Teach Executive and Leadership Team

Shaheen Mistri, the Founder & Chief Executive Officer at Teach, architects the organization's overarching strategy and vision for educational equity across India. Overseeing the core mission, Mistri drives initiatives to place talented individuals as full-time teachers in under-resourced classrooms, directly impacting the lives of students from low-income communities. This leadership role involves fostering a network of alumni committed to systemic change within the education sector. By championing the organization's commitment to building leaders, Shaheen Mistri ensures Teach For India's continued progress toward its goal of transforming the lives of 1 in 10 children from low-income backgrounds. The Founder & Chief Executive Officer's focus remains on creating an India free of poverty, filled with love, and equipped with an excellent education for every child, solidifying the organization's market impact and long-term sustainability.

Francis Vidhayathil, the Chief Financial Officer, Virtual at Teach, directs all financial operations and fiscal strategy for the organization. Overseeing budget allocation and resource management, Vidhayathil ensures the efficient deployment of funds to support Teach For India's mission of achieving educational equity. This critical role involves developing financial models that sustain the Fellowship program and support the alumni network's growth. By maintaining robust financial controls and reporting, Francis Vidhayathil guarantees transparency and accountability across all operations. The Chief Financial Officer, Virtual's leadership ensures the organization's financial health, enabling its direct impact on over 33,500 students and its ambitious vision to transform the lives of children from low-income backgrounds across India.

Dhanishtha Hasabe, the President at Teach, spearheads key operational initiatives and strategic partnerships that advance the organization's educational equity goals. Overseeing program implementation and expansion, Hasabe ensures the effective delivery of the Fellowship program to under-resourced classrooms across India. This leadership position involves cultivating relationships with stakeholders and driving the organization's impact on students from low-income communities. By championing the development of future leaders within the education sector, Dhanishtha Hasabe contributes significantly to Teach For India's vision of systemic change. The President's focus on operational excellence supports the transformation of lives and the pursuit of an India where every child receives an excellent education.

Tinu Thomas, the President at Teach, drives critical aspects of organizational development and alumni engagement, reinforcing Teach For India's commitment to educational equity. Overseeing the cultivation of a strong alumni network, Thomas ensures continued impact on the education system long after the Fellowship concludes. This vital role involves fostering leadership development and empowering alumni to become agents of change in communities across India. By focusing on sustainable growth and community integration, Tinu Thomas supports the organization's mission to reach children from low-income backgrounds. The President's strategic direction enhances Teach For India's capacity to achieve its vision of an India free of poverty, equipped with excellent education for all.