Thilini Rasangika Gunarathna
Warabrook ,NSW
Summary
Caring Elementary School Teacher offering 12 years of experience teaching all subjects to primary
-grade students. Adept at leading teams of teachers in curriculum development and instructional review. Passionate about meeting all students' learning needs through various types of teaching.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Primary School Teacher
Education Department Government Services
Colombo , Western Province
01.2012 - 03.2024
- Developed and implemented lesson plans that engaged students in active learning activities.
- Created and maintained a safe, orderly and productive classroom environment.
- Assessed student progress on an ongoing basis to inform instructional decisions.
- Organized field trips for students to explore local resources related to the curriculum.
- Provided individual assistance to students who needed extra help with assignments.
- Collaborated with other teachers, staff members and parents to promote a positive learning atmosphere.
- Established positive relationships with students through effective communication skills.
- Conducted small group instruction focusing on reading, writing and math skills development.
- Integrated technology into the curriculum to enhance student engagement and understanding of concepts.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance including attendance, grades and behavior reports.
- Encouraged critical thinking by posing questions that challenge existing knowledge or assumptions.
- Facilitated parent and teacher conferences throughout the year to discuss student progress.
- Implemented school policies regarding dress code, discipline and attendance.
- Monitored lunchroom activities to ensure safety of all students during meal times.
- Planned extracurricular activities such as clubs or sports teams for after school programs.
- Instructed students on proper use of equipment and tools used in class projects.
- Ensured all assigned tasks were completed within established timelines.
- Created interactive classroom atmosphere to maintain student interest and facilitate learning.
- Engaged with children individually to meet emotional and physical needs.
- Communicated regularly with parents about daily activities and behaviors.
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences to discuss development and improvement of children.
- Administered and graded tests to measure student performance and identify areas of concern.
- Maintained accurate and complete student records, preparing frequent reports on children and classroom activities for parent distribution.
- Presented and spoke publicly at parent education events, continually acting as ambassador for school.
- Maintained positive classroom culture through behavior management techniques.
- Provided positive feedback with emphasis on learning from mistakes to establish solid foundation for progress.
- Formed deep relationships with parents and students by engaging groups through conferences, emails, texts and phone calls.
Childcare Assistant
Volunteer
Colombo , Western Province
09.2007 - 11.2011
- Provided safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for children.
- Assisted in planning, organizing and implementing age appropriate activities to encourage learning.
- Maintained accurate records of daily attendance and other related information.
- Observed and monitored the safety of all children in care.
- Developed positive relationships with parents and guardians to ensure their child's needs were met.
- Collaborated with colleagues to provide a high standard of care for each child.
- Ensured compliance with relevant legislation, standards and regulations.
- Supported the development of individual plans based on the interests and abilities of each child.
- Encouraged self-expression through various art forms such as music, painting, drawing.
- Promoted physical activity by encouraging outdoor playtime activities like sports and games.
- Read stories, sang songs and taught basic skills such as color recognition and counting numbers.
- Accompanied children on field trips and assisted them with personal hygiene routines.
- Provided guidance on social interaction among peers within the group setting.
- Organized special events such as birthday parties or holiday celebrations.
- Assisted in meal preparation including preparing snacks and drinks.
- Supervised naptime routines and ensured proper sleep habits were maintained.
- Performed light housekeeping duties such as tidying up toys after playtime is over.
- Carried out regular inspections of premises to ensure health and safety standards are met.
- Conducted daily health checks including temperature taking and recording results.
- Assisted lead teacher with snack time, arts and crafts and putting children down for naps.
- Used clear communication and professionalism to develop constructive relationships with families.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment.
- Dressed children and changed diapers.
- Instructed children in eating, resting and restroom habits.
- Managed administrative program tasks such as taking attendance, updating logs and tracking supplies.
- Kept records of daily observations and information about activities, meals served and medications administered.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communication And Media Study
University of Colombo
Colombo 05-2012
Skills
- Special Education
- Mathematics Instruction
- Child Development
- Arts integration
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Classroom Management
- Lesson Planning
- Teacher Collaboration
- Distance Learning
- Student Counseling
- Team Teaching
- Student-Centered Learning
- Progress Reporting
- Positive Reinforcement
- Decision-Making
- Problem-solving abilities
- Time management abilities
- Conflict Resolution
- Team building
Timeline
Primary School Teacher
Education Department Government Services
01.2012 - 03.2024
Childcare Assistant
Volunteer
09.2007 - 11.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Communication And Media Study
University of Colombo