Teach Executive and Leadership Team

Shaheen Mistri, the Founder & Chief Executive Officer at Teach, architects the organization's overarching strategy and vision for achieving educational equity across India. Overseeing the core Fellowship program, Mistri drives the recruitment and development of talented individuals placed as full-time teachers in under-resourced classrooms. This leadership role involves fostering a network of alumni committed to long-term systemic change within the education sector. By focusing on transforming the lives of children from low-income backgrounds, Shaheen Mistri directly impacts the organization's mission to create an India free of poverty, filled with love, and equipped with an excellent education for every child. The Founder & Chief Executive Officer ensures alignment with the goal of directly impacting 1 in 10 children from these communities, solidifying the organization's market position in the charitable sector.

Francis Vidhayathil, the Chief Financial Officer, Virtual at Teach, directs all financial operations and fiscal strategy for the organization. Overseeing budgeting, financial planning, and resource allocation, Vidhayathil ensures the sustainable funding necessary to support Teach For India's mission. This critical role involves managing financial compliance and reporting, providing transparent insights into the organization's economic health to stakeholders and donors. By optimizing financial resources, Francis Vidhayathil directly supports the expansion of the Fellowship program and its reach into under-resourced communities. The Chief Financial Officer, Virtual safeguards the organization's financial integrity, enabling the continued direct impact on students and the pursuit of educational equity across India.

Akshita Nigam, the President at Teach, spearheads key operational initiatives and strategic partnerships to advance educational equity. Overseeing specific program verticals, Nigam ensures the effective implementation of the Fellowship program and supports the development of alumni leaders. This leadership position involves driving engagement with community stakeholders and fostering collaborations that amplify the organization's impact. By focusing on scalable solutions, Akshita Nigam directly contributes to transforming the lives of children from low-income backgrounds. The President plays a vital role in strengthening the organization's presence and effectiveness in its mission to provide excellent education for every child in India.

Dhanishtha Hasabe, the President at Teach, drives strategic growth and operational excellence across key program areas. Overseeing the expansion of the Fellowship's reach, Hasabe ensures that talented individuals are effectively placed in under-resourced classrooms, directly impacting student learning outcomes. This role involves cultivating relationships with educational institutions and community leaders to enhance the organization's systemic change efforts. By focusing on program scalability and impact measurement, Dhanishtha Hasabe directly contributes to the vision of an India free of poverty through excellent education. The President is instrumental in building a robust network of alumni dedicated to long-term educational reform.

Tinu Thomas, the President at Teach, leads critical initiatives focused on stakeholder engagement and program impact. Overseeing the development and execution of strategies that deepen the organization's connection with communities, Thomas ensures the Fellowship program effectively addresses educational disparities. This leadership function involves fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the operational framework. By championing the organization's core values, Tinu Thomas directly supports the transformation of lives for children from low-income backgrounds. The President is key to amplifying the message of educational equity and driving the movement towards a future where every child receives an excellent education.