Teach Executive and Leadership Team

Shaheen Mistri, the Founder & Chief Executive Officer at Teach, directs the overarching vision for educational equity across the nation. By architecting the movement to place fellows in under-resourced classrooms, Mistri ensures the organization reaches children in low-income communities effectively. The Founder & Chief Executive Officer manages high-level partnerships with stakeholders to sustain the fellowship program and expand the alumni network. Through constant engagement with the board, Mistri aligns operational goals with the mission of creating an India free of poverty. This leadership role involves scaling the impact to reach one in ten children from low-income backgrounds. By fostering a culture of excellence and love, Shaheen Mistri catalyzes systemic change within the education sector. Ultimately, Mistri secures the long-term viability of the movement by championing the necessity of quality education for every child.

Francis Vidhayathil, the Chief Financial Officer, Virtual at Teach, manages the fiscal health and resource allocation required to support the fellowship program. Overseeing the financial infrastructure, the Chief Financial Officer, Virtual ensures that funds reach under-resourced classrooms with maximum efficiency. This role involves rigorous budget planning and financial reporting to maintain transparency for donors and partners. By optimizing the allocation of capital, Vidhayathil supports the expansion of the movement across diverse Indian regions. The Chief Financial Officer, Virtual collaborates with the executive team to align financial strategies with the goal of transforming educational outcomes for low-income students. Through meticulous oversight of the organization's assets, Francis Vidhayathil guarantees the sustainability of the fellowship model. Ultimately, Vidhayathil provides the economic foundation necessary for the organization to achieve its vision of educational equity.

Dhanishtha Hasabe, the President at Teach, directs the operational execution of the fellowship program to ensure high-quality classroom instruction. Overseeing the recruitment and training of fellows, the President ensures that every participant possesses the skills to impact students in under-resourced environments. This leadership role involves managing regional operations to maintain consistent standards across the country. By coordinating with the alumni network, Hasabe drives the long-term influence of the movement on the broader education system. The President works closely with the executive team to refine the fellowship model and increase the reach of the organization. Through strategic management of daily operations, Dhanishtha Hasabe supports the mission of providing an excellent education to every child. Ultimately, Hasabe strengthens the organizational capacity to deliver measurable improvements in student learning outcomes and community engagement.

Tinu Thomas, the President at Teach, architects the strategic initiatives focused on systemic change and policy advocacy within the education sector. Overseeing the development of partnerships with government bodies and educational institutions, the President ensures the movement influences policy to benefit children from low-income backgrounds. This role involves analyzing educational data to identify gaps and opportunities for scaling the impact of the fellowship program. By leading cross-functional teams, Thomas drives the implementation of innovative teaching methodologies in classrooms. The President collaborates with the executive leadership to align organizational growth with the vision of an India equipped with excellent education. Through the management of external relations, Tinu Thomas expands the influence of the movement across national markets. Ultimately, Thomas secures the necessary support to transform the lives of thousands of students through sustainable educational reform.