Shamalee Bandara
Putra Nilai
Summary
Qualified Lecturer in Special Needs Education with a Master's degree in the field. Delivered engaging lectures and assessments, fostering student development through inclusive teaching practices. Committed to enhancing educational outcomes in diverse learning environments.
Overview
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1
Certification
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Part-Time Lecturer
St' George Teacher Training Institute
Colombo, Sri-Lanka
03.2026 - Current
- Designed, planned and taught lectures based on curriculum requirements and exams.
- Used diverse teaching methods, including lectures, presentations and class activities to deliver curriculum.
- Created presentations to deliver lecture material in classroom and online learning environments.
- Developed tests and materials to assess and promote student learning objectives.
- Assessed student assignments and examinations, providing constructive feedback to support learning outcomes.
- Administered examinations, graded papers and assigned fair, accurate grades based on results.
Part-Time Lecturer
First Friends Campus
Colombo
01.2025 - Current
- Designed, planned and taught lectures based on curriculum requirements and exams.
- Delivered engaging lectures to Diploma level Teacher Training students, fostering a dynamic learning environment.
- Used diverse teaching methods, including lectures, presentations and class activities to deliver curriculum.
- Created presentations to deliver lecture material in classroom and online learning environments.
- Created tests and educational materials to effectively assess and advance student learning objectives.
- Evaluated student assignments and examinations, offering constructive feedback that enhanced understanding and academic performance.
Part-Time Lecturer
Chester College of Higher Education
Colombo
01.2023 - Current
- Delivered engaging lectures for diploma, bachelor's, and master's level students, fostering an interactive learning environment.
- Designed, planned and taught lectures based on curriculum requirements and exams.
- Employed diverse teaching methods, including lectures, presentations, and class activities, to enhance student understanding and engagement with the curriculum.
- Developed tests and materials to assess and promote student learning objectives.
- Assessed student assignments and examinations, providing constructive feedback to support learning outcomes.
- Developed and presented visual materials to effectively convey lecture content in both classroom and online environments.
Part-Time Lecturer
British Law Campus
Colombo
12.2020 - Current
- Developed and implemented curriculum-aligned lectures, enhancing student preparedness for exams.
- Delivered engaging lectures for diploma level psychology and teacher training students, fostering understanding of core concepts.
- Used diverse teaching methods, including lectures, presentations and class activities to deliver curriculum.
- Mentored students, guiding them to achieve target grades through tailored support and feedback.
Lecturer cum Academic Coordinator
IIHS Multiversity
Colombo
02.2023 - 06.2025
- Developed and implemented comprehensive curriculum materials for B.Ed. programs to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Conducted lectures for undergraduate students across all B.Ed. programmes, fostering academic engagement.
- Designed and delivered lectures emphasizing inclusive education practices based on research in Special Needs Education.
- Coordinated academic activities and student assessments to ensure alignment with B.Ed. program standards and accreditation requirements.
- Collaborated with faculty and administration to plan and execute academic schedules and events, ensuring smooth coordination across departments.
- Used diverse teaching methods, including lectures, presentations and class activities to deliver curriculum.
- Designed, planned and taught lectures based on curriculum requirements and exams.
- Guided students through academic challenges, enhancing understanding and supporting achievement of target grades.
- Evaluated student assignments and examinations to identify comprehension gaps, providing constructive feedback to improve learning outcomes.
Special Needs Education Teacher
Sumaga Special Needs School
Colombo
08.2019 - 11.2022
- Delivered educational and sensory integration therapies, enhancing engagement and learning for students with disabilities.
- Designed and implemented recreational activities and programmes to foster educational, sensory, social, and emotional growth in children with disabilities.
- Planned and implemented lessons utilising a variety of teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Used effective teaching methods to assist with student development, including collaborative learning, positive reinforcement, modelling and explicit instruction.
- Monitored and evaluated student performance to pinpoint specific areas for targeted improvement.
- Maintained trusting student relationships by providing both educational and emotional support to students.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
Teacher Assistant
Wesgreen International School
Sharjah
05.2018 - 06.2019
- Provided one-on-one and small group support to students with diverse learning needs, including those with special needs.
- Facilitated small group sessions to support learning for all students, including those with special needs.
- Offered students one-on-one assistance with class assignments and activities.
- Assisted in preparing and organising instructional materials to support classroom activities.
- Organised classroom resources and materials to streamline lesson preparation for the teacher.
- Supervised children during activities and play, ensuring safety and proactively managing behavioural issues.
English Language Teacher
Negombo South International School
Colombo
09.2016 - 12.2017
- Taught the English Language for grades six to eight in both London and local syllabuses.
- Delivered dynamic lessons tailored to various age groups, emphasising grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation skills.
- Fostered student progression through interactive lessons that motivated and engaged learners.
- Coordinated classroom activities to enhance student learning and engagement.
- Understood and followed national standards within English language teaching for assigned age groups.
Nursery Teacher
Unique Early Childhood Development Center
Colombo
09.2014 - 08.2016
- Taught students aged two and a half to five years, including those with special needs, fostering an inclusive learning environment.
- Guided children in developing basic literacy and numeracy skills through playful and interactive approaches.
- Organised engaging daily activities that promoted children's development within a structured environment.
- Facilitated independence in children by guiding them through daily tasks such as dressing and toileting.
- Conducted and instructed the school's western band.
Nursery Teacher
St. Judes Montessori and Day Care
Ja-ela
09.2013 - 09.2014
- Educated students aged two and a half to 5 years, adapting lessons for diverse learning needs.
- Led and organised school's western band, enhancing students' musical skills and teamwork.
- Helped children become more independent when performing daily tasks, assisting with dressing and toileting.
- Guided children in developing basic literacy and numeracy skills through playful and interactive approaches.
- Coordinated and planned activities which kept children engaged and entertained throughout the day.
Education
Master by Research - in Learning, Design and Technology
INTI International University
Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia01-2028
PGDip - Child Protection and Rights
University of Colombo
Colombo12-2025
M.Ed. - Special Needs Education
Open University of Sri-Lanka
Colombo, Colombo12-2024
Diploma - Teaching and Education Studies
IDM Nations Campus
Colombo, Colombo12-2014
Advanced Level - Languages Stream
Newstead Girls' College
Negombo06-2012
Ordinary Level -
Mary Immaculate Convent
Ja-Ela06-2007
B.Ed (Hons) - Education Administration
Open University of Malaysia
Petaling Jaya, Selangor05-2018
Skills
- Curriculum design
- Curriculum development
- Lesson planning
- Assessment skills
- SEN strategies
- Inclusive teaching
- Classroom management
- Academic Coordination
- Early childhood education knowledge
- Problem-solving
- Time Management
- Leadership
- Teamwork
- Student mentorship
- Multicultural Awareness
- Communication
- Communication skills
- Inclusive techniques
- Early childhood education knowledge
Certification
- Supporting and Engaging People with Autism, Swinburne University of Technology, Australia, 2020-08-01
- Introduction to Psychology: Developmental Psychology, Monash University, Australia, 2020-08-01
- Covid-19: Psychological First Aid, Public Health England, 2020-07-01
- Creating Apps in the Classroom, Queensland University of Technology, Australia, 2020-07-01
Accomplishments
- Conducted research on Inclusive Education Practices in Sri Lanka.
- Conducted workshops for faculty on inclusive education practices.
- Selected to participate in the National Music Festival for Unity organized by the Ministry of Human Resource Development, Education and Cultural Affairs, 2003.
- Awarded distinction in Grade 5 Theory of Music by Trinity College London.
Languages
English
Sinhala
Japanese
Custom
- Reading
- Drawing
- Writing moral stories for children
- Baking
Timeline
Part-Time Lecturer
St' George Teacher Training Institute
03.2026 - Current
Part-Time Lecturer
First Friends Campus
01.2025 - Current
Lecturer cum Academic Coordinator
IIHS Multiversity
02.2023 - 06.2025
Part-Time Lecturer
Chester College of Higher Education
01.2023 - Current
Part-Time Lecturer
British Law Campus
12.2020 - Current
Special Needs Education Teacher
Sumaga Special Needs School
08.2019 - 11.2022
Teacher Assistant
Wesgreen International School
05.2018 - 06.2019
English Language Teacher
Negombo South International School
09.2016 - 12.2017
Nursery Teacher
Unique Early Childhood Development Center
09.2014 - 08.2016
Nursery Teacher
St. Judes Montessori and Day Care
09.2013 - 09.2014
Master by Research - in Learning, Design and Technology
INTI International University
PGDip - Child Protection and Rights
University of Colombo
M.Ed. - Special Needs Education
Open University of Sri-Lanka
Diploma - Teaching and Education Studies
IDM Nations Campus
Advanced Level - Languages Stream
Newstead Girls' College
Ordinary Level -
Mary Immaculate Convent
B.Ed (Hons) - Education Administration
Open University of Malaysia