P.D .S .SAHASSRA RAJAPAKSHA
Greenwich,Greater London
Summary
Motivated professional with expertise in educational settings, enhancing student outcomes through customized lesson designs and effective communication strategies. Strong relationships with students foster confidence and improve language proficiency. Committed to continuous improvement and adaptability in diverse teaching environments.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
IELTS Instructor
Keyano English Academy
01.2024 - Current
- Delivered IELTS preparation courses focusing on all four skills: reading, writing, listening, and speaking
- Supported students in achieving target band scores through structured lessons and practice tests
English Teacher - B1 Preliminary (PET)
British Council Examination Preparation
01.2024 - Current
- Prepared students for B1 Preliminary (PET) exams with emphasis on communicative competence and exam strategies
- Designed lessons aligned with Cambridge assessment criteria
English Teacher - KET (A2 Key)
British Council Examination Preparation
01.2023 - Current
- Taught foundational English skills to students preparing for A2 Key (KET) exams
- Focused on building confidence in basic communication and exam readiness
Private English Tutor (Advanced Level Students)
01.2018 - 01.2024
- Provided one-to-one and small group tuition for advanced-level English students
- Tailored lesson plans to individual learning needs, focusing on grammar, writing, and critical analysis
- Helped students improve academic performance and language proficiency
English Teaching Intern
International School, Sri Lanka
- Taught English to Ordinary Level students under supervision
- Assisted in lesson planning, classroom management, and student assessment
- Gained practical experience in an international school environment
Education
Master's Degree - Education
University of Greenwich
London01-2025
BA(HONS) - TESL
University of Kelaniya
01-2024
Certificate Course - Teaching IELTS
St. George International Teacher Training Institute
01-2024
Diploma - Psychology
ICBT Campus Colombo
Colombo01-2022
Diploma - Office Application and Web Designing
IDM Nations' Campus
Panadura01-2020
Certificate Course - Office Application
Aquinas University College
Wadduwa01-2016
Skills
- English teaching
- Counseling and psychology
- MS Office proficiency
- Adobe Photoshop expertise
- Web design (HTML)
- Critical thinking
Languages
English
Sinhala
Custom Section
Teaching Insights Blog:
https://sahasseportfolio38.blogspot.com/2024/02/my-teaching-philosophy.html
Publications
- Impact of the Trilingual Policy When Getting a Job in the Bank of Ceylon Banking Sector, 5th Undergraduate Research Symposium, University of Kelaniya, 2023
- Exploring the Efficacy of Performance-Based Language Assessments in Evaluating Reading and Listening Skills: A Case Study at Aquinas College, Koralagala, Undergraduate Research Publication, 2023
Volunteer Experience
- Resource Person, Word Wave, Rotaract Club of the University of Kelaniya, 2024
- Chair Person, Women Empowerment Project, University Leo Club, 2022
- Secretary, Pediatric Cancer Project, University Leo Club, 2022
- Secretary, Spectrum (About Digital Currency and NFT), University Rotaract Club, 2022
- Treasurer, Maternity and Child Health, University Rotaract Club, 2022
References
- Prof. Rania Hafez, Faculty of Education and Health, University of Greenwich, r.hafez@gre.ac.uk
- Ewa Sidorenko, Senior Lecturer in Education and Community Studies, University of Greenwich, e.j.sidorenko@gre.ac.uk
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
IELTS Instructor
Keyano English Academy
01.2024 - Current
English Teacher - B1 Preliminary (PET)
British Council Examination Preparation
01.2024 - Current
English Teacher - KET (A2 Key)
British Council Examination Preparation
01.2023 - Current
Private English Tutor (Advanced Level Students)
01.2018 - 01.2024
English Teaching Intern
International School, Sri Lanka
Master's Degree - Education
University of Greenwich
BA(HONS) - TESL
University of Kelaniya
Certificate Course - Teaching IELTS
St. George International Teacher Training Institute
Diploma - Psychology
ICBT Campus Colombo
Diploma - Office Application and Web Designing
IDM Nations' Campus
Certificate Course - Office Application
Aquinas University College