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Lakmini Rajapaksha

Oakleigh,VIC

Summary

Dedicated Childcare Educator with extensive experience at Camp Australia OHSC, adept in fostering children's social and intellectual growth through hands-on learning and critical thinking. Excels in creating safe, engaging environments, utilizing skills in early childhood education and empathy. Proven track record in enhancing children's foundational skills, underpinned by a commitment to hygiene and safety practices.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Childcare Educator

Entree
Adelaide, SA
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Prepared children for a seamless transition to the next level of education by focusing on key foundational skills in literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional development.
  • Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.

Childcare Assistant

Good Start
Evanston Gardens, SA
09.2023 - 10.2023

Placements

Childcare Educator

Camp Australia OHSC
Glen Waverley, VIC
07.2017 - 08.2021
  • Coordinated with other staff members effectively in order to provide a cohesive childcare program promoting teamwork and collaboration.
  • Ensured the health and safety of children by consistently monitoring their activities both indoors and outdoors.
  • Collaborated with parents to address individual child needs and discuss progress reports regularly.
  • Implemented hands-on learning opportunities that encouraged exploration, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills among children.
  • Prepared children for a seamless transition to the next level of education by focusing on key foundational skills in literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional development.
  • Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments.

Child Care Educator

Camp Australia OHSC
Mulgrave, VIC
09.2016 - 04.2017
  • Coordinated with other staff members effectively in order to provide a cohesive childcare program promoting teamwork and collaboration.
  • Ensured the health and safety of children by consistently monitoring their activities both indoors and outdoors.
  • Collaborated with parents to address individual child needs and discuss progress reports regularly.
  • Implemented hands-on learning opportunities that encouraged exploration, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills among children.
  • Developed strong relationships with families, maintaining open communication channels for optimal support of each child''s growth and wellbeing.

Education

Certificate III - Early Childhood Education And Care

BLOCK LEARNING
Adelaide, SA
11.2023

Bachelor Of Science - Biomedical Sciences

Deakin University
Melbourne, VIC
10.2020

Skills

  • Patience and Empathy
  • Age-Appropriate Activities
  • Early Childhood Education
  • Hygiene practices
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Nutrition knowledge
  • Documentation abilities
  • Cleaning and sanitation
  • Student Engagement
  • Special Needs Support
  • CPR and First Aid
  • Caring and Understanding
  • Loves children

Languages

English
Full Professional
Sinhala
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Professional Working

Additional Information

Currently holding children’s check, CPR and First Aid certificate, federal police clearance.

Timeline

Childcare Educator

Entree
06.2024 - 08.2024

Childcare Assistant

Good Start
09.2023 - 10.2023

Childcare Educator

Camp Australia OHSC
07.2017 - 08.2021

Child Care Educator

Camp Australia OHSC
09.2016 - 04.2017

Certificate III - Early Childhood Education And Care

BLOCK LEARNING

Bachelor Of Science - Biomedical Sciences

Deakin University
Lakmini Rajapaksha