Nishani Kohilawaththa
Hazlet,NJ
Summary
Dynamic Office Manager with extensive experience in budget management and effective communication. Proven ability to train and develop employees, resulting in improved team performance and operational efficiency. Recognized for exceptional customer service and strict adherence to industry compliance standards.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Office Manager
Ruwan construction
Staten Island, NY
05.2020 - 02.2025
- Delivered comprehensive administrative support to management team, preparing reports and presentations efficiently.
- Assisted in budget development for departmental expenses, ensuring alignment with financial goals.
- Maintained filing system for records, correspondence and other documents.
Teacher/Front Desk Receptionist
Holmdel Montessori
Holmdel, New Jersey
04.2018 - 04.2020
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
- Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Received recognition for contributions to innovative concepts in classroom instruction.
- Evaluated students on monthly basis and adjusted lessons accordingly to incorporate improvements.
Director of Operations
Discovery World Learning Center
Union Beach, NJ
03.2005 - 11.2017
- Facilitated parent-teacher conferences to foster effective communication and collaboration.
- Monitored financial budgets to ensure optimal allocation of resources in childcare operations.
- Developed targeted marketing plans to boost enrollment numbers in the program.
- Maintained accurate records of children's attendance, health information and developmental progress.
- Inspected facilities regularly to ensure cleanliness and safety requirements are met.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members or between staff and families.
- Organized and supervised staff recruitment, training and performance management.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss strategies for improving quality of childcare services.
Montessori Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
Staten Island , NJ
11.2002 - 02.2005
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and set goals throughout the year.
- Maintained comprehensive records of student assessments, work samples, and anecdotal notes.
- Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, and playgrounds to ensure safety.
- Collaborated with parents to address academic progress and behavior concerns effectively.
- Established positive relationships with parents to enhance communication regarding student well-being.
- Worked with colleagues to plan interdisciplinary lessons that integrate multiple subject areas.
- Created a safe and orderly learning environment conducive to student success.
Education
Associate of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
SUNY Empire State College
Saratoga Springs, NY06-2004
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Terminology And Coding
Brookdale Community College
Lincroft, NJSome College (No Degree) - HIPPA Privacy Rules And Customer Service
Skillup New Jersey
Skills
- Time management
- Communication skills
- Customer service and support
- Employee training and development
- Payroll processing and record keeping
- Clear oral and written communication
- Data entry and clerical support
- Office software proficiency
- Budget management
- HIPAA compliance and medical terminology
- Medical coding expertise
Timeline
Office Manager
Ruwan construction
05.2020 - 02.2025
Teacher/Front Desk Receptionist
Holmdel Montessori
04.2018 - 04.2020
Director of Operations
Discovery World Learning Center
03.2005 - 11.2017
Montessori Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
11.2002 - 02.2005
Associate of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
SUNY Empire State College
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Terminology And Coding
Brookdale Community College
Some College (No Degree) - HIPPA Privacy Rules And Customer Service
Skillup New Jersey
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