AMANDA MADURAPPERUMA
Elwood
Summary
Currently working as a casual educator while studying towards a Bachelor of Early Childhood Education, with over one year of hands-on experience in Victorian early learning centres. Employed with Mayfield Early Learning Centre and predominantly placed at Rainbow Child Care and Early Learning Centre. Brings a warm, nurturing, and reliable approach to supporting children’s wellbeing, learning, and development through play-based practice, active supervision, and strong teamwork skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Casual Educator
Mayfield Early Learning Centre
Melbourne
10.2024 - Current
- Currently employed as a casual educator supporting multiple early learning settings.
- Predominantly working at Rainbow Child Care and Early Learning Centre, Moorabbin VIC.
- Assisting with daily routines, transitions, and supervision across age groups.
- Supporting children’s learning through play-based experiences aligned with early childhood practices.
- Working collaboratively with permanent educators to maintain a safe and nurturing environment.
Assistant Teacher
Glitter Minds Education Centre
Sri Lanka
01.2022 - 06.2024
- Provided learning support across a range of activities.
- Assisted educators with lesson preparation and classroom organisation.
- Supported children’s participation and engagement during activities.
Assistant PreSchool Teacher
Lyceum International School
Gampaha
11.2022 - 12.2023
- Assisted in planning and implementing learning activities for young children.
- Supported classroom routines and behaviour guidance.
- Helped create a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environment.
- Collaborated with lead teachers and communicated observations when required.
Education
Bachelor of Early Childhood Education -
Melbourne Polytechnic
Preston12-2027
Bachelor of Teaching - Early Childhood Education
Swinburne University of Technology
Melbourne12.2024
Diploma in Teaching English for Young Learners (TEYL – UK) -
Victoria College of Music and Drama
LondonHigh School Diploma -
St. Lawrence’s Convent
Colombo, Sri LankaSkills
- Childcare passion and advocacy
- Safety practices and active supervision
- Communication proficiency in early education
- Efficient time management in dynamic settings
- Inclusive and engaging educational environments
- Supportive approach to child wellbeing
- Building respectful relationships with families and staff
- Adaptable teamwork in classroom routines
- Implementation of play-based learning strategies
- Classroom management
Certification
- Working with Children Check (WWCC)
- National Crime Check
- Protecting Children – Mandatory Reporting
- Food Safety / Food Handling Certificate
Timeline
Casual Educator
Mayfield Early Learning Centre
10.2024 - Current
Assistant PreSchool Teacher
Lyceum International School
11.2022 - 12.2023
Assistant Teacher
Glitter Minds Education Centre
01.2022 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Early Childhood Education -
Melbourne Polytechnic
Bachelor of Teaching - Early Childhood Education
Swinburne University of Technology
Diploma in Teaching English for Young Learners (TEYL – UK) -
Victoria College of Music and Drama
High School Diploma -
St. Lawrence’s Convent