Ayesha Siribaddana
Clyde North,VIC
Summary
Dedicated and passionate classroom teacher with extensive experience fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment. Committed to providing students with a broad and balanced education, encouraging them to recognize and develop their unique gifts and talents. Adept at integrating teachings to explore faith, spirituality, and values while promoting integrity, respect, tolerance, and compassion in a modern society.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Classroom Teacher (Grade 4) -Range 1
Berwick Fields Primary School
2024.01 - Current
- Planned and executed engaging learning programs fostering creativity, independence, collaboration, and curiosity
- Created comprehensive planning documents aligned with the Victorian Curriculum
- Utilized various assessment techniques to track learning progression and inform teaching practices
- Maintained accurate student data records
- Fostered an innovative classroom environment conducive to contemporary teaching and learning
- Implemented positive classroom management strategies
- Provided effective and timely feedback to students
- Actively participated in professional learning aligned with the school's strategic plan.
- Established clear expectations for behaviour and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
- Conducted small group interventions for struggling learners, providing targeted support that led to increased academic achievement.
Childcare Educator
Various Childcare Centres
2016.07 - 2023.12
- Provided high-quality care and educational programs for young children
- Developed and implemented learning activities promoting cognitive and social development
- Ensured the safety and well-being of all children in care.
Primary School Placement Teacher
Strathaird Primary School (Prep)
2023.08 - 2023.10
- Gained hands-on experience in planning and delivering curriculum-aligned lessons
- Developed classroom management skills in diverse educational settings
- Built positive relationships with students, colleagues, and parents.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behaviour effectively by establishing clear expectations, modelling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
Primary School Placement Teacher
Tulliallan Primary School (Grade 3)
2022.08 - 2022.10
- Gained hands-on experience in planning and delivering curriculum-aligned lessons
- Developed classroom management skills in diverse educational settings
- Built positive relationships with students, colleagues, and parents.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
Education
Master of Teaching(Early Childhood And Primary) -
Australian Catholic University
Melbourne, VIC12.2023
Bachelor of Science (Agriculture Specialization) -
Ruhuna University
07.2007
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture
University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka07.2007
Skills
- Strong understanding of the developmental needs of Junior School-aged children.
- Skilled in creating a warm, welcoming, and productive classroom environment.
- Knowledge of best practices in education.
- Ability to foster positive relationships with students, colleagues, parents, and the wider community.
- Cooperative and collaborative team player.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Role model of lifelong learning and the school’s values of respect, inclusion, compassion, integrity, and excellence.
- Capable decision-maker and strong communicator.
Certification
- Registered with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT)
- First Aid Certified
- Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
Vit Registration
VIT - 725291
Childcare Experience
Childcare Educator, Various Childcare Centres, Melbourne, VIC, 07/2016, 12/2023, Provided high-quality care and educational programs for young children., Developed and implemented learning activities promoting cognitive and social development., Ensured the safety and well-being of all children in care.
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Classroom Teacher (Grade 4) -Range 1
Berwick Fields Primary School
2024.01 - Current
Primary School Placement Teacher
Strathaird Primary School (Prep)
2023.08 - 2023.10
Primary School Placement Teacher
Tulliallan Primary School (Grade 3)
2022.08 - 2022.10
Childcare Educator
Various Childcare Centres
2016.07 - 2023.12
Master of Teaching(Early Childhood And Primary) -
Australian Catholic University
Bachelor of Science (Agriculture Specialization) -
Ruhuna University
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture
University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka
- Registered with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT)
- First Aid Certified
- Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
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