Professional Development for Parents & Educators
1st Phase
I run hands-on workshops for parents and educators where you learn practical storytelling, puppet-making, and ways to spot and build kids’ strengths, not just theory.
Pricing Guide
The Puppet Lab Intensive Workshop
Core Training & Certification
- Duration: 5 Hours (typically 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM).
- Expertise: Led by Nishat, a Cambridge University certified trainer.
- Credential: Physical "Certificate of Participation" issued by Ultimate Education Support Center.
- Skills: Instruction on voice modulation, narrative pacing, and special needs adaptation.
Materials & Takeaways
- Puppet Construction: Participants build 10 different types of puppets (sock, stick, finger, glove, etc.) during the session.
- Provided Consumables: Host provides fabrics, papers, glues, and decorative elements (eyes, wool, sequins).
Logistics
- Venue: Offline at a designated South Bangalore center or Online via Zoom.
- Refreshments: Tea/coffee breaks included; lunch is self-arranged.
- Requirement: Participants must bring a basic tool kit (Scissors, Stapler, Black Marker).
Short Format Pedagogy Seminar
Session Details
- Duration: 1.5 to 2 Hours.
- Topics: Deep-dive into single subjects such as Howard Gardner's Multiple Intelligences, Kindergarten Readiness, or Positive Parenting.
- Format: Non-lecture style with interactive energizers, role-playing, and kinesthetic activities.
Resources
- Takeaways: Printed or digital cheat sheets summarizing developmental milestones.
- Q&A: Dedicated time for addressing specific behavioral challenges.
Setting
- Venue: Classroom-style seating in a partner preschool or community hall.
- Note: This is a knowledge-transfer session only; no physical craft kits are provided.
On-Site Institutional Staff Training
Group Specifics
- Capacity: Covers training for a batch of up to 15-20 teachers.
- Location: Trainer travels to the institution's campus (within Bangalore limits).
- Customization: Content tailored to specific age groups (e.g., Nursery rhymes) or focus areas (e.g., Special Needs engagement).
Operations
- Duration: 3 to 4 Hours (Half-day block).
- Materials: Trainer provides samples and templates; Institution provides bulk stationery based on a prior list.
Post-Training
- Certification: Digital E-Certificates provided for all attending staff.
- Roadmap: Includes an implementation guide for using skills in the upcoming academic term.
About Professional Development for Parents & Educators
Why I Do This
I’m Nishat, a storyteller and Cambridge-certified teacher trainer. My focus is on making learning feel easy and fun while helping parents and educators pick up real skills, not just theory. If you want to turn your little worriers into confident warriors, I’m here to help.
What My Workshops Offer
- Interactive, hands-on sessions—no boring lectures
- Two main tracks:
- The Puppet Lab (storytelling + puppet-making)
- Unlocking Your Child’s Potential (using multiple intelligences)
- Designed for parents, teachers, and anyone working with young kids, including those with special needs
Workshop Highlights
- The Puppet Lab:
- Make and take home 10 unique puppets
- Learn voice modulation and get better at holding kids’ attention
- Full-day, 5-hour format (online across India and in-person in Bangalore)
- Bring your own scissors, stapler, marker, and fabric glue—thoda messy hai, but worth it! (It gets a bit messy, but it's worth it!)
- Unlocking Your Child’s Potential:
- Short, punchy 1.5-2 hour session
- Activities to spot and nurture every child’s strengths
- Based on Howard Gardner’s theory, but very practical
Need-to-Know
- Over 15 years’ experience, University of Cambridge certified
- Prior registration is a must, since I prep materials for each person—last minute walk-ins or cancellations, sorry, not possible
- My aim: real skills to use at home or class, not just gyaan (theory)
If you want workshops that actually make a difference, I keep it real, interactive, and very hands-on.
Meet your Expert
Nishat
My Story
Hey there, we’re Ultimate Education Support Center. Storytelling’s our jam – not just for fun, but to help kids find their voice. Got certified by Cambridge, but honestly, the real magic is seeing a child light up during a story or when making clay Peppa Pig. We’re all about making learning playful, whether it’s puppets, farm trips, or just a quiet moment with a book. Join us, share your stories, and let’s watch little minds grow.
My Work
Workshops & Events – Online and Offline - We run sensory storytelling sessions, puppet making workshops, clay art, digital detox farm trips, and parent-child activities.
Kindergarten & Reading Readiness - Our programs prep kids for school, focusing on fun learning and customized kindergarten readiness folders.
Teacher & Parent Training - We train adults in puppet storytelling and multiple intelligences, making learning practical and insightful.
DIY Kits & Folders - Get our DIY art kits and readiness folders, packed with easy instructions for creative parent-child bonding.
