Thushan Liyanage
Findon,SA
Summary
Friendly and energetic early childhood teacher with 5 years in early childhood education. Motivated to help children develop social, academic, and creative abilities to foster well-being and progress. Well-versed in developmental milestones and activities to promote curiosity and engagement.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Teacher
Nido Early School
11.2023 - Current
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in early childhood education.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Promoted early literacy skills by implementing engaging reading activities and fostering a love for books in young learners.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively using consistent routines and age-appropriate consequences, creating a safe learning environment for all students.
Early Childhood Educator
Nido Early School
11.2020 - 11.2023
- Supported children with special needs, creating customized learning strategies to accommodate various abilities.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Boosted children''s social skills development through group projects and collaborative games.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Fostered creativity in the classroom through art projects, dramatic play, storytelling exercises, and other imaginative pursuits.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Enhanced sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory development, by employing both traditional and modern educational strategies and techniques.
Education
Master of Teaching (Early Childhood) - Early Childhood Teaching
Flinders University
Adelaide, SA09.2023
Master of International Business - International Business Management
The University of Adelaide
Adelaide, SA11.2017
Skills
- Classroom Organization
- Play-Based Learning
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Outdoor Play
- Special Needs Support
- Social Skills Development
- Differentiated Instruction
- Creative Thinking
Referees
Leigh Arbon
Executive Service Manager
Nido Early School, Somerton Park, SA 5044
Contact details - ESM.SomertonPark@nido.edu.au
Timeline
Early Childhood Teacher
Nido Early School
11.2023 - Current
Early Childhood Educator
Nido Early School
11.2020 - 11.2023
Master of Teaching (Early Childhood) - Early Childhood Teaching
Flinders University
Master of International Business - International Business Management
The University of Adelaide