Dr Satheesh Kumar J

• Position: Principal
• Experience: 10 years
• Institution: College of Teacher Education Nedumkandam (CTE)

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Academic Qualification:

Dr. Satheesh Kumar J., is an accomplished academic leader, seasoned administrator, and distinguished scholar in the field of Education. With an illustrious professional journey spanning more than three decades, he brings together academic excellence, international exposure, visionary leadership, and deep commitment to teacher education.

Ph.D. in Education – Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam – 2024
NET in Education – UGC – 2012
M.A. in Sociology – Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam – 2000
M.Ed. in Educational Technology– University of Kerala, Thiruvnanthapuram – 1993
B.Ed.in Physical Science- University of Kerala, Thiruvnanthapuram – 1991

This interdisciplinary academic background—spanning Education, Sociology, Science, and Technology—gives him a rare integrative perspective on teacher education and institutional leadership.

FIP – 21 June- 26 June 2021-Academic Staff College, Amity University – 6 days

Professional Experience
Teaching Experience – 10 Years

Dr. Satheesh Kumar J has a decade of formal teaching experience at high school, undergraduate, and postgraduate levels, both in India and abroad. He was the Lecturer in General Education of the Mahatmagandhi University College of Teacher Education, Kudamaloor Kottayam. His international academic engagement includes serving as Assistant Professor in the Department of Educational Leadership and Management at Haramaya University, Ethiopia, and as Lecturer at the Eritrea Institute of Technology, Eritrea. In these roles, he taught courses in Educational Management, Curriculum and Instruction, Sociology of Education, Educational Technology, Measurement and Evaluation, and Pedagogical Sciences. He guided more than twenty Master’s theses and actively contributed to curriculum design for postgraduate programmes. His global exposure has enriched his understanding of multicultural educational systems, competency-based assessment, and quality assurance in higher education.

Administrative Experience – 21 Years

Parallel to his teaching career, Dr. Satheesh Kumar J built an exceptional administrative profile with over 21 years of service in higher education governance. He served Mahatma Gandhi University in various capacities, including Section Officer and later Administrative Officer at the School of Pedagogical Sciences. In these roles, he assisted the Pro-Vice Chancellor, the Registrar and Heads of Departments in academic administration, financial governance, examination management, and statutory compliance, including NCTE norms. His administrative acumen combines procedural expertise, regulatory knowledge, and human resource coordination.

Professional Affiliations

Beyond academics, Dr. Satheesh Kumar remains deeply engaged in professional and social forums. He is a Life Member of the Council for Teacher Education (CTE), All India Association for Educational Research (AIAER), All India Council for Mass Education & Development (AICMED), and Human Resource & Skill Development Forum (HR & SDF). He currently serves as Idukki District Coordinator of HR & SDF and as District Coordinator of the Council for Teacher Education Forum for Idukki and Kottayam. He also contributes as a content writer and editor for Sociology Self Learning Materials at Sreenarayana Guru Open University, Kerala. His recent engagement as Skill Trainer under the PMKVY scheme at the Community Skill Park, Pampady, reflects his commitment to bridging higher education and skill development initiatives. He is an active Club member of of the renowned Senior Chamber International, Nedumkandam Legion.

Publications


A prolific researcher and writer, Dr. Satheesh Kumar has made substantial contributions to educational scholarship. His publications span peer-reviewed journals, edited volumes, and international conference proceedings. His research interests include professional ethics education, self-esteem among prospective teachers, instructional supervision, environmental values, competency-based assessment, and mother tongue as medium of instruction. His works have appeared in reputed journals and edited books, contributing to discourse on quality education, teacher empowerment, and educational leadership. He has presented research papers at national and international seminars, including ICSSR-sponsored conferences, and has participated in numerous academic meets.


Peer Reviewed Journals

1. Kumar J, S. (2007). Teacher evaluation in higher education: a multi perspective approach. Horizon, 3(4), 4. (Review Paper). ISSN: 1994-5566
2. Kumar J, S., & John, S. (2007). How to make your lectures effective. Horizon, 3(28), 6. (Review Paper). ISSN: 1994-5566
3. Kumar J, S. (2011). Learning style based instruction and evaluation. Edutracks, 10(10), 3-10. (Review Paper). ISSN: 0972-9844
4. Kumar J, S., & Habtemariam, R. (2010). Learning with multimedia: a constructive cooperative approach in education. Edutracks, 9(8), 15-18. (Review Paper). ISSN: 0972-9844
5. Kumar J, S., & Germew, E. (2014). Attitude towards competency based assessment in Ethiopia: the case of Eastern Haraghe TVET graduates, trainers and assessors. Ethiopian International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research, 2(1), 1-6. (Research Paper). ISSN: 2349-5715
6. Kumar, J. S. (2015). An approach to professional ethics education for pre service teachers. Educational Quest- An International Journal of Education and Applied Social Sciences, 6(1), 61. https://doi.org/10.5958/2230-7311.2015.00010.0 . UGC CARE (Review Paper)
7. Kumar J, S. (2019). Sociological, political and economic benefit of mother tongue as medium of instruction: the case of Shinasa ethnic community in Ethiopia. Pedagogics, 15 &16 (1), 22-28. (Research Paper). ISSN: 2229-7618
8. Kumar J, S., & Jaise, J. (2024). Self esteem among prospective teachers of different socio-economic status in Kerala. Journal of Educational & Psychological Research, 14(1), 25-32. (Research Paper). ISSN: 2230-9586

Chapters in Edited Books

1. Kumar J, S., & Amenu, T. (2015). Practices and challenges of mentoring newly recruited secondary school teachers in Ethiopia. In M. R. Panigrahi (Ed.), Educational leadership and management (pp. 251-275). Renu Publishers. ISBN: 978-81-930379. (Research Paper)
2. Kumar J, S. (2015). Improving quality of education by enhancing teacher quality: The role of instructional supervision. In M. R. Panigrahi (Ed.), Educational leadership and management (pp. 169-190). Renu Publishers. ISBN: 978-81-930379. (Research Paper)
3. Kumar J, S. (2015). Strategic plan development and its implementation in preparatory schools of Ethiopia. In M. R. Panigrahi (Ed.), Educational leadership and management (pp. 311-338). Renu Publishers. ISBN: 978-81-930379. (Research Paper)
4. Kumar J, S., & Jaise, J. (2023). Environmental values: A strategy to promote pro-environmental behaviour. In K. L. Sreekala (Ed.), Perpetual throne of verdant woods: The eternal beauty of nature (pp. 269-272). Media House Delhi. ISBN: 978-93-94507-43-2. (Review Paper)
5. Kumar J, S., Vengal, A. J., & Jaya, J. (n.d.). Peace education: A tool for coexistence, reconciliation and peace building. In U. Renjini & G. J. Vitus (Eds.), Peace education (pp. 208-232). Confidence Publishers. ISBN: 978-93-93306-17-3. (Review Paper)

Proceedings
1. Kumar J, S. (2008). Motivating and de-motivating factors of secondary school teachers in zoba Maekel. In A. Kifleyesus (Ed.), Improving Quality of Education by Focusing on Teachers in Eritrea (pp. 115-142). MOE-EIT-UNESCO. (Research Paper)
2. Kumar J, S. (2010). Improving quality of education through the performance of Eritrean secondary school teachers. In A. Kifleyesus (Ed.), Improving Quality of Education by Focusing on Education Policy and Management (pp. 60-74). MOE-EIT-UNESCO. (Research Paper)
3. Senbate, H. C., Kumar J, S., & Abeba, L. (2015). Community participation in the management of secondary schools of Oromia special zone surrounding Finfinne, Ethiopia. In E. V. Kumar, Remadevi, T. K. Premakumari, B. V. Sajeevbabu, A. Juseena, N. M. S Raj, C. R. Aruna, & N. Nesan (Eds.), International Conference on Educational Management and Administration with a focus on Managing Quality in Education towards a Knowledge Society (pp. 109-114). SIEMAT-KERALA, Govt. of Kerala. ISBN: 978-93-5254-143-0. (Research Paper)
4. Kumar J, S. (2023). Self-esteem of prospective teachers in Kerala. In Department of Printing & Publishing M G University (Ed.), ICSSR Sponsored National Seminar on Youth @75; Way Forward-Role of Teachers (pp. 119-131). Department of Printing & Publishing, M G University. ISBN: 978-93-80419-72-5. (Research Paper)