Shashi Liyanage
Summary
Personable and dedicated with strong foundation in child development and hands-on activities. Possesses knowledge of early childhood education principles, paired with skills in organizing engaging educational activities and managing classroom environments. Capable of creating nurturing and stimulating atmosphere to support children's growth and learning.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
Smart Starters Child Care Center
01.2025 - Current
- Supported early language development through storytelling, reading books, and engaging children in interactive conversations.
- Managed daily routines efficiently, ensuring smooth transitions between different activities throughout the day without any loss of instructional time.
- Created a nurturing and safe environment for children to grow emotionally, socially, and academically.
- Enhanced children''s learning experiences by incorporating engaging play activities and age-appropriate educational materials.
- Established strong relationships with families through open communication channels.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
Baby Sitter
M' Fernandos
10.2023 - 12.2024
- Provided a safe environment for children, ensuring their well-being and security at all times.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Handled emergencies effectively, demonstrating quick thinking and responsiveness in high-stress situations.
Administrative Assistant
Surtek Industries
12.2022 - 12.2023
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
Nursery Teacher
ESOL College
07.2015 - 05.2021
- Contributed to the professional development of fellow teachers by sharing best practices and offering constructive feedback during peer observations.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing proactive interventions to maintain a productive learning atmosphere for all students.
- Developed innovative approaches to teaching core curriculum content, resulting in improved student retention rates.
- Evaluated student progress using formative and summative assessments, adjusting instructional strategies as needed for optimal results.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating hands-on activities and interactive materials in lesson plans.
Education
Certificate - Early Childhood Education
Pacific Rim Early Childhood Institute
Certificate - Certificate in Health, Safety & Nutrition For ECEA
Pacific Rim Early Childhood Institute
04-2024
Certificate - Responsible Adult Course in Child Development,Child
YMCA
03-2024
Certificate - Emergency Childcare First Aid And CPR Training, Al
St. Mark James Training & Supplies
02-2024
Masters of Business Administration -
University Canada West
12.2022
Bachelor of LLB -
University of Colombo
06.2012
Skills
- Classroom organization
- Health and safety
- Parent-teacher communication
- Child development
- Nutrition awareness
- Creative expression
- Child assessment
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Organized and efficient
Languages
English
References
Available Upon Request
Timeline
Volunteer
Smart Starters Child Care Center
01.2025 - Current
Baby Sitter
M' Fernandos
10.2023 - 12.2024
Administrative Assistant
Surtek Industries
12.2022 - 12.2023
Nursery Teacher
ESOL College
07.2015 - 05.2021
Bachelor of LLB -
University of Colombo
Certificate - Early Childhood Education
Pacific Rim Early Childhood Institute
Certificate - Certificate in Health, Safety & Nutrition For ECEA
Pacific Rim Early Childhood Institute
Certificate - Responsible Adult Course in Child Development,Child
YMCA
Certificate - Emergency Childcare First Aid And CPR Training, Al
St. Mark James Training & Supplies
Masters of Business Administration -
University Canada West
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