Yasangika Wijekoon
Officer
Summary
As a dedicated and compassionate mother of three with two years of experience in early childhood education, I am deeply passionate about providing nurturing and enriching environments where young children can grow, learn, and thrive. My natural ability to connect with children, combined with a solid understanding of early childhood development, allows me to create safe, engaging, and supportive spaces for children to explore their potential. I am committed to fostering each child’s individuality while promoting positive social, emotional, and cognitive development. Looking for a position in childcare where I can continue to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and contribute to their lifelong learning journey.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Childcare Educator
Goodstart Early Learning Centre
Noble Park, VIC
09.2025 - Current
- Coordinated with other staff members effectively in order to provide a cohesive childcare program promoting teamwork and collaboration.
- Ensured the health and safety of children by consistently monitoring their activities both indoors and outdoors.
- Collaborated with parents to address individual child needs and discuss progress reports regularly.
- Implemented hands-on learning opportunities that encouraged exploration, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills among children.
- Developed strong relationships with families, maintaining open communication channels for optimal support of each child''s growth and wellbeing.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
Assistant Childcare Educator
Hope Early Learning Centre
Frankston, VIC
02.2024 - 09.2025
- Ensured the health and safety of children by consistently monitoring their activities both indoors and outdoors.
- Collaborated with parents to address individual child needs and discuss progress reports regularly.
- Implemented hands-on learning opportunities that encouraged exploration, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills among children.
- Coordinated with other staff members effectively in order to provide a cohesive childcare program promoting teamwork and collaboration.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Continuously updated knowledge on best practices through professional development workshops and training sessions for consistent improvement in teaching methodologies.
Sales associate
Uniqlo Emporium
11.2023 - 02.2024
- Performed diverse roles as a Sales Associate at Uniqlo, executing stock replenishment, meticulous stockroom management, SKU maintenance, and expertly handling fitting room duties
- Proficient in cash handling, maintaining cleanliness, and delivering exceptional customer service by upselling and providing personalized care to enhance shopping experiences.
Manager/ social media manager
High Impact Fitness Studio
07.2022 - 09.2023
- Played a dynamic role as a gym manager and social media manager at High Impact Fitness Studio, responsible for overseeing daily operations, ensuring a seamless gym experience and optimizing social media presence
- Skilled in managing facility functions, staff coordination, and creating engaging social content to drive brand visibility and community engagement
- Proficient in fostering a fitness focused environment while leveraging social media platforms to promote the studio's services, classes, and events, resulting in increased membership and brand recognition.
Education
Diploma - Diploma in Early Childhood Education And Care
Chisholm Institute
Melbourne, Victoria, VIC02-2027
Certificate III - Early Childhood Education And Care
Chisholm Institute
Frankston, VIC03-2025
Certificate in garment production management -
Clothing industry training institute - Colombo, Sri Lanka
Colombo, Sri LankaGraduate Diploma - Hairdressing And Salon Management
Carrick Institute of Education
Melbourne, VIC04-2010
Skills
- Child development
- Student engagement
- Parent communication
- Play-based learning
- hygiene practice
- Behaviour management
Accomplishments
Nominated for the Trainee of the year (2024) at Chisholm Institute for the quality of assignments done and the performance as a trainee.
Certification
- First Aid - HLTAID012
- Basic Emergency Life Support - HLTAID010
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation - HLTAID009
- Work With Children Check
- Victorian Driving License
Timeline
Childcare Educator
Goodstart Early Learning Centre
09.2025 - Current
Assistant Childcare Educator
Hope Early Learning Centre
02.2024 - 09.2025
Sales associate
Uniqlo Emporium
11.2023 - 02.2024
Manager/ social media manager
High Impact Fitness Studio
07.2022 - 09.2023
Certificate III - Early Childhood Education And Care
Chisholm Institute
Certificate in garment production management -
Clothing industry training institute - Colombo, Sri Lanka
Graduate Diploma - Hairdressing And Salon Management
Carrick Institute of Education
Diploma - Diploma in Early Childhood Education And Care
Chisholm Institute