Thimuthu Kasun
Highton,Australia
Summary
Dedicated Educator with extensive experience partnering with parents and ensuring success of students. Skilled at providing feedback on individual progress of students and discussing specific needs.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Laboratory Technician
Tarneit Senior College
Tarneit, VIC
05.2024 - Current
- Prepared samples and reagents for testing according to established protocols, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Assisted in developing and maintaining laboratory SOPs, improving process efficiency, and consistency.
- Maintained and calibrated laboratory equipment to ensure accurate results.
VCE Chemistry & Science Tutor
Lesson Space, Geelong
Geelong, VIC
01.2024 - Current
- Provides personalized Chemistry and Science tutoring for VCE and Grades 6-10 students
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' needs and interests.
- Communicated with teachers and parents about student progress and achievements.
- Helped develop study skills by providing tips on note-taking, time management, and test preparation strategies.
VCE Educator
Pegasus Tuition
, VIC
12.2023 - Current
- Provides specialized Biology and Physics tutoring for VCE students.
- Creates lesson plans and activities to engage students in the learning process.
- Encourages critical thinking skills among students through problem-solving activities.
Exam Invigilator
La Trobe University
Melbourne, VIC
06.2024 - Current
- Managed examinations ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Monitored students during exams, ensuring they followed all regulations and instructions.
- Responded promptly to technical issues that arose during an exam session.
Visiting Chemistry Teacher
Senarty Institute
07.2022 - 08.2023
- Educated students in Chemistry at the Advanced Level, focusing on exam preparation.
- Incorporated real-world examples into lectures to enhance understanding of abstract concepts.
- Evaluated student comprehension of classroom topics in exams, quizzes and assignments.
- Developed lesson plans according to chemistry textbook outlines.
Food Services Assistant
Barwon Health University Hospital
Geelong, VIC
04.2024 - Current
- Delivers food trays to patients in hospitals, or residents in nursing homes.
- Communicates effectively with other staff members regarding patient requests.
- Maintains cleanliness and safety standards in work areas to reduce germ spread.
Food Chemist
Bureau Veritas Consumer Products & Services
06.2021 - 11.2022
- Specialized in testing, inspection, and certification of commodities, consumer products, and industrial equipment.
- Consistently met daily and weekly food and beverage testing targets, with prompt and accurate results.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Food Science and Technology (Hons)
The University of Sri Jayewardenepura
Sri Lanka01-2022
Skills
- Educational Planning
- Tailoring Teaching Strategies
- Strong Verbal Engagement
- Clear and Concise Writing
- Skilled in Dispute Resolution
- Strategic Troubleshooting
- Inspiring Team Performance
- Facilitating Student Success
Volunteer Experience
- Product Coordinator for ProFood ProPack 2019, Representing the University of Sri Jayewardenepura Team in guiding team leaders towards product development, modification and presenting., 11/01/18, 08/31/19
- Director, Public Relations, The Association of Food Science and Technology, 06/01/20, 06/30/21
- Director, Professional Development Avenue, The Rotaract Club of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura, 06/01/19, 06/30/20
- Operational Team Member, AIESEC In the University of Sri Jayewardenepura, 01/01/18, 05/31/20
Professional Memberships
- Sri Lanka Association for the Advancement of Science, Associate Member
- Royal Society of Chemistry, Student member
- Institute of Food Science and Technology Sri Lanka, Associate member
Certification
- Employee Working With Children's Check
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- The Certificate of Providing First Aid (HTAID011)
References
- Mrs Harismranjit Kaur, Laboratory Technician
Tarneit Senior College, Tarneit
+61 452 340 045
harsimranjit.kaur@education.vic.gov.au
- Mr Mohammad Rasha, Head of Department-Science
Tarneit Senior College, Tarneit
+61 424 801 092
Mohammad.Rasha@education.vic.gov.au
Timeline
Exam Invigilator
La Trobe University
06.2024 - Current
Assistant Laboratory Technician
Tarneit Senior College
05.2024 - Current
Food Services Assistant
Barwon Health University Hospital
04.2024 - Current
VCE Chemistry & Science Tutor
Lesson Space, Geelong
01.2024 - Current
VCE Educator
Pegasus Tuition
12.2023 - Current
Visiting Chemistry Teacher
Senarty Institute
07.2022 - 08.2023
Food Chemist
Bureau Veritas Consumer Products & Services
06.2021 - 11.2022
Bachelor of Science - Food Science and Technology (Hons)
The University of Sri Jayewardenepura
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