Duleeka Wanasinghe
principal
Melbourn,VICTORIA
Summary
Qualified administrator with long history in education and dedication to school performance, teacher training and student success. Attentive to pulse of school to proactively manage negative trends and recognize success in teachers and methods. Hands-on in mentoring teachers and supporting students. Organizational leader and educational administrator offering 15 years of experience as senior teacher and principal for elementary school leadership. Exercises honed competencies in development, implementation and execution of performance-enhancing programs. Outstanding skills in parent communication, conflict resolution and staff management. Known for consistently supporting faculty and staff as advocate leader.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal
MAHIYANGANA NATIONAL SCHOOL
MAHIYANGANA, Sri Lanka
11.2023 - Current
- Reviewed test scores from standardized tests administered at different grade levels in order to track academic progress over time.
- Worked closely with guidance counselors to develop individualized learning plans tailored to meet each student's needs.
- Provided coaching sessions for teachers on best practices for classroom organization and management as well as effective instructional strategies.
- Collaborated with other schools within the district on special projects such as after-school programs or extracurricular activities.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Assistant Principal
MAHIYANGANA NATIONAL SCHOOL
MAHIYANGANA, Sri Lanka
10.2022 - 11.2023
- Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Attended conferences related to educational leadership or policy making.
- Analyzed data collected from standardized tests to identify areas of improvement in instruction or curriculum design.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed by staff members during school events.
- Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations, reviews of lesson plans and feedback from parents and students.
Teacher
MAHIYANGANA NATIONAL SCHOOL
MAHIYANGANA, Sri Lanka
09.2010 - 11.2023
- Instructed students in academic subjects such as logic and social sciences.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
- Created meaningful projects that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real world situations.
- Organized parent conferences throughout the year to discuss student progress.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Graded student papers and assignments to track student progression.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
Program Assistant
DIVISIONAL EDUCATION
MAHIYANGANA, Sri Lanka
10.2008 - 09.2010
- Assisted in the coordination of program activities and resources, including scheduling meetings, preparing materials, and providing administrative support.
- Organized special events such as conferences, workshops, training sessions. for program participants.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure smooth delivery of services for program participants.
- Delivered top-notch administrative support to office staff, promoting excellence in office operations.
- Assisted with planning and coordinating day-to-day and special program activities.
- Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance.
Education
MASTER OF EDUCATION -
03-2023
MASTER OF EDUCATION IN MANAGEMENT -
12-2021
POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN EDUCAION -
04-2015
Bachelor of Arts - SOCIOLOGY SPECIAL
09-2007
CERTIFICATES IN SPOKEN ENGLISH AND GRAMMER - ENGLISH
09-2007
GENERAL CERTIFICATES OF EDUCATION,ADVANCED LEVEL - ARTS SUBJECTS
08-2002
GENERAL CERTIFICATES IN EDUCATION - GENERAL CERTIFICATES IN EDUCATION,ORDINARY LEVEL
12-1998
Skills
- Student Records Management
- Activity Planning
- Behavior Modeling
- Lesson development
- Classroom Management
- Educational leadership
- Staff Development
- Department planning
- Training and mentoring
- Problem-Solving
- Self-Motivated
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Organization and Time Management
Timeline
Principal - MAHIYANGANA NATIONAL SCHOOL
11.2023 - Current
Assistant Principal - MAHIYANGANA NATIONAL SCHOOL
10.2022 - 11.2023
Teacher - MAHIYANGANA NATIONAL SCHOOL
09.2010 - 11.2023
Program Assistant - DIVISIONAL EDUCATION
10.2008 - 09.2010
LINCOLN UNIVESITY COLLEGE - MASTER OF EDUCATION,
NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF EDUCATION - MASTER OF EDUCATION IN MANAGEMENT,
NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF EDUCATION - POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN EDUCAION,
UNIVERSITY OF RUHUNA - Bachelor of Arts, SOCIOLOGY SPECIAL
AMERICAN COLLEGE OF HIGHER EDUCATION - CERTIFICATES IN SPOKEN ENGLISH AND GRAMMER, ENGLISH
BADULLA CENTAL COLLEGE - GENERAL CERTIFICATES OF EDUCATION,ADVANCED LEVEL, ARTS SUBJECTS
NAWAJEEVITHAYA VIDYALAYA - GENERAL CERTIFICATES IN EDUCATION, GENERAL CERTIFICATES IN EDUCATION,ORDINARY LEVEL
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