Lahiruni Kannangara
Colombo, Sri Lanka,11
Summary
Experienced educational professional skilled in leading diverse teams and coordinating large-scale events. Successfully managed the launch of innovative extracurricular initiatives while maintaining high educational standards. Committed to fostering engaging learning spaces through collaboration and strategic planning.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Center Manager
Footsteps Preschool
Dehiwala
09.2024 - 08.2025
- Supported the Head of Center in overseeing branch management and staff coordination, ensuring the day-to-day operations of the facility ran smoothly and efficiently.
- Managed school’s academic and event calendars, successfully planning and managing major school-wide functions from the initial concept to the final day.
- Collaborated with Senior Leaders to move beyond standard procedures. I helped lead the brainstorming and rollout of practical improvements that made the center run more effectively for the whole team.
Teacher in Charge - Discovery Club
Footsteps Preschool
Dehiwala
09.2024 - 08.2025
- Was the Teacher in charge of the new extracurricular initiative for the 2024 academic year. I managed the end-to-end promotion and visual branding of the club, while coordinating with the team to deliver creative, high-engagement activities for all participants.
Head of FS1
Footsteps Preschool
Dehiwala
03.2024 - 08.2025
- Led the Foundation Stage 1 team with a focus on keeping educational standards high and ensuring our curriculum was delivered consistently and creatively.
- Took the lead on lesson planning across multiple branches, bringing teams together to share fresh ideas and keep our teaching unified.
- Co-organized the first-ever Footsteps Preschool Swimming Gala in 2024; I worked closely with the Senior Leadership Team to build this event from the ground up for our students.
FS1 - Class Teacher
Footsteps Preschool
Dehiwala
03.2024 - 08.2025
- Designed and implemented engaging, play-based lesson plans that focused on cognitive and motor skill development. I established consistent daily routines to create a safe, nurturing environment where students felt confident and engaged.
- Closely monitored student progress and adapted my teaching strategies to meet the unique needs and skill levels of every child. I ensured that each student was supported and challenged at their own pace.
- Built strong relationships with parents and worked closely with them to align on educational goals and address any behavioral or academic needs together.
Education
Early Childhood Education
Prospects College of Higher Education
Colombo Sri Lanka11-2024
Certificate in Early Learning
Mother's Touch International Academy
Colombo Sri Lanka02-2023
BTEC Advance Diploma in Photography
Academy of Multimedia Design & Technology
Colombo Sri Lanka07-2017
Musaeus College
Colombo 7 Sri Lanka08-2014
Skills
- Staff coordination
- Curriculum planning
- Leadership development
- Team collaboration
- Time Managment
- Classroom management
- Event coordination
- Cultural awareness
- Parent-teacher communication
- Adaptability in teaching
Languages
English
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Timeline
Deputy Center Manager
Footsteps Preschool
09.2024 - 08.2025
Teacher in Charge - Discovery Club
Footsteps Preschool
09.2024 - 08.2025
Head of FS1
Footsteps Preschool
03.2024 - 08.2025
FS1 - Class Teacher
Footsteps Preschool
03.2024 - 08.2025
Early Childhood Education
Prospects College of Higher Education
Certificate in Early Learning
Mother's Touch International Academy
BTEC Advance Diploma in Photography
Academy of Multimedia Design & Technology
Musaeus College