Dilini De Silva
Potomac,MD
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Fifth Grade Science/Assistant Teacher in Fourth Grade classroom
St. Bartholomew Catholic School
Bethesda, Md
09.2025 - Current
- Taught 5th grade science
- Prepared lesson plan/curriculum
- Graded assignments and tests
- Assessed assessments and quizzes
- Assist 4th grade students in their classwork
- Help and assist 4th grade teacher
- Conducted parent/teacher conferences biannually to engage families in student progress
- Provided support to 4th grade teacher in classroom activities
- Help organize school events and field trips
- Coordinated logistics for school events and field trips
- Assist with front desk coverage
- Participated at after school staff meeting
- Put up new bulletin board for each month
Student-Teaching/Assistant Teacher in Third Grade classroom
St. Bartholomew Catholic School
Bethesda, Md
09.2024 - 06.2025
- Prepared lesson plans/curricula
- Taught Social Studies and Science
- Assess assessments for both social studies and science
- Graded assignments and tests
- Developed visually engaging bulletin boards each month to communicate important information.
- Corrected classwork and assisted students in their classwork
- Help organize school events and field trips
- Participined at ADW collaborations
- Coordinated school events and field trips to enrich student experiences
- Supervised children during after care, and assisted students with their school work
Assistant Teacher in the PreK-4 classroom
St. Bartholomew Catholic School
Bethesda, Md
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Facilitated a smooth start to the day by preparing classroom for lessons
- Aided teacher with lesson preparation and student engagement strategies
- Supervised children during snack/lunch and recess
- Supervised children during after care, and assisted students with their school work
- Supervised children during snack, lunch, and recess, ensuring safety and promoting social interactions
- Engaged in collaborative meetings at ADW to enhance educational strategies
- Coordinated school events and field trips, enhancing student engagement and community involvement
- Participated at ADW collaborations
- Participated in staff meetings
Assistant teacher in the First-grade classroom
St. Bartholomew Catholic School
Bethesda, Md
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Assisted with morning classroom setup to create a welcoming learning environment
- Assist students in their independent classwork
- Supervised children during snack/lunch and recess
- Supervised children during snack, lunch, and recess to ensure safety and promote social interactions
- Help with morning setup for the classroom
- Help organize school events and field trips
- Participated in ADW collaborations with staff to enhance educational strategies
- Entertain children during free play
- Participated in after school staff meetings to collaborate on student development strategies
Co Teacher in the Kindergarten classroom
St. Bartholomew Catholic School
Bethesda, Md
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Prepared lesson plans/curriculum
- Taught Math and Science/STEM
- Assisted children with academic tasks in a classroom setting
- Engaged in collaborative meetings for ADW initiatives
- Supervised children during after care and assist them with their homework
- Facilitated an open house event for parents and students
- Coordinated biannual parent-teacher virtual conferences to facilitate communication
- Organized school events and field trips
Lead Teacher for the Young Three’s Classroom
Clara Barton Center for Children
Cabin John, MD
07.2018 - 09.2021
- Prepared lesson plans/curriculum
- Coordinated school events and field trips to enhance student engagement and community involvement
- Managed school opening and closing procedures each day
- Created and installed monthly themed bulletin boards throughout the school
- Conducted open houses, back to school nights, and home visits to foster strong relationships between families and the classroom
- Supervised assistant teachers in the classroom
- Prepared and arranged sleeping cots to facilitate children's naptime
- Coordinate parent-teacher conferences two times a year
- Organized school events and field trips
- Provided individualized support to help children complete their assignments
- Supported children during bathroom visits and potty training efforts
- Engaged children with activities and games during free play time
Lead Teacher for the Four's Classroom
Nist Child Care Center
Gaithersburg, MD
07.2017 - 06.2018
- Prepared lesson plans/curriculum
- Organized school events and field trips to enhance student engagement and learning experiences
- Managed daily school operations by opening and closing the facility
- Created monthly bulletin boards to display student work and announcements
- Organize school events and field trips
- Supervised assistant teachers to ensure consistent classroom management and support for student needs
- Arrange cots for naptime
- Prepare and set snack/lunch time
- Provided assistance to children in the bathroom to ensure their safety and hygiene
- Engaged children in activities during free play to foster creativity and social skills
- Coordinated parent-teacher conferences to foster communication between parents and educators
Lead Teacher for the Two's Classroom
Nist Child Care Center
Gaithersburg, MD
08.2013 - 07.2017
- Prepared lesson plans/curriculum
- Supervised assistant teachers to ensure consistent classroom management and support for student development
- Facilitated engaging activities during free play to stimulate children's creativity
- Organized engaging school events and field trips to enhance student learning experiences
- Coordinated two parent-teacher conferences annually to foster communication between parents and educators
- Conduct open houses
- Managed daily opening and closing procedures of the school
- Installed and updated bulletin boards monthly to reflect educational themes
- Prepare and set snack/lunch time
- Assist children in their work
- Assist children for bathroom/potty training
Lead Teacher for the Two's and Three's Classroom
Childtime
Gaithersburg, MD
08.2010 - 08.2013
- Prepared lesson plans/curriculum
- Coordinated school events to enhance community engagement and foster relationships among families
- Managed daily opening and closing procedures of the school, ensuring security and readiness for students.
- Created and displayed engaging bulletin boards each month to showcase student achievements and important announcements.
- Organized and facilitated open house events to welcome families and showcase school programs.
- Arrange cots for naptime
- Conduct open houses
- Coordinated parent-teacher conferences two times during the school year
- Organize school events
- Engaged children in interactive activities during free play to foster creativity and social skills.
- Organized parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and build collaborative support
Lead Teacher for the Two's and Three's Classroom
Child's Garden Learning Center
Columbia, MD
01.2010 - 08.2010
- Prepared lesson plans/curriculum
- Created monthly bulletin boards to showcase school events
- Coordinated school events to foster community involvement and student participation
- Managed school opening and closing procedures
- Arranged cots for naptime
- Entertain children during free play
- Organized cots for naptime in classroom environment
- Organized school events
- Facilitated free play activities to promote social skills and creativity among children
Assistant Teacher for the primary classroom
Austin Children's Montessori
Austin, TX
05.2009 - 08.2009
- Assisted classroom teachers
- Coordinated logistics for school events to enhance student participation and engagement
- Facilitated children's learning by guiding them through activities and reinforcing concepts
- Prepared the environment for snack and lunch time by arranging tables and seating.
- Organized the naptime space to facilitate a calm and restful environment for children.
- Organized snack/lunch setup to ensure smooth transitions and promote healthy eating habits
- Engaged children in various activities during free play to foster creativity and social interaction.
- Help set up school events
Lead Teacher for the Two's Classroom
KinderCare Learning Center
Pittsburgh, PA
05.2008 - 08.2008
- Prepared lesson plans
- Created engaging bulletin boards to showcase student work
- Facilitated student learning by providing guidance and support during activities
- Arranged cots for naptime
- Prepare and set snack/lunch time
- Guided children through bathroom routines to foster self-sufficiency
- Facilitated engaging games during free play to promote social interactions
Assistant Teacher for the primary classroom
Slippery Rock University Child Care Center
Slippery Rock, PA
01.2007 - 05.2008
- Facilitated lesson activities to enhance children's learning and development.
- Organized engaging activities during free play time to stimulate children's creativity and social interaction.
- Oversaw lunch and snack time to promote healthy eating habits among children.
- Set up cots in designated quiet area to facilitate restful naptime for children.
Education
Early Childhood Education Certification Cohort Program -
Notre Dame of Maryland University
Baltimore, MD05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Education, Early Childhood
Slippery Rock University
Slippery Rock, PA05-2008
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Student assessment
- Science instruction
- Curriculum development
- Student engagement
- Behavior management
Field Experience
- Lone Oak Montessori, Bethesda, MD, 11/01/09
- Bowie Montessori Children's House, Bowie, MD, 10/01/09
- Dickman's Montessori and Day Care, Colombo, Sri Lanka, 12/01/08 - 01/01/09
- Austin Children Montessori, Austin, TX, 11/01/08
- Montgomery Country Kids, Slippery Rock, PA, Fall Semester 2007
- Head Start, New Castle, PA, Fall Semester 2007
Timeline
Fifth Grade Science/Assistant Teacher in Fourth Grade classroom
St. Bartholomew Catholic School
09.2025 - Current
Student-Teaching/Assistant Teacher in Third Grade classroom
St. Bartholomew Catholic School
09.2024 - 06.2025
Assistant Teacher in the PreK-4 classroom
St. Bartholomew Catholic School
09.2023 - 06.2024
Assistant teacher in the First-grade classroom
St. Bartholomew Catholic School
09.2022 - 06.2023
Co Teacher in the Kindergarten classroom
St. Bartholomew Catholic School
09.2021 - 06.2022
Lead Teacher for the Young Three’s Classroom
Clara Barton Center for Children
07.2018 - 09.2021
Lead Teacher for the Four's Classroom
Nist Child Care Center
07.2017 - 06.2018
Lead Teacher for the Two's Classroom
Nist Child Care Center
08.2013 - 07.2017
Lead Teacher for the Two's and Three's Classroom
Childtime
08.2010 - 08.2013
Lead Teacher for the Two's and Three's Classroom
Child's Garden Learning Center
01.2010 - 08.2010
Assistant Teacher for the primary classroom
Austin Children's Montessori
05.2009 - 08.2009
Lead Teacher for the Two's Classroom
KinderCare Learning Center
05.2008 - 08.2008
Assistant Teacher for the primary classroom
Slippery Rock University Child Care Center
01.2007 - 05.2008
Early Childhood Education Certification Cohort Program -
Notre Dame of Maryland University
Bachelor of Science - Education, Early Childhood
Slippery Rock University