DHARANI VINDYA KUMARI DISSANAYAKE
South Morang,VIC
Summary
A dynamic, enthusiastic, detail-focused and innovative Educator with over 8 years of experience working with children, assuming various roles including working as a Room Assistant, Room Leader in 3+ old Kinder Room, Certified Supervisor in the centre, and as a Kindergarten Teacher. Offering strong interpersonal communication and leadership skills, along with sound knowledge and experience in planning, designing, and implementing lesson plans and activities. Committed to ongoing professional development and in creating a safe, structured and caring environment for children. Currently looking for a kindergarten or pre-primary teaching role to gain experience and apply knowledge whilst contributing positive results.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Trainee Early Childhood Teacher
WALLABY CHILDCARE
- Trained within a Kindergarten Institution with a Mentor Teacher for 45 days with the professional use of Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standard/Framework (NQS/NQF)
Early Childhood Teacher
Green Leaves Early Learning Centre
03.2021 - 03.2024
- Facilitated play, leisure, and learning activities as initiated by the children
- Established and maintained positive relationships with the team, families and other relevant personnel; promoted coordination and teamwork
- Made informed decisions that promote inclusion and participation of all children in the program
- Administered first aid and medication when required and fulfilled associated legislative requirements
- Design and follow a complete teaching plan, Organize learning material and resources
- Use a variety of activities and instructional methods (songs, stories, media, structured games, art, outdoor activities etc) to motivate and stimulate children's abilities
- worked on relevant documentation such as summative assessments, transition reports.
Room Leader (Diploma Qualified)
HIGH STREET EARLY LEARNING & KINDER
05.2017 - 07.2020
- Fostered positive relationships with the team, students and parents, successfully creating and maintaining a positive and enjoyable education experience
- Organised weekly plans as per the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standard/Framework (NQS/NQF)
- Set up and prepared age appropriate activities and individual observation reports
- Ensured implementation of health and safety plans during excursions and play-based learning outdoor activities; coordinated with other educators, guardians and other relevant personnel
- Followed routines of individual children; exhibited adaptability/flexibility with the standard routine
- Kept and maintained records of the children with additional needs, and children with challenging behaviours
- Achievement: Successfully facilitated smooth transition of the kinder programme; accurately addressed and improved behaviour and the listening skills of the children
Assistant Educator
CAMPBELL ROAD EARLY LEARNING & KINDER
07.2016 - 03.2017
- Provided a nurturing and safe environment for children; followed the individual routines of each child, and set up age appropriate activities
- Assist other educators with lesson preparation by getting materials ready and setting up equipment
- Ensured that the nursery room is safe and clean; followed food safety and hygiene practices
- Oversaw students during non-classroom times including in-between classes, during lunch, and on field excursions; collaborated with the team to ensure safety
- Collaborated with lead teachers to recognise issues students were facing and recommended solutions
- Documented student progress and liaised with parents to keep them informed
Casual Educator
TIMEOUT CHILDCARE
11.2015 - 05.2016
- Adhered to the curriculum and lesson plans assigned by other teachers; maintained positive communication during handover, followed procedures and achieved lesson goals
- Followed the routines and the regulations set up by the centre management team
- Ensured classroom and other facilities were kept clean and orderly; strictly adhered to food safety and hygiene practices
- Oversaw the normal classroom rhythms and activities; followed the individual routines of each child, and set up age appropriate activities
Education
GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION -
RMIT UNIVERSITY
BUNDOORA, VIC12.2020
BACHELOR OF BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE - BIOCHEMISTRY
LATROBE UNIVERSITY
BUNDOORA, VIC12.2018
DIPLOMA OF EARLY CHILDHOOD -
FUTURUM
MELBOURNE, VIC12.2016
Skills
- EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
- MULTIDISCIPLINARY LEADERSHIP
- INTERPERSONAL SKILLS
- RELATIONSHIP DEVELOPMENT
- ORGANISATION & PLANNING
- EMPATHY & PASSION
- CONTINUOUS DEVELOPMENT
- EDUCATION ADMINISTRATION
- TEAM ENGAGEMENT
- ANALYSIS & PROBLEM SOLVING
- ADAPTABLE & FLEXIBLE
- STRONG WORK ETHIC
Affiliations
- Member of the Think Childcare Educators Group
- Alumni Member in La Trobe University & RMIT University
Qualificationsandtraining
- Working with Children Check
- Victorian Driver's Licence
- Pending VIT registration
- General Food Handling & Safety Certificate
- First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis Training
- Completed the following three training courses from the Victorian Department of Education & Training: Well-Being & Positive Psychology, Flourishing Futures, Well-Being in Action
- Supporting Families of Refugee & Asylum Seeking Backgrounds in Early Years | Presented by Foundation House
- Supporting Children's Behaviour | Presented by Community Childcare Association
- Outdoor Play: Coping with the Winter Blues & How to Use that Outdoor Space | Presented by Community Child Care Association
- Family Violence Training for Early Years Educators | Presented by Drummond Street Services
Evidenceofhighperformance
- Best Science-Based Activity Set Up in the Centre - Green Leaves Early Learning, Bellerive 2022
- early childhood teachers general trainings by Green leaves. (certificates available)
Volunteer Experience
- Volunteer Worker, Sri Lankan Community in Melbourne, Volunteer Worker for the Sri Lankan community within Melbourne during the COVID pandemic.
- Trainee, Wallaby Childcare, Trained within a Kindergarten Institution with a Mentor Teacher for 45 days with the professional use of Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standard/Framework (NQS/NQF).
References
- Alicia Hallett, Kindergarten Teacher,Green Leaves Early Learning , Bellerive, Tasmania , 0400592668, aliciahallett2@bigpond.com
- Aachal Pant, Assistant Director, Green Leaves Early Learning, Bellerive, Tasmania, 0400490290, tn.aachal@gmail.com
Attributes
- Established Teaching Experience
- Communication Eloquence
- Time Management & Organisational Skills
- Continuous Professional Development
- Strong Work Ethic
- Relationship Development
- Problem Solving & Analysis
- Computer Savvy
Timeline
Early Childhood Teacher
Green Leaves Early Learning Centre
03.2021 - 03.2024
Room Leader (Diploma Qualified)
HIGH STREET EARLY LEARNING & KINDER
05.2017 - 07.2020
Assistant Educator
CAMPBELL ROAD EARLY LEARNING & KINDER
07.2016 - 03.2017
Casual Educator
TIMEOUT CHILDCARE
11.2015 - 05.2016
BACHELOR OF BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE - BIOCHEMISTRY
LATROBE UNIVERSITY
DIPLOMA OF EARLY CHILDHOOD -
FUTURUM
Trainee Early Childhood Teacher
WALLABY CHILDCARE
GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION -
RMIT UNIVERSITY
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