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Shashika Balasuriya

Melbourne,VIC

Summary

Dynamic Early Childhood Educator with a proven track record at Highgate Early Learning Centre, excelling in lesson planning and classroom management. Adept at fostering student growth through tailored strategies and positive reinforcement. Committed to enhancing educational outcomes while maintaining a safe, engaging environment for all learners.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications

Work History

Early Childhood Educator

Highgate Early Learning Centre
Melbourne, Victoria
11.2024 - Current
  • Prepared materials and organized resources to support classroom activities.
  • Implemented tailored lesson plans addressing individual student needs.
  • Fostered positive relationships with students to enhance social and emotional growth.
  • Monitored student progress in collaboration with teachers, adapting instructional strategies as needed.
  • Maintained a safe, engaging classroom environment conducive to effective learning.
  • Applied behaviour management techniques to cultivate a respectful classroom culture.
  • Implemented a safe and nurturing environment for early childhood development.
  • Running group time, and establishing positive relationships with parents.
  • Managing and running the room when the kindergarten teacher is on leave.

Room Leader, Toddler Room

Young Einsteins Early Learning Centre
Melbourne, VIC
07.2021 - 09.2024
  • Led cross-functional teams to streamline operations and enhance productivity across departments.
  • Developed and implemented strategic initiatives that improved workflow efficiency and reduced bottlenecks.
  • Mentored junior staff, fostering professional growth and ensuring adherence to best practices.
  • Analyzed operational data to identify trends, driving informed decision-making for resource allocation.
  • Assisted with new hire processing and existing training programs.
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning outcomes.
  • Facilitated collaborative group activities to promote critical thinking and teamwork skills among students.
  • Directed team in executing daily operational strategies and improving workflow efficiency.

Education

Bachelor of Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Education

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Melbourne, VIC
11-2025

CHC43115 Certificate IV in Disability

Warner Institute
Brighton
08.2023

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education

Suzan Johnston Training Organization
Melbourne, VIC
12.2021

Skills

  • Lesson planning
  • Mandatory reporting
  • Infection control training
  • Food handling certification
  • Child safety checks
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Feedback acceptance
  • Student records management
  • Problem-solving
  • Documentation and record keeping
  • Curriculum design
  • Special needs education expertise
  • Classroom management
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Positive reinforcement strategies
  • documentation practices
  • Behavior management

Certification

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Timeline

Early Childhood Educator

Highgate Early Learning Centre
11.2024 - Current

Room Leader, Toddler Room

Young Einsteins Early Learning Centre
07.2021 - 09.2024

Bachelor of Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Education

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CHC43115 Certificate IV in Disability

Warner Institute

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education

Suzan Johnston Training Organization
Shashika Balasuriya