build a stronger digital platform where the creativity, innovation, experiences, and good work of Bihar’s teachers can reach a wider audience.

For Shivendra, technology is not just a profession; it is a way to contribute, connect, solve problems, and create something useful for others.

I am a dedicated and innovative Science and Mathematics Teacher with experience in teaching students of the middle-school level. I integrate Project-Based Learning (PBL), activity-based learning, experiments, Teaching-Learning Materials (TLM), and real-life applications into my teaching to make learning engaging, meaningful, and student-centred.

I believe that effective education goes beyond completing the syllabus. I encourage students to explore, question, participate, collaborate, and connect classroom learning with their everyday experiences. I am also passionate about educational technology, digital content creation, teacher training, and the development of innovative learning resources.

Alongside classroom teaching, I actively contribute to educational initiatives, module development, professional development programmes, and teacher-support activities at school, block, district, and state levels.

WORK EXPERIENCE

R.U.M.S. DUDHAHA

Teacher | 2024 – Present

• Teaching Science and Mathematics at the middle-school level.

• Implementing Project-Based Learning and activity-based teaching.

• Developing innovative classroom activities and Teaching-Learning Materials.

• Encouraging student participation, curiosity, and experiential learning.

U.M.S. MAHAMUDPUR

Teacher | Nov 2023 – Feb 2024

U.M.S. DHEBAR

Teacher | Feb 2022 – Nov 2023

MODULE DEVELOPMENT & CONTENT DEVELOPMENT

• Contributed to the development of Bagless Safe Saturday Initiatives for the Government of Bihar.

• Contributed to the development of the VSS Training Module for BEPC, Bihar.

• Contributed to the development of educational magazines and learning resources for NIPUN Balamanch and Teachers of Bihar.

• Involved in the development of courses and learning resources for Dronavidya.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & WORKSHOPS

• Role of Museum in School Education – CCRT, New Delhi

• Capacity Building Programme – Regional Institute of Education (RIE), Bhubaneswar

• Script Screen – 5-Day Online Course – NCERT

• Participated in professional development and capacity-building programmes related to Science, Mathematics, Project-Based Learning and School Education.

• Participated in educational programmes and initiatives organised by SCERT Bihar, BEPC and the Department of Education, Government of Bihar.

• VSS Training Programme – District-Level Trainer

• INSPIRE Awards – Master Trainer at Block Level

• Project-Based Learning (PBL) – Block-Level Trainer

EDUCATIONAL INITIATIVES & EXTRA ACTIVITIES

• Developed courses for Dronavidya.

• Contributed to the e-Lots website initiative of the Government of Bihar.

• Actively participated in the Education Department Pavilion during Bihar Diwas 2025 on behalf of SCERT Bihar.

• Actively participated as a core team member of BEPC during Bihar Diwas 2026.

• Volunteered in the development of a free educational website for Teachers of Bihar.

• Contributed to educational publications, magazines, quizzes, digital resources, and teacher-support initiatives.

• Actively involved in educational and technology-based initiatives for teachers and students.

TRAINING & LEADERSHIP ROLES

• District-Level Trainer – VSS Training

• Master Trainer – INSPIRE Award

• Block-Level Trainer – Project-Based Learning (PBL)

• Resource person/contributor for educational module development.

• Contributor to teacher development and educational initiatives.

DIGITAL & PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

• Project-Based Learning (PBL)

• Activity-Based Learning

• Module Development

• Teacher Training

• Digital Learning Resources

• Google Workspace & Google Forms

• Canva & Educational Design

• Online Course Development

• Quiz and Learning Material Development

• Team Coordination & Collaboration

Innovative Teaching | Content Development | Teacher Training | Project-Based Learning | Digital Education | Educational Technology | Team Collaboration | Continuous Professional Learning

I am a teacher by profession, an artist, writer and creative educator with multidisciplinary interests in dance, literature, visual arts, photography, design and digital media. Currently serving as a Dance Teacher in the Education Department, Government of Bihar, I teach Classes 9–10 and strive to make education creative, expressive, experiential and culturally rooted.

My academic journey is rooted in the University of Delhi, where I completed my B.A. (Hons.) in Hindi from Lady Shri Ram College for Women and M.A. in Hindi from Hindu College. I have qualified UGC NET in Hindi and have also pursued an M.A. in English and a Post Graduate Diploma in Translation, enriching my engagement with language & literature. I was awarded the Shri Manohar Shyam Joshi Scholarship and All India Post Graduate Scholarship for academic merit.

My expertise spans Kathak, Vocal music, Fine arts, Graphic and Book-cover designing, Canva, Photography, Creative Writing, Editing, Proofreading and Translation.  My core strengths include time management, leadership, communication, teamwork, multitasking, creative thinking, problem-solving, adaptability, quick learning, planning, organisation and innovation.

I have been actively associated with SCERT Bihar as a contributor to the development, design and creative presentation of educational and training modules, including Bagless Safe Saturday, VSS Training, School Safety and Security, and Music and Musical Instruments. I have also participated in CCRT Hyderabad training, strengthening my understanding of Indian cultural heritage and arts education. My association with Teachers of Bihar includes editorial and creative contributions to Gadya Gunjan and other educational resources.

Literature remains an important part of my creative journey. My articles, poems and literary works have appeared in national and international books, magazines and literary publications. I have also published the children's book Jaadu Ki Chhadi. My creative practice extends to designing book covers, educational books, magazines, modules, posters, certificates and digital learning resources, combining aesthetics with purposeful communication. My professional experience includes working with the Rajiv Gandhi Foundation, Content Whale, My Study Buddy, Scholastic Pvt. Ltd. and Lokoday Prakashan in media, content writing, translation, editing and proofreading roles. I have also developed student-led initiatives such as School Times Channel and School Times Magazine, encouraging students to explore reporting, photography, design, editing, interviewing and storytelling.

My work has received recognition through several honours, including the Bihar Shiksha Ratna Award, Teacher of the Month Award, Bharat-Nepal Hindi Sewa Samman, Vivekanand Shiksha Samman, Shiksha Ratna, Dr. Maharaj Krishna Jain Smriti Samman, Shatabdi Samman, Bihar Vikas Ratna, among others. As a performing artist, I have participated in cultural programmes at Shravani Mela, Saras Mela, Sonpur Mela, Doordarshan and All India Radio. I am an NCC ‘C’ Certificate holder with an ‘A’ Grade and a Rajya Puraskar recipient in Bharat Scouts and Guides.

I see education as a dialogue, art as my language, and literature as my way of understanding life. I believe in learning with curiosity, creating with purpose and helping every learner discover their own voice. I aspire to leave behind not just knowledge, but a little inspiration, confidence and a story worth carrying forward.

I am Kanishka Muskan - a teacher and a learner.

I am a dedicated educator, lifelong learner, and advocate for creativity, collaboration, and innovation in education. I view teaching as a continuous journey of exploration, experimentation, and creating meaningful learning experiences for students.

With a strong interest in art, painting, craft, and creative expression, I have developed a particular passion for Art-Integrated Learning. I believe integrating art into education makes classrooms more engaging, inclusive, and joyful while encouraging students to express themselves, think creatively, and connect concepts with real-life experiences.

Beyond the classroom, I contribute to Teachers of Bihar by managing social media activities, particularly Facebook, and showcasing educational initiatives, resources, achievements, and community activities. I have also served as a member of the technical team for DIKSHA, gaining valuable experience in using digital platforms and resources to support accessible and effective learning.

As part of my professional development, I received training from CCRT, Udaipur, on “Puppetry in Education,” aligned with the vision of NEP 2020. I also had the privilege of serving as a Resource Person at the state-level Bihar Diwas celebration organized by the Education Department, Bihar.

I remain committed to bringing art, technology, creativity, and education together to inspire, empower, and transform learners.

I am a dedicated and innovative Computer Science Educator with extensive experience in teaching, educational technology, digital content development, and academic initiatives. I focus on making learning practical, engaging, and student-centred through Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Project-Based Learning, and digital tools.

I believe education should go beyond textbooks and encourage students to explore, create, collaborate, solve problems, and connect learning with real-life applications. Alongside classroom teaching, I actively contribute to teacher training, academic planning, module development, e-content creation, and educational initiatives at school, district, and state levels.

TEACHING & ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE

• Teaching Computer Science at secondary and higher-secondary levels.
• Experience in both CBSE and Government School systems.
• Teaching programming, computer fundamentals, practical applications, and digital literacy.
• Developing project-based activities, practical assignments, quizzes, and digital learning resources.
• Promoting technology-enabled and experiential learning.

ACADEMIC LEADERSHIP & INITIATIVES

• Associated with the District Academic Cell, Gopalganj.
• Contributing to academic planning, online classes, examination preparation, and teacher-support initiatives.
• Associated with educational initiatives of SCERT Bihar, Department of Education, and Teachers of Bihar.
• Contributing to academic programmes and educational resource development at district and state levels.

MODULE & CONTENT DEVELOPMENT

• Contributor to Bagless Saturday initiatives and the VSS Training Module.
• Involved in development of educational magazines, e-content, teacher resources, and learning materials.
• Contributor to SCERT Bihar content development initiatives.
• Developing resources related to AI, Computer Science, Digital Education, and innovative teaching practices.

TEACHER TRAINING & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

• Resource person/contributor for teacher training and capacity-building programmes.
• Supporting teachers in the effective use of AI tools, digital resources, and educational technology.
• Contributing to professional development and teacher-support initiatives.

DIGITAL EDUCATION & TECHNOLOGY

• Development and management of educational and school websites.
• Digital content creation for online classes and academic programmes.
• Experience with Canva, Google Workspace, Google Forms, AI tools, and online learning platforms.
• Creating presentations, worksheets, quizzes, videos, posters, and digital learning resources.
• Exploring Generative AI for teaching, content creation, and teacher productivity.

PUBLICATIONS & EDUCATIONAL CONTENT

• Editor-in-Chief – Vidyarthi Darpan, a quarterly educational magazine.
• Contributor to educational publications, articles, quizzes, and digital resources.
• Developing teacher-focused resources on Artificial Intelligence and Educational Technology.
• Creating educational content related to technology, careers, scholarships, and student learning.

INNOVATION & LEADERSHIP

• Promoting AI, IoT, Robotics, STEM, and Project-Based Learning in education.
• Supporting students in developing innovative and real-life problem-solving projects.
• Leading and coordinating academic and educational teams.
• Contributing to collaborative development of modules, courses, publications, and digital resources.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERTISE

Computer Science | Artificial Intelligence | Educational Technology | Project-Based Learning | Digital Content Creation | Module Development | E-Content | Teacher Training | Academic Planning | Canva | Google Workspace | Online Education | STEM & Robotics | Team Leadership

एक समर्पित शिक्षक और उत्साही मार्गदर्शक के रूप में, मेरा मुख्य ध्येय सरकारी विद्यालय के शिक्षकों और उनके संस्थानों के मान-सम्मान, प्रतिष्ठा तथा गरिमा को नई ऊंचाइयों पर ले जाना है। मेरा दृढ़ विश्वास है कि सरकारी शिक्षक में समाज को बदलने की अपार क्षमता है, और वास्तविक बदलाव तभी संभव है जब शिक्षक सशक्त, सम्मानित और आधुनिक शिक्षण तकनीकों से लैस होकर कक्षा के भीतर और बाहर प्रभावी नेतृत्व करें।  

अपने सेवाकाल के दौरान मुझे सैकड़ों शिक्षक प्रशिक्षण कार्यक्रमों में मुख्य प्रशिक्षक (Master Trainer) की भूमिका निभाने के साथ-साथ संकुल संसाधन केंद्र समन्वयक (CRCC) और प्रखंड साधन सेवी (BRP) के रूप में सफलतापूर्वक कार्य करने का व्यापक अनुभव प्राप्त हुआ है। इन दायित्वों के माध्यम से मैंने ज़मीनी स्तर पर शिक्षकों की क्षमता-संवर्धन और अकादमिक सुदृढ़ीकरण में निरंतर सक्रिय योगदान दिया है।

शिक्षा के क्षेत्र में मेरे निरंतर नवाचारों और उत्कृष्ट योगदान के फलस्वरूप मुझे 'राजकीय शिक्षक पुरस्कार 2026' से सम्मानित होने का गौरव प्राप्त हुआ है। इसके साथ ही, मेरी पहलों को ज़िला पदाधिकारी, ज़िला शिक्षा पदाधिकारी और जिला कार्यक्रम पदाधिकारी द्वारा भी विशेष रूप से सराहा गया है। राज्य स्तर पर मुझे SCERT के अंतर्गत 'प्रधानाध्यापक हस्तपुस्तिका' के लेखक समूह का हिस्सा रहने का सुअवसर प्राप्त हुआ, जहाँ व्यावहारिक व नीतिगत मार्गदर्शन तैयार करने में योगदान देने का अवसर मिला।  

'टीचर्स ऑफ बिहार' (Teachers of Bihar) मंच के सक्रिय सदस्य के रूप में मुझे कई महत्वपूर्ण भूमिकाएँ निभाने का अवसर मिला है। एक ज़िला मार्गदर्शक (District Mentor) के रूप में, मैं साथी शिक्षकों के साथ मिलकर आधुनिक शिक्षण पद्धतियों को साझा करने और परस्पर सीखने का वातावरण तैयार करने में सहयोग करता हूँ। इसके अलावा, इंस्टाग्राम मॉडरेटर और पोस्टर डिज़ाइनर के रूप में डिजिटल मीडिया द्वारा शिक्षकों की उपलब्धियों को समाज तक पहुँचाने का कार्य किया है। मेरी शैक्षणिक रचनात्मकता का एक प्रमुख पड़ाव 'वेव क्विज़ मेकर' के रूप में रहा, जहाँ मेरे द्वारा तैयार क्विज़ मॉड्यूल्स को SCERT के निदेशक द्वारा विधिवत प्रमाणित किया गया।  

मेरा अंतिम लक्ष्य यही है कि हमारे सरकारी शिक्षक समाज में वह गरिमा और पहचान पुनः प्राप्त करें जिसके वे सच्चे अधिकारी हैं, और हमारे विद्यालय गुणवत्तापूर्ण शिक्षा के आदर्श केंद्र बनें। निरंतर नवाचार के संकल्प के साथ, मैं शिक्षा व्यवस्था के उत्थान के लिए पूर्णतः समर्पित हूँ।  

I am a teacher by profession, an artist, writer and creative educator with multidisciplinary interests in dance, literature, visual arts, photography, design and digital media. Currently serving as a Dance Teacher in the Education Department, Government of Bihar, I teach Classes 9–10 and strive to make education creative, expressive, experiential and culturally rooted.

My academic journey is rooted in the University of Delhi, where I completed my B.A. (Hons.) in Hindi from Lady Shri Ram College for Women and M.A. in Hindi from Hindu College. I have qualified UGC NET in Hindi and have also pursued an M.A. in English and a Post Graduate Diploma in Translation, enriching my engagement with language & literature. I was awarded the Shri Manohar Shyam Joshi Scholarship and All India Post Graduate Scholarship for academic merit.

My expertise spans Kathak, Vocal music, Fine arts, Graphic and Book-cover designing, Canva, Photography, Creative Writing, Editing, Proofreading and Translation.  My core strengths include time management, leadership, communication, teamwork, multitasking, creative thinking, problem-solving, adaptability, quick learning, planning, organisation and innovation.

I have been actively associated with SCERT Bihar as a contributor to the development, design and creative presentation of educational and training modules, including Bagless Safe Saturday, VSS Training, School Safety and Security, and Music and Musical Instruments. I have also participated in CCRT Hyderabad training, strengthening my understanding of Indian cultural heritage and arts education. My association with Teachers of Bihar includes editorial and creative contributions to Gadya Gunjan and other educational resources.

Literature remains an important part of my creative journey. My articles, poems and literary works have appeared in national and international books, magazines and literary publications. I have also published the children's book Jaadu Ki Chhadi. My creative practice extends to designing book covers, educational books, magazines, modules, posters, certificates and digital learning resources, combining aesthetics with purposeful communication. My professional experience includes working with the Rajiv Gandhi Foundation, Content Whale, My Study Buddy, Scholastic Pvt. Ltd. and Lokoday Prakashan in media, content writing, translation, editing and proofreading roles. I have also developed student-led initiatives such as School Times Channel and School Times Magazine, encouraging students to explore reporting, photography, design, editing, interviewing and storytelling.

My work has received recognition through several honours, including the Bihar Shiksha Ratna Award, Teacher of the Month Award, Bharat-Nepal Hindi Sewa Samman, Vivekanand Shiksha Samman, Shiksha Ratna, Dr. Maharaj Krishna Jain Smriti Samman, Shatabdi Samman, Bihar Vikas Ratna, among others. As a performing artist, I have participated in cultural programmes at Shravani Mela, Saras Mela, Sonpur Mela, Doordarshan and All India Radio. I am an NCC ‘C’ Certificate holder with an ‘A’ Grade and a Rajya Puraskar recipient in Bharat Scouts and Guides.

I see education as a dialogue, art as my language, and literature as my way of understanding life. I believe in learning with curiosity, creating with purpose and helping every learner discover their own voice. I aspire to leave behind not just knowledge, but a little inspiration, confidence and a story worth carrying forward.

I know how to work as a district mentor

I am Kanishka Muskan - a teacher and a learner.

I am a dedicated educator, lifelong learner, and advocate for creativity, collaboration, and innovation in education. I view teaching as a continuous journey of exploration, experimentation, and creating meaningful learning experiences for students.

With a strong interest in art, painting, craft, and creative expression, I have developed a particular passion for Art-Integrated Learning. I believe integrating art into education makes classrooms more engaging, inclusive, and joyful while encouraging students to express themselves, think creatively, and connect concepts with real-life experiences.

Beyond the classroom, I contribute to Teachers of Bihar by managing social media activities, particularly Facebook, and showcasing educational initiatives, resources, achievements, and community activities. I have also served as a member of the technical team for DIKSHA, gaining valuable experience in using digital platforms and resources to support accessible and effective learning.

As part of my professional development, I received training from CCRT, Udaipur, on “Puppetry in Education,” aligned with the vision of NEP 2020. I also had the privilege of serving as a Resource Person at the state-level Bihar Diwas celebration organized by the Education Department, Bihar.

I remain committed to bringing art, technology, creativity, and education together to inspire, empower, and transform learners.

I know how to work as a district mentor

I know how to work as a district mentor

एक समर्पित शिक्षक और उत्साही मार्गदर्शक के रूप में, मेरा मुख्य ध्येय सरकारी विद्यालय के शिक्षकों और उनके संस्थानों के मान-सम्मान, प्रतिष्ठा तथा गरिमा को नई ऊंचाइयों पर ले जाना है। मेरा दृढ़ विश्वास है कि सरकारी शिक्षक में समाज को बदलने की अपार क्षमता है, और वास्तविक बदलाव तभी संभव है जब शिक्षक सशक्त, सम्मानित और आधुनिक शिक्षण तकनीकों से लैस होकर कक्षा के भीतर और बाहर प्रभावी नेतृत्व करें।  

अपने सेवाकाल के दौरान मुझे सैकड़ों शिक्षक प्रशिक्षण कार्यक्रमों में मुख्य प्रशिक्षक (Master Trainer) की भूमिका निभाने के साथ-साथ संकुल संसाधन केंद्र समन्वयक (CRCC) और प्रखंड साधन सेवी (BRP) के रूप में सफलतापूर्वक कार्य करने का व्यापक अनुभव प्राप्त हुआ है। इन दायित्वों के माध्यम से मैंने ज़मीनी स्तर पर शिक्षकों की क्षमता-संवर्धन और अकादमिक सुदृढ़ीकरण में निरंतर सक्रिय योगदान दिया है।

शिक्षा के क्षेत्र में मेरे निरंतर नवाचारों और उत्कृष्ट योगदान के फलस्वरूप मुझे 'राजकीय शिक्षक पुरस्कार 2026' से सम्मानित होने का गौरव प्राप्त हुआ है। इसके साथ ही, मेरी पहलों को ज़िला पदाधिकारी, ज़िला शिक्षा पदाधिकारी और जिला कार्यक्रम पदाधिकारी द्वारा भी विशेष रूप से सराहा गया है। राज्य स्तर पर मुझे SCERT के अंतर्गत 'प्रधानाध्यापक हस्तपुस्तिका' के लेखक समूह का हिस्सा रहने का सुअवसर प्राप्त हुआ, जहाँ व्यावहारिक व नीतिगत मार्गदर्शन तैयार करने में योगदान देने का अवसर मिला।  

'टीचर्स ऑफ बिहार' (Teachers of Bihar) मंच के सक्रिय सदस्य के रूप में मुझे कई महत्वपूर्ण भूमिकाएँ निभाने का अवसर मिला है। एक ज़िला मार्गदर्शक (District Mentor) के रूप में, मैं साथी शिक्षकों के साथ मिलकर आधुनिक शिक्षण पद्धतियों को साझा करने और परस्पर सीखने का वातावरण तैयार करने में सहयोग करता हूँ। इसके अलावा, इंस्टाग्राम मॉडरेटर और पोस्टर डिज़ाइनर के रूप में डिजिटल मीडिया द्वारा शिक्षकों की उपलब्धियों को समाज तक पहुँचाने का कार्य किया है। मेरी शैक्षणिक रचनात्मकता का एक प्रमुख पड़ाव 'वेव क्विज़ मेकर' के रूप में रहा, जहाँ मेरे द्वारा तैयार क्विज़ मॉड्यूल्स को SCERT के निदेशक द्वारा विधिवत प्रमाणित किया गया।  

मेरा अंतिम लक्ष्य यही है कि हमारे सरकारी शिक्षक समाज में वह गरिमा और पहचान पुनः प्राप्त करें जिसके वे सच्चे अधिकारी हैं, और हमारे विद्यालय गुणवत्तापूर्ण शिक्षा के आदर्श केंद्र बनें। निरंतर नवाचार के संकल्प के साथ, मैं शिक्षा व्यवस्था के उत्थान के लिए पूर्णतः समर्पित हूँ।  

I know how to work as a district mentor

एक समर्पित शिक्षक और उत्साही मार्गदर्शक के रूप में, मेरा मुख्य ध्येय सरकारी विद्यालय के शिक्षकों और उनके संस्थानों के मान-सम्मान, प्रतिष्ठा तथा गरिमा को नई ऊंचाइयों पर ले जाना है। मेरा दृढ़ विश्वास है कि सरकारी शिक्षक में समाज को बदलने की अपार क्षमता है, और वास्तविक बदलाव तभी संभव है जब शिक्षक सशक्त, सम्मानित और आधुनिक शिक्षण तकनीकों से लैस होकर कक्षा के भीतर और बाहर प्रभावी नेतृत्व करें।  

अपने सेवाकाल के दौरान मुझे सैकड़ों शिक्षक प्रशिक्षण कार्यक्रमों में मुख्य प्रशिक्षक (Master Trainer) की भूमिका निभाने के साथ-साथ संकुल संसाधन केंद्र समन्वयक (CRCC) और प्रखंड साधन सेवी (BRP) के रूप में सफलतापूर्वक कार्य करने का व्यापक अनुभव प्राप्त हुआ है। इन दायित्वों के माध्यम से मैंने ज़मीनी स्तर पर शिक्षकों की क्षमता-संवर्धन और अकादमिक सुदृढ़ीकरण में निरंतर सक्रिय योगदान दिया है।

शिक्षा के क्षेत्र में मेरे निरंतर नवाचारों और उत्कृष्ट योगदान के फलस्वरूप मुझे 'राजकीय शिक्षक पुरस्कार 2026' से सम्मानित होने का गौरव प्राप्त हुआ है। इसके साथ ही, मेरी पहलों को ज़िला पदाधिकारी, ज़िला शिक्षा पदाधिकारी और जिला कार्यक्रम पदाधिकारी द्वारा भी विशेष रूप से सराहा गया है। राज्य स्तर पर मुझे SCERT के अंतर्गत 'प्रधानाध्यापक हस्तपुस्तिका' के लेखक समूह का हिस्सा रहने का सुअवसर प्राप्त हुआ, जहाँ व्यावहारिक व नीतिगत मार्गदर्शन तैयार करने में योगदान देने का अवसर मिला।  

'टीचर्स ऑफ बिहार' (Teachers of Bihar) मंच के सक्रिय सदस्य के रूप में मुझे कई महत्वपूर्ण भूमिकाएँ निभाने का अवसर मिला है। एक ज़िला मार्गदर्शक (District Mentor) के रूप में, मैं साथी शिक्षकों के साथ मिलकर आधुनिक शिक्षण पद्धतियों को साझा करने और परस्पर सीखने का वातावरण तैयार करने में सहयोग करता हूँ। इसके अलावा, इंस्टाग्राम मॉडरेटर और पोस्टर डिज़ाइनर के रूप में डिजिटल मीडिया द्वारा शिक्षकों की उपलब्धियों को समाज तक पहुँचाने का कार्य किया है। मेरी शैक्षणिक रचनात्मकता का एक प्रमुख पड़ाव 'वेव क्विज़ मेकर' के रूप में रहा, जहाँ मेरे द्वारा तैयार क्विज़ मॉड्यूल्स को SCERT के निदेशक द्वारा विधिवत प्रमाणित किया गया।  

मेरा अंतिम लक्ष्य यही है कि हमारे सरकारी शिक्षक समाज में वह गरिमा और पहचान पुनः प्राप्त करें जिसके वे सच्चे अधिकारी हैं, और हमारे विद्यालय गुणवत्तापूर्ण शिक्षा के आदर्श केंद्र बनें। निरंतर नवाचार के संकल्प के साथ, मैं शिक्षा व्यवस्था के उत्थान के लिए पूर्णतः समर्पित हूँ।  

I am Kanishka Muskan - a teacher and a learner.

I am a dedicated educator, lifelong learner, and advocate for creativity, collaboration, and innovation in education. I view teaching as a continuous journey of exploration, experimentation, and creating meaningful learning experiences for students.

With a strong interest in art, painting, craft, and creative expression, I have developed a particular passion for Art-Integrated Learning. I believe integrating art into education makes classrooms more engaging, inclusive, and joyful while encouraging students to express themselves, think creatively, and connect concepts with real-life experiences.

Beyond the classroom, I contribute to Teachers of Bihar by managing social media activities, particularly Facebook, and showcasing educational initiatives, resources, achievements, and community activities. I have also served as a member of the technical team for DIKSHA, gaining valuable experience in using digital platforms and resources to support accessible and effective learning.

As part of my professional development, I received training from CCRT, Udaipur, on “Puppetry in Education,” aligned with the vision of NEP 2020. I also had the privilege of serving as a Resource Person at the state-level Bihar Diwas celebration organized by the Education Department, Bihar.

I remain committed to bringing art, technology, creativity, and education together to inspire, empower, and transform learners.

I am a dedicated and innovative Computer Science Educator with extensive experience in teaching, educational technology, digital content development, and academic initiatives. I focus on making learning practical, engaging, and student-centred through Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Project-Based Learning, and digital tools.

I believe education should go beyond textbooks and encourage students to explore, create, collaborate, solve problems, and connect learning with real-life applications. Alongside classroom teaching, I actively contribute to teacher training, academic planning, module development, e-content creation, and educational initiatives at school, district, and state levels.

TEACHING & ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE

• Teaching Computer Science at secondary and higher-secondary levels.
• Experience in both CBSE and Government School systems.
• Teaching programming, computer fundamentals, practical applications, and digital literacy.
• Developing project-based activities, practical assignments, quizzes, and digital learning resources.
• Promoting technology-enabled and experiential learning.

ACADEMIC LEADERSHIP & INITIATIVES

• Associated with the District Academic Cell, Gopalganj.
• Contributing to academic planning, online classes, examination preparation, and teacher-support initiatives.
• Associated with educational initiatives of SCERT Bihar, Department of Education, and Teachers of Bihar.
• Contributing to academic programmes and educational resource development at district and state levels.

MODULE & CONTENT DEVELOPMENT

• Contributor to Bagless Saturday initiatives and the VSS Training Module.
• Involved in development of educational magazines, e-content, teacher resources, and learning materials.
• Contributor to SCERT Bihar content development initiatives.
• Developing resources related to AI, Computer Science, Digital Education, and innovative teaching practices.

TEACHER TRAINING & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

• Resource person/contributor for teacher training and capacity-building programmes.
• Supporting teachers in the effective use of AI tools, digital resources, and educational technology.
• Contributing to professional development and teacher-support initiatives.

DIGITAL EDUCATION & TECHNOLOGY

• Development and management of educational and school websites.
• Digital content creation for online classes and academic programmes.
• Experience with Canva, Google Workspace, Google Forms, AI tools, and online learning platforms.
• Creating presentations, worksheets, quizzes, videos, posters, and digital learning resources.
• Exploring Generative AI for teaching, content creation, and teacher productivity.

PUBLICATIONS & EDUCATIONAL CONTENT

• Editor-in-Chief – Vidyarthi Darpan, a quarterly educational magazine.
• Contributor to educational publications, articles, quizzes, and digital resources.
• Developing teacher-focused resources on Artificial Intelligence and Educational Technology.
• Creating educational content related to technology, careers, scholarships, and student learning.

INNOVATION & LEADERSHIP

• Promoting AI, IoT, Robotics, STEM, and Project-Based Learning in education.
• Supporting students in developing innovative and real-life problem-solving projects.
• Leading and coordinating academic and educational teams.
• Contributing to collaborative development of modules, courses, publications, and digital resources.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERTISE

Computer Science | Artificial Intelligence | Educational Technology | Project-Based Learning | Digital Content Creation | Module Development | E-Content | Teacher Training | Academic Planning | Canva | Google Workspace | Online Education | STEM & Robotics | Team Leadership

एक समर्पित शिक्षक और उत्साही मार्गदर्शक के रूप में, मेरा मुख्य ध्येय सरकारी विद्यालय के शिक्षकों और उनके संस्थानों के मान-सम्मान, प्रतिष्ठा तथा गरिमा को नई ऊंचाइयों पर ले जाना है। मेरा दृढ़ विश्वास है कि सरकारी शिक्षक में समाज को बदलने की अपार क्षमता है, और वास्तविक बदलाव तभी संभव है जब शिक्षक सशक्त, सम्मानित और आधुनिक शिक्षण तकनीकों से लैस होकर कक्षा के भीतर और बाहर प्रभावी नेतृत्व करें।  

अपने सेवाकाल के दौरान मुझे सैकड़ों शिक्षक प्रशिक्षण कार्यक्रमों में मुख्य प्रशिक्षक (Master Trainer) की भूमिका निभाने के साथ-साथ संकुल संसाधन केंद्र समन्वयक (CRCC) और प्रखंड साधन सेवी (BRP) के रूप में सफलतापूर्वक कार्य करने का व्यापक अनुभव प्राप्त हुआ है। इन दायित्वों के माध्यम से मैंने ज़मीनी स्तर पर शिक्षकों की क्षमता-संवर्धन और अकादमिक सुदृढ़ीकरण में निरंतर सक्रिय योगदान दिया है।

शिक्षा के क्षेत्र में मेरे निरंतर नवाचारों और उत्कृष्ट योगदान के फलस्वरूप मुझे 'राजकीय शिक्षक पुरस्कार 2026' से सम्मानित होने का गौरव प्राप्त हुआ है। इसके साथ ही, मेरी पहलों को ज़िला पदाधिकारी, ज़िला शिक्षा पदाधिकारी और जिला कार्यक्रम पदाधिकारी द्वारा भी विशेष रूप से सराहा गया है। राज्य स्तर पर मुझे SCERT के अंतर्गत 'प्रधानाध्यापक हस्तपुस्तिका' के लेखक समूह का हिस्सा रहने का सुअवसर प्राप्त हुआ, जहाँ व्यावहारिक व नीतिगत मार्गदर्शन तैयार करने में योगदान देने का अवसर मिला।  

'टीचर्स ऑफ बिहार' (Teachers of Bihar) मंच के सक्रिय सदस्य के रूप में मुझे कई महत्वपूर्ण भूमिकाएँ निभाने का अवसर मिला है। एक ज़िला मार्गदर्शक (District Mentor) के रूप में, मैं साथी शिक्षकों के साथ मिलकर आधुनिक शिक्षण पद्धतियों को साझा करने और परस्पर सीखने का वातावरण तैयार करने में सहयोग करता हूँ। इसके अलावा, इंस्टाग्राम मॉडरेटर और पोस्टर डिज़ाइनर के रूप में डिजिटल मीडिया द्वारा शिक्षकों की उपलब्धियों को समाज तक पहुँचाने का कार्य किया है। मेरी शैक्षणिक रचनात्मकता का एक प्रमुख पड़ाव 'वेव क्विज़ मेकर' के रूप में रहा, जहाँ मेरे द्वारा तैयार क्विज़ मॉड्यूल्स को SCERT के निदेशक द्वारा विधिवत प्रमाणित किया गया।  

मेरा अंतिम लक्ष्य यही है कि हमारे सरकारी शिक्षक समाज में वह गरिमा और पहचान पुनः प्राप्त करें जिसके वे सच्चे अधिकारी हैं, और हमारे विद्यालय गुणवत्तापूर्ण शिक्षा के आदर्श केंद्र बनें। निरंतर नवाचार के संकल्प के साथ, मैं शिक्षा व्यवस्था के उत्थान के लिए पूर्णतः समर्पित हूँ।  

I know how to work as a district mentor

I love teaching. I am editor of ToB BalManch.

मैं केशव कुमार, प्राथमिक विद्यालय मोहनपुर उर्दू, मुरौल, मुजफ्फरपुर, बिहार में प्रधान शिक्षक हूँ। मेरी शिक्षकीय यात्रा इस विश्वास पर आधारित है कि प्रत्येक बच्चे को उसकी सामाजिक एवं आर्थिक पृष्ठभूमि से परे भयमुक्त, समावेशी, आनंददायक एवं गुणवत्तापूर्ण शिक्षण वातावरण मिलना चाहिए।

मैंने बुनियादी साक्षरता एवं संख्याज्ञान (FLN), दक्षताआधारित शिक्षण, प्रोजेक्ट आधारित अधिगम (PBL), गतिविधि आधारित एवं अनुभवात्मक शिक्षण, ICT तथा कम लागत वाली शिक्षण-अधिगम सामग्री (TLM) के प्रभावी उपयोग पर विशेष रूप से कार्य किया है। स्मार्ट टीवी, प्रोजेक्टर, टैबलेट, डिजिटल कंटेंट एवं स्थानीय संसाधनों को शिक्षण प्रक्रिया से जोड़कर कक्षा को अधिक रोचक एवं सहभागितापूर्ण बनाने का प्रयास किया।

विद्यालय में बाल संसद, मीना मंच, योग, खेलकूद, बैगलेस शनिवार, सुरक्षित शनिवार, सांस्कृतिक गतिविधियाँ, शिक्षक-अभिभावक सहभागिता, स्वास्थ्य एवं पोषण कार्यक्रम तथा सामाजिक जागरूकता अभियानों के माध्यम से विद्यार्थियों के सर्वांगीण विकास पर कार्य किया। समुदाय एवं विभिन्न संस्थाओं के सहयोग से पुस्तकालय, स्वच्छ पेयजल, स्वच्छता, खेल एवं डिजिटल शिक्षण सुविधाओं को सुदृढ़ किया। पूर्व विद्यालय अर्थात राजकीय बुनियादी विद्यालय बखरी, मुरौल, मुजफ्फरपुर में कार्यकाल के दौरान 1000 से अधिक विद्यार्थियों के नामांकन में सक्रिय योगदान दिया तथा विद्यार्थियों ने NMMSS सहित विभिन्न शैक्षणिक, खेल एवं सांस्कृतिक प्रतियोगिताओं में उल्लेखनीय उपलब्धियाँ प्राप्त कीं।

मेरे सेवाकाल में वर्ष 2021 एवं 2024 में जिला शिक्षक पुरस्कार तथा वर्ष 2026 में राजकीय शिक्षक पुरस्कार से सम्मानित किया गया। ये सम्मान मेरे लिए शिक्षण, नवाचार, नेतृत्व एवं विद्यालय विकास के प्रति निरंतर प्रतिबद्धता की प्रेरणा हैं।

विद्यालय से आगे प्रखंड, जिला एवं राज्य स्तर पर Resource Person, District Resource Person एवं Master Trainer के रूप में शिक्षक क्षमता निर्माण में योगदान दिया। FLN, चहक, जीवन कौशल, PBL, विद्यालय सुरक्षा, साइबर सुरक्षा एवं अन्य शैक्षणिक कार्यक्रमों में प्रशिक्षण एवं मार्गदर्शन प्रदान किया। जिला स्तर पर DIKSHA के माध्यम से 1,386 प्रारंभिक विद्यालयों में साक्ष्य-आधारित Micro Improvement Projects के क्रियान्वयन में नेतृत्वकारी भूमिका निभाई।

राज्य स्तर पर Holistic Progress Card, Item Bank, FLN Toolkit, पाठ्यपुस्तक समीक्षा, विद्यालय सुरक्षा सामग्री तथा अन्य शैक्षणिक पहलों से संबंधित कार्यशालाओं में योगदान दिया। PM eVIDYA के लिए शैक्षणिक ई-कंटेंट निर्माण तथा Teachers of Bihar के माध्यम से शिक्षक व्यावसायिक अधिगम को बढ़ावा देने में सक्रिय भूमिका निभाई।

राष्ट्रीय स्तर पर PM eVIDYA के लिए ई-कंटेंट निर्माण, Cyber Safety and Security में शिक्षक क्षमता निर्माण तथा NCSL-NIEPA के माध्यम से विद्यालयी नेतृत्व एवं नवाचारों की प्रस्तुति का अवसर प्राप्त हुआ। मेरे विद्यालय का कार्य Aga Khan Foundation के वैश्विक School 2030 कार्यक्रम से भी जुड़ा, जिसके माध्यम से विद्यालय के नवाचारों को अंतरराष्ट्रीय स्तर तक पहचान मिली।

मेरी प्रमुख व्यावसायिक रुचियों में शैक्षणिक नेतृत्व, शिक्षक व्यावसायिक विकास, FLN, डिजिटल शिक्षा, नवाचारी शिक्षण, विद्यालय-समुदाय सहभागिता, पर्यावरण शिक्षा, विद्यार्थी नेतृत्व तथा शैक्षणिक नवाचारों का दस्तावेजीकरण शामिल है।

मेरे लिए शिक्षण केवल एक पेशा नहीं, बल्कि बच्चों को सशक्त बनाने, शिक्षकों को आगे बढ़ाने और समाज के प्रति सार्थक योगदान देने का माध्यम है। मैं निरंतर सीखने, प्रयोग करने, सहयोग करने और अपने अनुभवों को व्यापक शिक्षक समुदाय के साथ साझा करने का प्रयास करता हूँ, ताकि सरकारी विद्यालयी शिक्षा अधिक समावेशी, नवाचारी, तकनीक-सक्षम एवं बाल-केंद्रित बन सके।

As an editor and mentor, I am committed to create a high-quality and intellectually stimulating educational environment. I strive to provide effective, visionary leadership and make my best contribution toward fostering academic excellence, innovation, and holistic student development.

I am Shiv Kumar — first and foremost, a teacher.

After more than 26 years in the education sector, I have learned that a teacher’s journey is never about reaching a destination; it is about continuously learning, sharing, creating and helping others grow.

I do not see myself as the founder or leader of Teachers of Bihar – The Change Makers. I see myself as one of the smallest members of this beautiful family—a family created by teachers, strengthened by teachers and dedicated to teachers.

My journey with Teachers of Bihar began with a simple belief: every teacher has something valuable to share, and every teacher has something new to learn. What started as an idea has gradually grown into a vibrant Professional Learning Community where educators connect, collaborate, share innovations and celebrate one another.

I am deeply passionate about ICT, educational technology and digital learning. I enjoy exploring new technologies and finding meaningful ways to bring them into education. At the same time, I have an equally special place in my heart for music and singing. For me, technology stimulates the mind, while music touches the heart.

Over the years, I have had the privilege of serving education in different capacities—as a National Resource Person with NCERT, Resource Person with NIEPA, State Resource Person and trainer with SCERT Bihar and Bihar Education Project Council, and Resource Person associated with BSDMA’s Safe Saturday initiative. I have also had opportunities to collaborate with organisations including UNICEF, UNESCO, NIDM and educational institutions on different educational and developmental initiatives.

I have contributed to teacher training, curriculum and module development, ICT-based learning, Art Integrated Learning, OER, educational films, digital resources and professional learning initiatives.

But beyond all these roles and recognitions, “Teacher” remains the identity closest to my heart.

I believe in three simple things:

Learn. Share. Inspire.

Learn something new every day.

Share whatever can help another teacher.

And inspire others through your work, however small it may seem.

I love photography, videography, travelling, singing and exploring technology. I enjoy documenting the unseen stories of teachers and schools because I believe that behind every good school, there are many unsung heroes whose stories deserve to be heard.

My journey has never been about doing everything myself. It has always been about bringing people together, creating possibilities and making good work visible.

> “I may be one of the smallest members of the Teachers of Bihar family, but I feel immensely proud to walk alongside thousands of teachers who are quietly changing classrooms, schools and lives every day.”

26+ years in education.

A teacher at heart.

A lifelong learner.

An ICT enthusiast.

A singer.

A photographer.

A storyteller.

And, above all, a proud member of the Teachers of Bihar family.

— Shiv Kumar

Graduate Teacher | Educator | ICT Enthusiast | Resource Person | Teacher-Learner

Shivendra Prakash Suman is an experienced IT professional and software architect with over a decade of experience in software development, web technologies, application architecture, and digital solutions. Originally from Muzaffarpur, Bihar, he believes that technology becomes truly meaningful when it goes beyond solving technical problems and contributes to creating a positive impact in society.

Over the years, Shivendra has worked in different technical roles involving software development, web application development, system architecture, database-driven applications, and the implementation and management of large-scale digital platforms. His professional journey has given him the opportunity to work with both private-sector organisations and important educational initiatives in Bihar.

One of the significant parts of his professional journey has been his association with the State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT), Bihar, where he worked as a Software Developer and contributed to the development of its official digital platform. He is the developer of the SCERT Bihar website, helping establish a digital platform through which educational resources, notifications, results, publications, e-content, and other important information can reach teachers, students, institutions, and the wider education community.

He has also contributed as a developer to e-LOTS (e-Library of Teachers and Students) of the Bihar Education Project Council, another technology-driven initiative supporting access to digital educational resources.

Alongside his professional career, Shivendra has remained closely connected with education through Teachers of Bihar. As part of its technical leadership, he has contributed to developing and strengthening the organisation’s digital ecosystem, including its websites, educational platforms, e-magazines, online activities, digital resources, and several technology-driven initiatives for teachers and students.

His approach to technology is simple: understand the need, find a practical solution, and make it useful for the people it is meant to serve. He continues to explore new technologies and looks for meaningful ways to apply them in education, community initiatives, and real-world problem solving.

Shivendra strongly values teamwork and believes that meaningful work is rarely the achievement of one individual. Rather than seeking recognition, he prefers contributing behind the scenes—supporting teams, solving technical challenges, and helping ideas take shape through technology.

His association with Teachers of Bihar reflects this philosophy: using his professional skills to support an educational community and helping build a stronger digital platform where the creativity, innovation, experiences, and good work of Bihar’s teachers can reach a wider audience.

For Shivendra, technology is not just a profession; it is a way to contribute, connect, solve problems, and create something useful for others.

I am Shiv Kumar — first and foremost, a teacher.

After more than 26 years in the education sector, I have learned that a teacher’s journey is never about reaching a destination; it is about continuously learning, sharing, creating and helping others grow.

I do not see myself as the founder or leader of Teachers of Bihar – The Change Makers. I see myself as one of the smallest members of this beautiful family—a family created by teachers, strengthened by teachers and dedicated to teachers.

My journey with Teachers of Bihar began with a simple belief: every teacher has something valuable to share, and every teacher has something new to learn. What started as an idea has gradually grown into a vibrant Professional Learning Community where educators connect, collaborate, share innovations and celebrate one another.

I am deeply passionate about ICT, educational technology and digital learning. I enjoy exploring new technologies and finding meaningful ways to bring them into education. At the same time, I have an equally special place in my heart for music and singing. For me, technology stimulates the mind, while music touches the heart.

Over the years, I have had the privilege of serving education in different capacities—as a National Resource Person with NCERT, Resource Person with NIEPA, State Resource Person and trainer with SCERT Bihar and Bihar Education Project Council, and Resource Person associated with BSDMA’s Safe Saturday initiative. I have also had opportunities to collaborate with organisations including UNICEF, UNESCO, NIDM and educational institutions on different educational and developmental initiatives.

I have contributed to teacher training, curriculum and module development, ICT-based learning, Art Integrated Learning, OER, educational films, digital resources and professional learning initiatives.

But beyond all these roles and recognitions, “Teacher” remains the identity closest to my heart.

I believe in three simple things:

Learn. Share. Inspire.

Learn something new every day.

Share whatever can help another teacher.

And inspire others through your work, however small it may seem.

I love photography, videography, travelling, singing and exploring technology. I enjoy documenting the unseen stories of teachers and schools because I believe that behind every good school, there are many unsung heroes whose stories deserve to be heard.

My journey has never been about doing everything myself. It has always been about bringing people together, creating possibilities and making good work visible.

> “I may be one of the smallest members of the Teachers of Bihar family, but I feel immensely proud to walk alongside thousands of teachers who are quietly changing classrooms, schools and lives every day.”

26+ years in education.

A teacher at heart.

A lifelong learner.

An ICT enthusiast.

A singer.

A photographer.

A storyteller.

And, above all, a proud member of the Teachers of Bihar family.

— Shiv Kumar

Graduate Teacher | Educator | ICT Enthusiast | Resource Person | Teacher-Learner

Shivendra Prakash Suman is an experienced IT professional and software architect with over a decade of experience in software development, web technologies, application architecture, and digital solutions. Originally from Muzaffarpur, Bihar, he believes that technology becomes truly meaningful when it goes beyond solving technical problems and contributes to creating a positive impact in society.

Over the years, Shivendra has worked in different technical roles involving software development, web application development, system architecture, database-driven applications, and the implementation and management of large-scale digital platforms. His professional journey has given him the opportunity to work with both private-sector organisations and important educational initiatives in Bihar.

One of the significant parts of his professional journey has been his association with the State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT), Bihar, where he worked as a Software Developer and contributed to the development of its official digital platform. He is the developer of the SCERT Bihar website, helping establish a digital platform through which educational resources, notifications, results, publications, e-content, and other important information can reach teachers, students, institutions, and the wider education community.

He has also contributed as a developer to e-LOTS (e-Library of Teachers and Students) of the Bihar Education Project Council, another technology-driven initiative supporting access to digital educational resources.

Alongside his professional career, Shivendra has remained closely connected with education through Teachers of Bihar. As part of its technical leadership, he has contributed to developing and strengthening the organisation’s digital ecosystem, including its websites, educational platforms, e-magazines, online activities, digital resources, and several technology-driven initiatives for teachers and students.

His approach to technology is simple: understand the need, find a practical solution, and make it useful for the people it is meant to serve. He continues to explore new technologies and looks for meaningful ways to apply them in education, community initiatives, and real-world problem solving.

Shivendra strongly values teamwork and believes that meaningful work is rarely the achievement of one individual. Rather than seeking recognition, he prefers contributing behind the scenes—supporting teams, solving technical challenges, and helping ideas take shape through technology.

His association with Teachers of Bihar reflects this philosophy: using his professional skills to support an educational community and helping build a stronger digital platform where the creativity, innovation, experiences, and good work of Bihar’s teachers can reach a wider audience.

For Shivendra, technology is not just a profession; it is a way to contribute, connect, solve problems, and create something useful for others.

I am Shiv Kumar — first and foremost, a teacher.

After more than 26 years in the education sector, I have learned that a teacher’s journey is never about reaching a destination; it is about continuously learning, sharing, creating and helping others grow.

I do not see myself as the founder or leader of Teachers of Bihar – The Change Makers. I see myself as one of the smallest members of this beautiful family—a family created by teachers, strengthened by teachers and dedicated to teachers.

My journey with Teachers of Bihar began with a simple belief: every teacher has something valuable to share, and every teacher has something new to learn. What started as an idea has gradually grown into a vibrant Professional Learning Community where educators connect, collaborate, share innovations and celebrate one another.

I am deeply passionate about ICT, educational technology and digital learning. I enjoy exploring new technologies and finding meaningful ways to bring them into education. At the same time, I have an equally special place in my heart for music and singing. For me, technology stimulates the mind, while music touches the heart.

Over the years, I have had the privilege of serving education in different capacities—as a National Resource Person with NCERT, Resource Person with NIEPA, State Resource Person and trainer with SCERT Bihar and Bihar Education Project Council, and Resource Person associated with BSDMA’s Safe Saturday initiative. I have also had opportunities to collaborate with organisations including UNICEF, UNESCO, NIDM and educational institutions on different educational and developmental initiatives.

I have contributed to teacher training, curriculum and module development, ICT-based learning, Art Integrated Learning, OER, educational films, digital resources and professional learning initiatives.

But beyond all these roles and recognitions, “Teacher” remains the identity closest to my heart.

I believe in three simple things:

Learn. Share. Inspire.

Learn something new every day.

Share whatever can help another teacher.

And inspire others through your work, however small it may seem.

I love photography, videography, travelling, singing and exploring technology. I enjoy documenting the unseen stories of teachers and schools because I believe that behind every good school, there are many unsung heroes whose stories deserve to be heard.

My journey has never been about doing everything myself. It has always been about bringing people together, creating possibilities and making good work visible.

> “I may be one of the smallest members of the Teachers of Bihar family, but I feel immensely proud to walk alongside thousands of teachers who are quietly changing classrooms, schools and lives every day.”

26+ years in education.

A teacher at heart.

A lifelong learner.

An ICT enthusiast.

A singer.

A photographer.

A storyteller.

And, above all, a proud member of the Teachers of Bihar family.

— Shiv Kumar

Graduate Teacher | Educator | ICT Enthusiast | Resource Person | Teacher-Learner

Shivendra Prakash Suman is an experienced IT professional and software architect with over a decade of experience in software development, web technologies, application architecture, and digital solutions. Originally from Muzaffarpur, Bihar, he believes that technology becomes truly meaningful when it goes beyond solving technical problems and contributes to creating a positive impact in society.

Over the years, Shivendra has worked in different technical roles involving software development, web application development, system architecture, database-driven applications, and the implementation and management of large-scale digital platforms. His professional journey has given him the opportunity to work with both private-sector organisations and important educational initiatives in Bihar.

One of the significant parts of his professional journey has been his association with the State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT), Bihar, where he worked as a Software Developer and contributed to the development of its official digital platform. He is the developer of the SCERT Bihar website, helping establish a digital platform through which educational resources, notifications, results, publications, e-content, and other important information can reach teachers, students, institutions, and the wider education community.

He has also contributed as a developer to e-LOTS (e-Library of Teachers and Students) of the Bihar Education Project Council, another technology-driven initiative supporting access to digital educational resources.

Alongside his professional career, Shivendra has remained closely connected with education through Teachers of Bihar. As part of its technical leadership, he has contributed to developing and strengthening the organisation’s digital ecosystem, including its websites, educational platforms, e-magazines, online activities, digital resources, and several technology-driven initiatives for teachers and students.

His approach to technology is simple: understand the need, find a practical solution, and make it useful for the people it is meant to serve. He continues to explore new technologies and looks for meaningful ways to apply them in education, community initiatives, and real-world problem solving.

Shivendra strongly values teamwork and believes that meaningful work is rarely the achievement of one individual. Rather than seeking recognition, he prefers contributing behind the scenes—supporting teams, solving technical challenges, and helping ideas take shape through technology.

His association with Teachers of Bihar reflects this philosophy: using his professional skills to support an educational community and helping build a stronger digital platform where the creativity, innovation, experiences, and good work of Bihar’s teachers can reach a wider audience.

For Shivendra, technology is not just a profession; it is a way to contribute, connect, solve problems, and create something useful for others.

मैं केशव कुमार, प्राथमिक विद्यालय मोहनपुर उर्दू, मुरौल, मुजफ्फरपुर, बिहार में प्रधान शिक्षक हूँ। मेरी शिक्षकीय यात्रा इस विश्वास पर आधारित है कि प्रत्येक बच्चे को उसकी सामाजिक एवं आर्थिक पृष्ठभूमि से परे भयमुक्त, समावेशी, आनंददायक एवं गुणवत्तापूर्ण शिक्षण वातावरण मिलना चाहिए।

मैंने बुनियादी साक्षरता एवं संख्याज्ञान (FLN), दक्षताआधारित शिक्षण, प्रोजेक्ट आधारित अधिगम (PBL), गतिविधि आधारित एवं अनुभवात्मक शिक्षण, ICT तथा कम लागत वाली शिक्षण-अधिगम सामग्री (TLM) के प्रभावी उपयोग पर विशेष रूप से कार्य किया है। स्मार्ट टीवी, प्रोजेक्टर, टैबलेट, डिजिटल कंटेंट एवं स्थानीय संसाधनों को शिक्षण प्रक्रिया से जोड़कर कक्षा को अधिक रोचक एवं सहभागितापूर्ण बनाने का प्रयास किया।

विद्यालय में बाल संसद, मीना मंच, योग, खेलकूद, बैगलेस शनिवार, सुरक्षित शनिवार, सांस्कृतिक गतिविधियाँ, शिक्षक-अभिभावक सहभागिता, स्वास्थ्य एवं पोषण कार्यक्रम तथा सामाजिक जागरूकता अभियानों के माध्यम से विद्यार्थियों के सर्वांगीण विकास पर कार्य किया। समुदाय एवं विभिन्न संस्थाओं के सहयोग से पुस्तकालय, स्वच्छ पेयजल, स्वच्छता, खेल एवं डिजिटल शिक्षण सुविधाओं को सुदृढ़ किया। पूर्व विद्यालय अर्थात राजकीय बुनियादी विद्यालय बखरी, मुरौल, मुजफ्फरपुर में कार्यकाल के दौरान 1000 से अधिक विद्यार्थियों के नामांकन में सक्रिय योगदान दिया तथा विद्यार्थियों ने NMMSS सहित विभिन्न शैक्षणिक, खेल एवं सांस्कृतिक प्रतियोगिताओं में उल्लेखनीय उपलब्धियाँ प्राप्त कीं।

मेरे सेवाकाल में वर्ष 2021 एवं 2024 में जिला शिक्षक पुरस्कार तथा वर्ष 2026 में राजकीय शिक्षक पुरस्कार से सम्मानित किया गया। ये सम्मान मेरे लिए शिक्षण, नवाचार, नेतृत्व एवं विद्यालय विकास के प्रति निरंतर प्रतिबद्धता की प्रेरणा हैं।

विद्यालय से आगे प्रखंड, जिला एवं राज्य स्तर पर Resource Person, District Resource Person एवं Master Trainer के रूप में शिक्षक क्षमता निर्माण में योगदान दिया। FLN, चहक, जीवन कौशल, PBL, विद्यालय सुरक्षा, साइबर सुरक्षा एवं अन्य शैक्षणिक कार्यक्रमों में प्रशिक्षण एवं मार्गदर्शन प्रदान किया। जिला स्तर पर DIKSHA के माध्यम से 1,386 प्रारंभिक विद्यालयों में साक्ष्य-आधारित Micro Improvement Projects के क्रियान्वयन में नेतृत्वकारी भूमिका निभाई।

राज्य स्तर पर Holistic Progress Card, Item Bank, FLN Toolkit, पाठ्यपुस्तक समीक्षा, विद्यालय सुरक्षा सामग्री तथा अन्य शैक्षणिक पहलों से संबंधित कार्यशालाओं में योगदान दिया। PM eVIDYA के लिए शैक्षणिक ई-कंटेंट निर्माण तथा Teachers of Bihar के माध्यम से शिक्षक व्यावसायिक अधिगम को बढ़ावा देने में सक्रिय भूमिका निभाई।

राष्ट्रीय स्तर पर PM eVIDYA के लिए ई-कंटेंट निर्माण, Cyber Safety and Security में शिक्षक क्षमता निर्माण तथा NCSL-NIEPA के माध्यम से विद्यालयी नेतृत्व एवं नवाचारों की प्रस्तुति का अवसर प्राप्त हुआ। मेरे विद्यालय का कार्य Aga Khan Foundation के वैश्विक School 2030 कार्यक्रम से भी जुड़ा, जिसके माध्यम से विद्यालय के नवाचारों को अंतरराष्ट्रीय स्तर तक पहचान मिली।

मेरी प्रमुख व्यावसायिक रुचियों में शैक्षणिक नेतृत्व, शिक्षक व्यावसायिक विकास, FLN, डिजिटल शिक्षा, नवाचारी शिक्षण, विद्यालय-समुदाय सहभागिता, पर्यावरण शिक्षा, विद्यार्थी नेतृत्व तथा शैक्षणिक नवाचारों का दस्तावेजीकरण शामिल है।

मेरे लिए शिक्षण केवल एक पेशा नहीं, बल्कि बच्चों को सशक्त बनाने, शिक्षकों को आगे बढ़ाने और समाज के प्रति सार्थक योगदान देने का माध्यम है। मैं निरंतर सीखने, प्रयोग करने, सहयोग करने और अपने अनुभवों को व्यापक शिक्षक समुदाय के साथ साझा करने का प्रयास करता हूँ, ताकि सरकारी विद्यालयी शिक्षा अधिक समावेशी, नवाचारी, तकनीक-सक्षम एवं बाल-केंद्रित बन सके।

I am Shiv Kumar — first and foremost, a teacher.

After more than 26 years in the education sector, I have learned that a teacher’s journey is never about reaching a destination; it is about continuously learning, sharing, creating and helping others grow.

I do not see myself as the founder or leader of Teachers of Bihar – The Change Makers. I see myself as one of the smallest members of this beautiful family—a family created by teachers, strengthened by teachers and dedicated to teachers.

My journey with Teachers of Bihar began with a simple belief: every teacher has something valuable to share, and every teacher has something new to learn. What started as an idea has gradually grown into a vibrant Professional Learning Community where educators connect, collaborate, share innovations and celebrate one another.

I am deeply passionate about ICT, educational technology and digital learning. I enjoy exploring new technologies and finding meaningful ways to bring them into education. At the same time, I have an equally special place in my heart for music and singing. For me, technology stimulates the mind, while music touches the heart.

Over the years, I have had the privilege of serving education in different capacities—as a National Resource Person with NCERT, Resource Person with NIEPA, State Resource Person and trainer with SCERT Bihar and Bihar Education Project Council, and Resource Person associated with BSDMA’s Safe Saturday initiative. I have also had opportunities to collaborate with organisations including UNICEF, UNESCO, NIDM and educational institutions on different educational and developmental initiatives.

I have contributed to teacher training, curriculum and module development, ICT-based learning, Art Integrated Learning, OER, educational films, digital resources and professional learning initiatives.

But beyond all these roles and recognitions, “Teacher” remains the identity closest to my heart.

I believe in three simple things:

Learn. Share. Inspire.

Learn something new every day.

Share whatever can help another teacher.

And inspire others through your work, however small it may seem.

I love photography, videography, travelling, singing and exploring technology. I enjoy documenting the unseen stories of teachers and schools because I believe that behind every good school, there are many unsung heroes whose stories deserve to be heard.

My journey has never been about doing everything myself. It has always been about bringing people together, creating possibilities and making good work visible.

> “I may be one of the smallest members of the Teachers of Bihar family, but I feel immensely proud to walk alongside thousands of teachers who are quietly changing classrooms, schools and lives every day.”

26+ years in education.

A teacher at heart.

A lifelong learner.

An ICT enthusiast.

A singer.

A photographer.

A storyteller.

And, above all, a proud member of the Teachers of Bihar family.

— Shiv Kumar

Graduate Teacher | Educator | ICT Enthusiast | Resource Person | Teacher-Learner

Shivendra Prakash Suman is an experienced IT professional and software architect with over a decade of experience in software development, web technologies, application architecture, and digital solutions. Originally from Muzaffarpur, Bihar, he believes that technology becomes truly meaningful when it goes beyond solving technical problems and contributes to creating a positive impact in society.

Over the years, Shivendra has worked in different technical roles involving software development, web application development, system architecture, database-driven applications, and the implementation and management of large-scale digital platforms. His professional journey has given him the opportunity to work with both private-sector organisations and important educational initiatives in Bihar.

One of the significant parts of his professional journey has been his association with the State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT), Bihar, where he worked as a Software Developer and contributed to the development of its official digital platform. He is the developer of the SCERT Bihar website, helping establish a digital platform through which educational resources, notifications, results, publications, e-content, and other important information can reach teachers, students, institutions, and the wider education community.

He has also contributed as a developer to e-LOTS (e-Library of Teachers and Students) of the Bihar Education Project Council, another technology-driven initiative supporting access to digital educational resources.

Alongside his professional career, Shivendra has remained closely connected with education through Teachers of Bihar. As part of its technical leadership, he has contributed to developing and strengthening the organisation’s digital ecosystem, including its websites, educational platforms, e-magazines, online activities, digital resources, and several technology-driven initiatives for teachers and students.

His approach to technology is simple: understand the need, find a practical solution, and make it useful for the people it is meant to serve. He continues to explore new technologies and looks for meaningful ways to apply them in education, community initiatives, and real-world problem solving.

Shivendra strongly values teamwork and believes that meaningful work is rarely the achievement of one individual. Rather than seeking recognition, he prefers contributing behind the scenes—supporting teams, solving technical challenges, and helping ideas take shape through technology.

His association with Teachers of Bihar reflects this philosophy: using his professional skills to support an educational community and helping build a stronger digital platform where the creativity, innovation, experiences, and good work of Bihar’s teachers can reach a wider audience.

For Shivendra, technology is not just a profession; it is a way to contribute, connect, solve problems, and create something useful for others.

I am a dedicated and innovative Science and Mathematics Teacher with experience in teaching students of the middle-school level. I integrate Project-Based Learning (PBL), activity-based learning, experiments, Teaching-Learning Materials (TLM), and real-life applications into my teaching to make learning engaging, meaningful, and student-centred.

I believe that effective education goes beyond completing the syllabus. I encourage students to explore, question, participate, collaborate, and connect classroom learning with their everyday experiences. I am also passionate about educational technology, digital content creation, teacher training, and the development of innovative learning resources.

Alongside classroom teaching, I actively contribute to educational initiatives, module development, professional development programmes, and teacher-support activities at school, block, district, and state levels.

WORK EXPERIENCE

R.U.M.S. DUDHAHA

Teacher | 2024 – Present

• Teaching Science and Mathematics at the middle-school level.

• Implementing Project-Based Learning and activity-based teaching.

• Developing innovative classroom activities and Teaching-Learning Materials.

• Encouraging student participation, curiosity, and experiential learning.

U.M.S. MAHAMUDPUR

Teacher | Nov 2023 – Feb 2024

U.M.S. DHEBAR

Teacher | Feb 2022 – Nov 2023

MODULE DEVELOPMENT & CONTENT DEVELOPMENT

• Contributed to the development of Bagless Safe Saturday Initiatives for the Government of Bihar.

• Contributed to the development of the VSS Training Module for BEPC, Bihar.

• Contributed to the development of educational magazines and learning resources for NIPUN Balamanch and Teachers of Bihar.

• Involved in the development of courses and learning resources for Dronavidya.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & WORKSHOPS

• Role of Museum in School Education – CCRT, New Delhi

• Capacity Building Programme – Regional Institute of Education (RIE), Bhubaneswar

• Script Screen – 5-Day Online Course – NCERT

• Participated in professional development and capacity-building programmes related to Science, Mathematics, Project-Based Learning and School Education.

• Participated in educational programmes and initiatives organised by SCERT Bihar, BEPC and the Department of Education, Government of Bihar.

• VSS Training Programme – District-Level Trainer

• INSPIRE Awards – Master Trainer at Block Level

• Project-Based Learning (PBL) – Block-Level Trainer

EDUCATIONAL INITIATIVES & EXTRA ACTIVITIES

• Developed courses for Dronavidya.

• Contributed to the e-Lots website initiative of the Government of Bihar.

• Actively participated in the Education Department Pavilion during Bihar Diwas 2025 on behalf of SCERT Bihar.

• Actively participated as a core team member of BEPC during Bihar Diwas 2026.

• Volunteered in the development of a free educational website for Teachers of Bihar.

• Contributed to educational publications, magazines, quizzes, digital resources, and teacher-support initiatives.

• Actively involved in educational and technology-based initiatives for teachers and students.

TRAINING & LEADERSHIP ROLES

• District-Level Trainer – VSS Training

• Master Trainer – INSPIRE Award

• Block-Level Trainer – Project-Based Learning (PBL)

• Resource person/contributor for educational module development.

• Contributor to teacher development and educational initiatives.

DIGITAL & PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

• Project-Based Learning (PBL)

• Activity-Based Learning

• Module Development

• Teacher Training

• Digital Learning Resources

• Google Workspace & Google Forms

• Canva & Educational Design

• Online Course Development

• Quiz and Learning Material Development

• Team Coordination & Collaboration

Innovative Teaching | Content Development | Teacher Training | Project-Based Learning | Digital Education | Educational Technology | Team Collaboration | Continuous Professional Learning