Samanthi Hettigoda Liyanage
Damascus
Summary
Experienced assistant preschool teacher with a passion for play-based education. Team-player and collaborator. Lifelong learner. I love to set up environments that inspire young children to explore, imagine, collaborate, problem-solve, and play.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Teacher
Turning Point Montessori School
West Hills
01.2024 - Current
- Arrive before opening and prepare the environment for the children, setting out art materials, provocations, books about our current theme, and small-group activities.
- Inspect the playground for hazards, and check supply levels of outdoor materials.
- Greet families at the beginning of each day and help children get settled.
- Assist with circle time, welcoming children who arrive late and sitting with children who are having trouble focusing.
- Sit with the children during snack time, ensuring everyone has what they need.
- Transition children to outside time, assisting those who need a little extra help.
- Monitor playground activities, help ensure that all children find something with which to engage.
- Assist with lunch (family style).
- Transition children to nap time, cover teacher breaks.
- Clean up room during final outside time.
Education
West Valley Occupational Center
Woodland Hills, Winnetka11.2025
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Curriculum planning
- School policies and procedures
- Communication
- Lesson Planning
- Time Management
Certification
• West Valley Occupational Center, West Hills, Winnetka
• Early Childhood Education : Infant/ Toddler Studies
• Early Childhood Education Assistant /2
• Early Education/ 4 Special ED
* Child Development / 1 Foundations
* Child Development / 2 Curriculum
* Child Development /3 Supervision
* 2025- 2026 Annual Child Abuse Awareness Training
• Early Childhood Education : Infant/ Toddler Studies
• Early Childhood Education Assistant /2
• Early Education/ 4 Special ED
* Child Development / 1 Foundations
* Child Development / 2 Curriculum
* Child Development /3 Supervision
* 2025- 2026 Annual Child Abuse Awareness Training
Languages
English
References
Kim, Sherly, kcs21241@lausd.net, 661904211, West Valley Occupational Center
Volunteer Experience
- Busy Little fingers EEC, Teacher Assistant (Volunteer), Hesperia Ave, Reseda, 2024-06, 2024-07, Classroom preparation: Set up and tidy classrooms, and prepare materials for lessons, Teaching: Assist teachers with lesson preparation, lead discussion sections, and work with students individually or in small groups, Student support: Help students who need extra support or instruction, and look after children who are upset or unwell, Cleaned, sanitized, and set up eating areas in all classrooms., Served food according to state food safety standards and school nutrition plan.
- Rainbo Early Learning Center, Teacher Assistant (Volunteer), Parthenia, Winnetka, 2024-09, Present, Classroom preparation: Set up and tidy classrooms, and prepare materials for lessons, Teaching: Assist teachers with lesson preparation, lead discussion sections, and work with students individually or in small groups, Student support: Help students who need extra support or instruction, and look after children who are upset or unwell, Student progress: Monitor student behavior, record and report student progress, and communicate with parents, Classroom management: Oversee students during non-classroom times, such as lunch, recess, or field trips, Record keeping: Take attendance, grade assignments, and maintain records, Compliance: Comply with state, school, and class rules and regulations
Timeline
Assistant Teacher
Turning Point Montessori School
01.2024 - Current
West Valley Occupational Center