About Indira Joell

Indira is a multi-faceted educator with a strong background in both music and psychology. Holding a Master of Arts in Teaching from Relay Graduate School of Education, with an impressive GPA of 3.95, Indira brings both academic rigor and practical expertise to the classroom. Additionally, a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology and Music from Ursinus College, where Indira graduated magna cum laude, adds depth to her teaching methods.

Teaching Experience:

• Most recently, Indira served as a Piano Teacher at Maplewood Music Studio in Philadelphia, creating personalized weekly lesson plans for students aged 5-16.
• Indira has been integral in preparing students for Jazz Band auditions, Orchestra features, and annual recitals.
• Prior to this, Indira acted as a Student Consultant at Ursinus College’s Teaching & Learning Institute, observing and critiquing pedagogical methods in undergraduate classroom settings.
• Indira also taught music to preschool students, designing weekly lesson plans at the Children’s Schoolhouse of Collegeville.

Performance Experience:

• While at Ursinus College, Indira was elected as the Music Director for the college's acapella group, showcasing both leadership and musical talents.

Educational Background:

• Master of Arts in Teaching, Relay Graduate School of Education, Wilmington, DE. GPA: 3.95
• Bachelor of Science, magna cum laude, in Psychology and Music with a Minor in Education, Ursinus College, Collegeville, PA. GPA: 3.82

Research:

• Indira has engaged in extensive research, exploring topics like early childhood traumatic grief and its impact on adulthood, and even delved into adolescents' attitudes towards clinical trials during a summer program at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.

Awards:

• Inducted into multiple honor societies such as Phi Beta Kappa and Psi Chi International Honor Society in Psychology.
• Awarded the Sumner and Mary French Music Prize for contributions to the Ursinus music program, among other honors.

On a personal note, Indira is an avid reader and baking enthusiast, with a deep passion for musical theater and piano performance.