GIMSHANI PEIRIS
Newstead
Summary
Professional educator with experience in fostering supportive and effective learning environment. Proven track record of enhancing student engagement and academic success through collaboration with faculty and adaptability to evolving classroom needs. Strong skills in communication, organization, and instructional support. Known for reliability and results-driven approach in educational settings.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teaching Assistant
Stafford International School
09.2019 - 07.2022
- Managed classroom behaviour effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Collaborated with fellow teaching assistants to create a consistent and supportive learning environment for students.
Visiting Lecturer - TKT model 1, 2 and 3
Gateway Graduate School Colombo
03.2019 - 06.2022
- Teaching candidates to be familiar with different teaching methodologies
- Teaching candidates how to use teaching resources effectively
- Teaching candidates to understand key aspects of lesson planning
- Teaching candidates to use different classroom management methods for different needs
- Maintains a safe, organized classroom, which supports students' independent learning, collaboration and choice
- Using available technology/instructional media to enhance the students' learning experiences
- Preparing progress reports
- Involving students in outdoor activities
- Creating lesson plans to teach students subjects such as reading, writing and geography
Assistant Teacher
Asian International School
08.2016 - 08.2019
- Create lessons plans to teach students subjects such as reading, writing and spelling
- Planning activities which meet the learning objectives and effectively challenge, interest and engage all pupils, effecting good learning and progress
- Preparing progress reports
- Maintaining a safe, organized classroom, which supports students' independent learning, collaboration and choice
- Organizing various of exhibitions to enhance students creativity
Education
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Aldersgate University
Phillippines10-2022
Advanced Diploma in Teaching -Pearson SRF BTEC L 5 - Teaching
Gateway Graduate School
Colombo02-2019
Diploma in Teaching (Pearson SRF BTEC Level 4) - Teaching
Gateway Graduate School
Colombo01-2018
Diploma in Psychology & Counseling - Psychology
ICBT Campus
Colombo07-2015
Skills
- Positive attitude
- Computer skills
- Relationship building
- Calm and patient demeanour
- Collaborative teamwork
- Complex Problem-solving
- Effective communication
- Behaviour management
- Helping students with special needs
Certification
- Teaching Knowledge Test (TKT) - Model 3 - British Council - Aug 2015
- Teaching Knowledge Test (TKT) - Model 2 - British Council - Aug 2015
- Teaching Knowledge Test (TKT) - Model 1 - British Council - July 2014
- Certificate Qualification - Pre intimidate English - British Council - Apr 2014
Employmentobjective
Dynamic and dedicated preschool teacher with six years of hands-on experience fostering a nurturing and stimulating learning environment. Seeking to utilize proven instructional techniques, creativity, and passion for early childhood education to inspire young minds and promote holistic development in a progressive educational institution.
Accomplishments
- Observed students and documented social, emotional, motor skill, and intellectual developments.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Coordinated with lead teacher to create age-appropriate lesson plans for students with special needs.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Teaching Assistant
Stafford International School
09.2019 - 07.2022
Visiting Lecturer - TKT model 1, 2 and 3
Gateway Graduate School Colombo
03.2019 - 06.2022
Assistant Teacher
Asian International School
08.2016 - 08.2019
- Teaching Knowledge Test (TKT) - Model 3 - British Council - Aug 2015
- Teaching Knowledge Test (TKT) - Model 2 - British Council - Aug 2015
- Teaching Knowledge Test (TKT) - Model 1 - British Council - July 2014
- Certificate Qualification - Pre intimidate English - British Council - Apr 2014
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Aldersgate University
Advanced Diploma in Teaching -Pearson SRF BTEC L 5 - Teaching
Gateway Graduate School
Diploma in Teaching (Pearson SRF BTEC Level 4) - Teaching
Gateway Graduate School
Diploma in Psychology & Counseling - Psychology
ICBT Campus
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