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Jessica Helen Corraya

জেসিকা হেলেন কোড়াইয়া

Curriculum Specialist

jessica.helen@bracu.ac.bd

Brief Bio:

Jessica Helen Corraya is a professional with extensive experience in early childhood development, curriculum design, and community-based childcare initiatives, responsive caregiving, and designing and advocating for Early childhood models for marginalized communities in Bangladesh. She currently serves as a Curriculum Specialist at the BRAC Institute of Educational Development, BRAC University. Her work focuses on developing inclusive curricula and training modules for community-driven childcare programs, and fostering relationships with key stakeholders. Jessica is also a faculty member, contributing to the M.Sc. in Early Childhood Development and M.Ed. programs, where she facilitates courses and mentors future educators. Her commitment to advancing the field of education is reflected in her active involvement in strategic planning, research, and advocacy efforts. Jessica aspires to promote innovative and inclusive practices that address the diverse challenges of educational contexts, creating transformative learning environments for marginalized communities.

Areas of Specialization

Early Literacy, Play-Based Learning & Socio-Emotional Development,Community based childcare, Inclusion, Community Engagement

Research Interests

Play based pedagogy, Early Childhood Development, Inclusion

Publications

    Conferences/Workshops
    • 1st Developmental Play Conference, Kaleidoscope Therapy and Learning Center: in Manila, Philippines (April 2019)

    • OMEP 76th World Conference: Right from the Start for ECCE in Thailand,(July 2024)

    • 2024 Asia-Pacific Care Forum:Transforming Care: Building Alliances, Empowering Women, Reshaping Economies in Thailand (October 2024)