Dinusha Perera
Summary
Accomplished French educator with extensive experience at The British School in Colombo, adept in fostering oral proficiency and utilizing adaptive learning tools. Excelled in engaging diverse learners through innovative strategies, significantly enhancing classroom management and student rapport. Skilled in online teaching, demonstrating a unique blend of technical fluency and interpersonal effectiveness.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior School French Teacher
The British School in Colombo
08.2009 - Current
- Communicated with students in French to foster oral proficiency.
- Utilized various teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs within the classroom.
- Established positive rapport with students, fostering an environment of trust and open communication.
- Implemented effective classroom management techniques to maintain an orderly learning environment while addressing behavioral issues promptly and fairly.
French Lecturer
Alliance Française De Colombo
05.2008 - Current
- Diversified instructional strategies to meet varying needs of students including visual learners, auditory learners, kinesthetic learners, and those with special accommodations.
- Participated actively in professional development opportunities aimed at expanding pedagogical knowledge, staying current on best practices in foreign language education.
- Built rapport with each student by maintaining open lines of communication, allowing them to feel comfortable asking questions or seeking assistance when needed.
- Increased students'' understanding of complex grammatical structures through the implementation of interactive learning activities and assessments.
French and English Teacher
The Department of Official Languages
01.2004 - 09.2011
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
French Teacher for A Level Students Only
Sirimavo Bandaranayke Girl School
01.2002 - 08.2002
- Utilized various teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs within the classroom.
- Communicated with students in French to foster oral proficiency.
Education
M.D. - Teaching French As A Foreign Language
University of La Reunion
Reunion Irland06-2016
Master of Arts - Teaching French As A Foreign Language
University of Le Mans
Le Mans06-2015
High School Diploma -
Alliance Francaise De Paris
Paris06-2011
Skills
- French fluency
- Adaptive learning tools
- Online Teaching Experience
- Classroom Management
Certification
DELF / DALF Habilitation Examiner/ Corrector
TEF examiner
IB DP examiner
First Aid trained
Child Protection for international schools
Passionate About Reading, Watching French Films. Sports: Swimming And Tennis. Enjoying Paintings An
I have a deep passion for immersing myself in French culture through reading and watching French films, which enriches my language skills and understanding of the country's heritage. I also enjoy staying active through swimming and playing tennis, both of which help me relax and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Additionally, I have a keen appreciation for art and find joy in exploring and experiencing paintings, which inspire creativity and bring a sense of tranquility.
Timeline
Senior School French Teacher
The British School in Colombo
08.2009 - Current
French Lecturer
Alliance Française De Colombo
05.2008 - Current
French and English Teacher
The Department of Official Languages
01.2004 - 09.2011
French Teacher for A Level Students Only
Sirimavo Bandaranayke Girl School
01.2002 - 08.2002
M.D. - Teaching French As A Foreign Language
University of La Reunion
Master of Arts - Teaching French As A Foreign Language
University of Le Mans
High School Diploma -
Alliance Francaise De Paris
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