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Danushi Amarasiri Gunawardena

Danushi Amarasiri Gunawardena

WARRNAMBOOL,VIC

Summary

Passionate about inspiring change and making the world a better place, professional educator with extensive experience in early childhood education. Excels in creating engaging learning environments, fostering child development, and implementing age-appropriate curriculum. Effective collaborator, adapts to changing needs and consistently achieves positive outcomes. Reliability, compassion, and strong communication skills contribute to successful classroom management and developmental assessment. Proven track record of developing age-appropriate lesson plans that enhance learning in young children. Utilizes creative teaching methods, maintains an engaging learning environment, implements effective classroom management techniques, and fosters strong parent-teacher communication. Dedicated to supporting the emotional, social, and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and prioritizes creating safe and nurturing environments that boost learning. Committed to promoting overall health and wellness for students.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Early Childhood Teacher

Story House Early Learning
08.2024 - Current
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Mentored new teachers, sharing effective teaching strategies and providing support as they acclimated to the school culture.
  • 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.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Promoted early literacy skills by implementing engaging reading activities and fostering a love for books in young learners.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents, conducting regular communication to keep them informed about their child's progress and school events.
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.

Early Childhood Teacher

Liberty Lanka International Montessori
03.2020 - 07.2024
  • Company Overview: Pre-School and Child Day Care Center
  • Create and implement age-appropriate lesson plans and educational activities for children in accordance with the Montessori method
  • Foster a nurturing and inclusive learning environment that promotes the social, emotional, and cognitive development of young children
  • Conduct regular assessments of each child's progress and maintain accurate records of their developmental milestones
  • Communicate effectively with parents and guardians, providing regular updates on their child's growth, development, and daily activities
  • Ensure the safety and well-being of children by following all safety protocols, including first-aid and emergency procedures
  • Maintain a clean and organized classroom, including organizing educational materials and resources
  • Adapt teaching methods to accommodate individual learning styles and developmental needs
  • Provide guidance and support to children in developing essential life skills, such as self-care, problem-solving, and conflict resolution
  • Stay informed about and implement any changes in curriculum or guidelines set by the school or regulatory authorities

Education

Bachelor of Education Honors - Primary Education

Open University of Sri Lanka
01.2022

Diploma - Child Psychology

Amazon College International Campus
01.2020

Skills

  • Early Childhood Education
  • Curriculum Development
  • Classroom Management
  • Lesson Planning
  • Team Collaboration
  • Child Safety and Well-being
  • Assessment and Progress Tracking
  • Play-based learning
  • Parent communication
  • Montessori methods
  • Activity planning
  • Early literacy development
  • Early numeracy
  • Supervising classroom activities

Certification

  • Initial Teacher Education approved as equivalent to Level 7 under the Australian National Quality Framework. Certified by the Australian Children's Education & Care Quality Authority (ACECQA), Certificate Reference: 322462.


  • Currently registered as an Early Childhood Teacher in Victoria, Australia (Registration No: 748685)

Timeline

Early Childhood Teacher

Story House Early Learning
08.2024 - Current

Early Childhood Teacher

Liberty Lanka International Montessori
03.2020 - 07.2024

Diploma - Child Psychology

Amazon College International Campus

Bachelor of Education Honors - Primary Education

Open University of Sri Lanka
Danushi Amarasiri Gunawardena