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THARUSHI DINENDRA
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THARUSHI DINENDRA

Melbourne,VIC

Summary

Compassionate Early Childhood Educator with strong science background and hands-on experience in fast-paced environments. Focused on enhancing young children's learning and development through safe, engaging practices. Skilled in building strong relationships with children and families, promoting curiosity and social growth. Effective collaborator and independent worker, consistently meeting project deadlines.

Work History

Early Childhood Educator

Spring Kids Early Learning center
Springvale, VIC
03.2026 - Current
  • Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
  • Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies to enhance experiential learning.
  • Engaged with children individually to foster positive, trusting relationships.
  • Monitored student progress to support cooperative learning and individual growth.
  • Applied early childhood education theories and practices to assess learning materials and curriculum effectiveness.

Shift Manager

McDonald's Doveton
02.2023 - Current
  • Managed daily operations by training team members, upholding safety standards, and promoting a positive, welcoming environment.
  • Led and supported staff in a fast-paced environment, fostering teamwork and enhancing operational efficiency.
  • Provided excellent customer service, resolving concerns with patience, empathy, and professionalism.
  • Cultivated communication, time management, and problem-solving skills applicable to early childhood settings.

Trainee - placement

Goodstarts Early Learning
Rawville, VIC
11.2025 - 01.2026
  • Planned engaging lessons for diverse student groups in classroom settings.
  • Collaborated with mentors to enhance instructional strategies and teaching methods for improved student engagement.
  • Observed teachers in classrooms to improve skills and communication.
  • Developed understanding of teaching strategies while assuming greater responsibility for fostering student learning.
  • Accepted constructive criticism and feedback with positivity in areas requiring improvement.
  • Monitored student behavior during class sessions and field trips to ensure a positive learning environment.

Education

Graduate Diploma - Early Childhood Education

Victoria University
Melbourne, Victoria, VIC
04-2026

Bachelor of Biomedical Science -

Deakin University
Melbourne, Victoria, VIC
02-2024

Diploma of Biomedical Science -

Royal Institute of Colombo
Colombo

Skills

  • Early childhood curriculum
    development
  • Classroom management
  • Social-emotional learning
  • Play-based learning
  • Special needs support
  • Multicultural education
  • Music and movement
  • Effective communication
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Communication skills
  • Patience and empathy

References

Dalreen Fernandes (Mentor) 

Contact : 0433 841 012

Email : dfernandes@goodstart.org.au 

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Mikayla Alford (Operational Manage - Doveton 1166)

Contact : 0415 064 215

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work

Work Type

Full TimePart Time

Salary Range

$37/hr - $45/hr

Languages

Sinhala
Native language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1

Portfolio

Featured Picture
my teaching portfolio

Timeline

Early Childhood Educator

Spring Kids Early Learning center
03.2026 - Current

Trainee - placement

Goodstarts Early Learning
11.2025 - 01.2026

Shift Manager

McDonald's Doveton
02.2023 - Current

Graduate Diploma - Early Childhood Education

Victoria University

Bachelor of Biomedical Science -

Deakin University

Diploma of Biomedical Science -

Royal Institute of Colombo

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