DARSHANA SHIRAN RAJAPAKSHA
Essendon
Summary
Dedicated and passionate Early Childhood Teacher with a strong foundation in creating nurturing and educational environments for young children. Transitioned to the role of Early Childhood Teacher in June after serving as a Lead Educator. Possesses a deep understanding of child development, curriculum planning, and classroom management. Committed to fostering a love of learning and supporting the individual needs of each child.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Educator
Dawson Street Children's Co-operatiove
05.2025 - Current
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering a supportive network for student success.
- Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
Early Childhood Teacher
G8 Education
06.2024 - Current
- Key responsibilities
- Assess the Strengths and needs of individual children.
- Implement an early childhood planning cycle systematically.
- Ensure health and safety and wellbeing standards are maintained.
- Design indoor and outdoor.
Lead Educator
G8 Education
03.2024 - 06.2024
- Key responsibilities
- Child assessment and observations
- Family Engagement
- Team leadership
- Curriculum planning and implementation.
Education
Bachelor of Hospitality Management -
Melbourne Polytechnic
01.2022
Graduate Diploma - Early Childhood Education
Victoria University
01.2023
Skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Arts and Crafts
- Time management
- Painting
- Guitar Playing
- Music composing
- Cultural competence
Certification
- Food safety
- Working with children’s check
- CPR, First Aid.
Languages
English and Sinhalese
Career Highlights
- Successfully transitioned to an Early Childhood Teacher role in June, bringing innovative teaching methods and a child-centered approach.
- Led a team of educators as a Lead Educator, implementing effective educational programs and ensuring high standards of care and education.
- Developed and executed engaging lesson plans that promote cognitive, social, and emotional growth in young children.
- Built strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on child progress and addressing any concerns.
References available upon request
Timeline
Educator
Dawson Street Children's Co-operatiove
05.2025 - Current
Early Childhood Teacher
G8 Education
06.2024 - Current
Lead Educator
G8 Education
03.2024 - 06.2024
Graduate Diploma - Early Childhood Education
Victoria University
Bachelor of Hospitality Management -
Melbourne Polytechnic
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