Dulanga Kodituwakku
Staten Island,NY
Summary
Dedicated educator with over 10 years of experience in diverse teaching roles, committed to fostering positive student relationships and academic growth. Expertise in differentiated instruction and behavior management, creating engaging and safe learning environments for all students.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER
NYC Department of Education & SCHOOL PROFESSIONALS
12.2024 - Current
- Deliver instruction and maintain continuity of learning in elementary and secondary classrooms.
- Implement lesson plans and classroom procedures while fostering a safe and productive learning environment.
- Differentiate support to meet the academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs of diverse learners.
- Collaborate effectively with teachers, administrators, support staff, and families.
- Promote student engagement, responsibility, and academic growth through positive behavior strategies.
SCHOOL LEADERSHIP TEAM MEMBER
PS 54
Staten Island
01.2024 - Current
- Collaborate with school administrators, teachers, and parents to set goals and align school programs with student needs.
- Participate in decision-making related to curriculum, budget allocation, and family engagement initiatives.
- Support school-wide initiatives that foster academic achievement and positive school culture.
TUTOR
INDEPENDENT TUTOR
11.2021 - Current
- Provide individualized tutoring in K–8 Math and K–5 ELA, supporting homework completion and state test readiness.
- Communicate regularly with parents to track student progress and collaborate on learning strategies.
- Create tailored lesson plans that foster academic growth, confidence, and readiness for assessments.
- Cultivate a supportive learning environment that encourages positive behavior, responsibility, and resilience.
TUTOR K-8 MATH, ENGLISH
Tutorfly Holdings Inc.
02.2024 - 09.2024
- (Remote)
TUTOR K-8 MATH, ENGLISH (READING), ELA, HOMEWORK SUPPORT
Back to Basics Learning Dynamics
01.2022 - 07.2023
- Delivered individualized and group instruction in Math, ELA, and Reading, supporting over 60 students across multiple schools.
- Collaborated with teachers, staff, and families to align academic goals and ensure student progress.
- Conducted ongoing assessments, tracked performance data, and communicated results to families and school administrators.
- Designed engaging lessons and learning plans, fostering student confidence and academic growth.
- Maintained compliance with educational standards and participated in professional development.
- Delaware & George Reed School Delaware (Remote)
LECTURER AND INTERNAL VERIFIER
Management Scheme – International College of Business and Technology (ICBT) Campus
02.2015 - 07.2020
- Taught undergraduate courses and supervised student projects.
- Coordinated academic programs, mentored students, and facilitated workshops.
- Served as Internal Verifier, ensuring compliance with academic standards.
- Associate College for Cardiff Metropolitan University, Cardiff, UK
HR & ADMINISTRATION OFFICER
Corporate Sector
01.2009 - 01.2015
- Supervised staff recruitment, training, and performance management.
- Maintained compliance, scheduling, and operational records.
- Coordinated cross-departmental operations to support organizational goals.
- Sri Lanka
Education
Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Curriculum and Development
Southeastern University
OK, USA01-2022
Master of Business Studies -
University of Colombo
Sri Lanka01-2015
Post Graduate Diploma in Business Management -
University of Colombo
Sri Lanka01-2013
Bachelor’s Degree in Law -
Open University
Sri LankaSkills
- Classroom & Behavior Management
- Technical Proficiency
- Lesson Implementation & Adaptability
- Student Engagement & Support
- Family & Community Communication
- Behavior Management & Student Support
- Cultural Competency
- Problem-Solving & Flexibility
Certification
- New York State Teacher Certification – Individual Evaluation Completed
- Pursuing New York State Childhood Education and Early Childhood Certification
- Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) Workshop, 05/25
- Schools Against Violence in Education, 05/25
- Foundations in Health and Safety e-learning, 12/24, OCFC, NY
- Mandated Reporter Training, 12/24, OCFC, NY
- Prevention and Identification of Brain Injuries and Head Trauma, 08/25, OCFC, NY
- Preventing Sudden Death Syndrome, 08/25, OCFC, NY
- Confronting sexual harassment training, 09/25
File Number
0961228
Timeline
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER
NYC Department of Education & SCHOOL PROFESSIONALS
12.2024 - Current
TUTOR K-8 MATH, ENGLISH
Tutorfly Holdings Inc.
02.2024 - 09.2024
SCHOOL LEADERSHIP TEAM MEMBER
PS 54
01.2024 - Current
TUTOR K-8 MATH, ENGLISH (READING), ELA, HOMEWORK SUPPORT
Back to Basics Learning Dynamics
01.2022 - 07.2023
TUTOR
INDEPENDENT TUTOR
11.2021 - Current
LECTURER AND INTERNAL VERIFIER
Management Scheme – International College of Business and Technology (ICBT) Campus
02.2015 - 07.2020
HR & ADMINISTRATION OFFICER
Corporate Sector
01.2009 - 01.2015
Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Curriculum and Development
Southeastern University
Master of Business Studies -
University of Colombo
Post Graduate Diploma in Business Management -
University of Colombo
Bachelor’s Degree in Law -
Open University