Role of Women in Nation Development (Book of Conference Proceedings of NIT Jamshedpur 2020) ISBN- 978-81-948050-4-5

Authors: Monika Tayade

Abstract: The following paper focuses on the contribution of women in the education sector. The paper highlights the efforts made by women entrepreneurs in the education sector. Working as a teacher or being a professional in the field of education is the most preferred career option sought by women. Anyhow, opting for a full day shift and also managing the household becomes a herculean task for most women. Women nowadays are not only working in various sectors as employees but are also leaving a mark when it comes to entrepreneurship. Being in the profession of ones liking and doing things way makes one feel happy and yields the best results. Women are more involved in the workforce following World War II. Paid employment of women has metamorphosed from traditional female-oriented jobs to all options that were previously in the so-called male-dominated arena. Women have made a mark in many fields such as the food industry, packaging, textile industry and even the educational sector. The food industry remains a favourite among women entrepreneurs. We have the classic example of ‘Lizzat Papad.’ When we think of school, we only imagine a lady teaching! At the Montessori level, only women are hired because they have the ability and the patience to handle small children with ease, care and warmth alongside teaching them the basics of education and also life. We cannot imagine Montessori schools and primary schools without female teachers. Most schools have female principals too. Women are also working at higher executive positions as Director, Dean, Head of the Department, Registrar, Chief Executive Officer and Education officer. A large number of women have also evolved as entrepreneurs in the education sector. From running a playschool, or a private school, they now head coaching classes and skill development centres. When it comes to working, women focus on the details. They opt for quality and make sure all the finer aspects are taken care of.

Keywords: Education, Entrepreneur, Profession, School, Women.