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Hello! I’m Imeshi Nugawela, an educator with over eleven years in Early Childhood and Primary Education, plus experience in customer service. I’m passionate about creating engaging, inclusive learning experiences and collaborating with families and colleagues to support every child’s growth. I thrive in both independent and team settings and am motivated to contribute my strengths to new opportunities in Australia.
I’m currently advancing my credentials with a Master of Counselling and a Health Science degree, equipping me to support learners and families holistically. My strengths include leadership, mentoring, clear communication, and adaptability under challenging conditions. I look forward to applying these skills in a role that combines education and counselling to make a positive impact.
Skills
Experience Level
Expert
Language
English
Fluent
Sinhala, Sinhalese
Advanced
Work Experience
Casual Educator at ANZUK Education
December 1, 2025 - PresentSupporting daily early childhood learning activities while improving classroom engagement and routines with measurable outcomes. Collaborating with educators to design and deliver structured lessons that raised participation and learning consistency. Maintaining safe indoor and outdoor environments, reducing incidents and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Assisting in planning and implementing activity plans that increase child engagement and learning outcomes. Communicating clearly with parents and staff to resolve concerns and maintain high satisfaction and continuity of care.
Front of House Staff at Manila in Canberra
January 1, 2026 - PresentCoordinating shift handovers and real-time task lists with kitchen and bar teams to prevent order delays and maintain consistent service quality. Monitoring customer feedback trends and relaying actionable issues to management, enabling targeted improvements and noticeable gains in satisfaction. Delivering attentive, friendly service and quick problem resolution to cultivate a welcoming atmosphere.
Permanent Casual Early Childhood Teacher at Edge Early Learning Centre, Canberra
October 1, 2024 - PresentDesigning play-based learning modules aligning with curriculum, improving engagement and promoting measurable developmental progress through targeted activities. Maintaining accurate observational records and learning portfolios, enabling informed assessment cycles and supporting targeted curriculum adjustments. Mentoring newer educators during shifts, sharing classroom management techniques and preserving a calm, productive environment during peak periods. Organising daily routines and resource allocation to ensure smooth classroom operations, reducing transition delays and sustaining program quality. Monitoring child development indicators and adapted activities based on observations, driving noticeable progress in social and fine-motor skills. Facilitating inclusive group activities that encourage peer collaboration and curiosity, fostering a welcoming atmosphere that supports learning readiness.
Sales & Marketing Representative at Saba Freestand Store, Canberra Centre
December 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025Implemented themed window displays and promotions that drove noticeable increases in store inquiries and customer engagement. Managed product merchandising and stock rotation to maintain visual standards and reduce shelf gaps, supporting steady sales availability. Analyzed daily sales patterns and customer preferences to adjust in-store offers, producing measurable improvements in conversion. Conducted consultative customer conversations to match products to needs, strengthening purchase intent and repeat visits. Maintained accurate price tags, promotional signage, and displays to uphold brand presentation and reduce point-of-sale confusion. Executed seasonal campaign rollouts with visual merchandisers and regional marketing to ensure cohesive branding and smooth delivery. Coached new hires on product features and consultative selling techniques to accelerate onboarding and boost team confidence. Refined checkout procedures and queue flow to shorten customer wait times and improve sati
Teacher at Harrison School, Canberra
May 1, 2023 - December 1, 2023Designed differentiated lesson plans integrating hands-on activities to boost student engagement and produce noticeable improvements in classroom participation. Coordinated with parents and support staff to create individualized learning strategies, improving student understanding and classroom cohesion. Maintained accurate assessment records and tracked progress to identify learning gaps, enabling targeted interventions and measurable academic progress. Mentored new teachers through classroom observations and feedback sessions, strengthening teaching practices and team confidence. Assessed student performance trends to refine curriculum pacing and resource allocation, resulting in marked gains in lesson effectiveness. Implemented formative assessment routines to adjust instruction in real time, reducing repeated misconceptions and improving lesson outcomes. Fostered a positive classroom culture through interactive routines and recognition systems, promoting student motivation and cons
Part-time Sales & Marketing Representative at David Jones, Woden, Canberra
May 1, 2023 - December 1, 2023Cultivated relationships with repeat customers through personalized follow-ups and product recommendations, strengthening customer loyalty and driving sustained purchases. Trained casual staff on upselling techniques and POS procedures, raising transactional accuracy and enhancing overall service consistency. Provided hands-on assistance during busy shifts, balancing customer service and merchandising tasks to sustain throughput and positive shopper experiences.
Classroom Teacher at Curtin Primary School, Canberra
January 1, 2022 - May 1, 2022Designed differentiated lesson plans and interactive activities to address diverse learning needs, improving engagement and producing noticeable gains in student participation. Maintained accurate student records and assessment logs, enabling targeted interventions and clearer tracking of academic progress. Assessed formative data to adapt instruction mid-unit, addressing learning gaps and achieving marked progress on curriculum objectives. Cultivated a positive classroom culture through interactive class norms and celebrations, boosting motivation and cooperative behavior.
Full-time Teacher (Level 2) at Kirinari Early Childhood Centre, University of Canberra
July 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022Designed play-based learning modules integrating sensory and literacy activities to boost engagement and foster measurable developmental progress in preschoolers. Coordinated with families and specialists to create individualized learning plans, improving continuity of care and reinforcing developmental goals at home. Maintained accurate child observation records and daily reports, enabling timely interventions and clear communication with stakeholders. Mentored junior educators through co-teaching and feedback sessions, strengthening classroom consistency and staff confidence during transitions. Implemented structured behaviour strategies and positive reinforcement, leading to noticeable reductions in interruptions and smoother group activities. Piloted inclusive activities that accommodated diverse abilities, promoting social inclusion and enriching peer interactions across the centre.
Full-time Team Leader at Kirinari Early Childhood Centre, University of Canberra
June 1, 2020 - July 1, 2021Coordinated with families and specialists to create individualized learning plans, improving continuity of care and reinforcing developmental goals at home. Mentored junior educators through co-teaching and feedback sessions, strengthening classroom consistency and staff confidence during transitions. Implemented structured behaviour strategies and positive reinforcement, leading to noticeable reductions in interruptions and smoother group activities.
Childcare Educator at Kirinari Early Childhood Centre, University of Canberra
March 1, 2020 - June 1, 2020Designed play-based learning modules integrating sensory and literacy activities to boost engagement and foster measurable developmental progress in preschoolers. Maintained accurate child observation records and daily reports, enabling timely interventions and clear communication with stakeholders.
Assistant Educator at Anglicare - Southern Cross Early Childhood School, Canberra
June 1, 2018 - February 1, 2020Assisted in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate activities and routines; supported inclusion and learning readiness for a diverse group of children.
Assistant Educator at The South Side Community Services, Canberra
May 1, 2015 - May 1, 2018Contributed to childcare programs, facilitated group activities, and supported daily operations.
Assistant Educator at Noah's Ark Community Services in Child Care, Canberra
September 1, 2014 - February 1, 2015Supported child development through structured activities and observation-based planning.
Education
Master of Counselling at University of Canberra
September 1, 2024 - February 3, 2026Bachelor’s in Health Science at Torrens University
September 1, 2024 - February 3, 2026Bachelor of Early Childhood and Primary Education at University of Canberra
February 1, 2016 - July 1, 2019Diploma of Children’s Services (Early Childhood Education and Care) at Canberra Institute of Technology
February 1, 2014 - December 1, 2015Certificate III in Early Childhood Education & Care at Canberra Institute of Technology
February 1, 2014 - December 1, 2015General Certificate of Education - Advanced Level Examination (UK) at The British School in Colombo, Sri Lanka
August 1, 2009 - June 1, 2013Early Childhood, Primary and Middle School at Ladies’ College, Colombo, Sri Lanka
January 1, 1999 - August 1, 2009Qualifications
Certificate of completion for Health and Energy Healing
January 1, 2025 - February 3, 2026Certificate III in Mental Health
January 1, 2026 - February 3, 2026Food Handler Basics Course
December 1, 2025 - February 3, 2026Keeping Children & Young People Safe – A Guide to Reporting Child Abuse & Neglect in the ACT
September 1, 2021 - February 3, 2026Infection Control Training – Covid 19
August 1, 2021 - February 3, 2026Industry Experience
Education, Retail, Professional Services
Skills
Experience Level
Expert
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