Devinka De Silva (Peiris)

Experience

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  California State University, East Bay

  Sept 2004 - Dec 2006

  Resource for prospective international students with University application and admission processes, answering a high volume of telephone and e-mail inquiries. Assisted International students daily with various inquiries and needs. Researched, cataloged and documented all policies and procedures, creating a handbook and handover process for creating an orientation action plan for new International Students.

  • International Admissions Representative

    Jan 2005 - Dec 2006

  • Student Assistant

    Sept 2004 - Dec 2005
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  Montessori School Of Fremont

  Jul 2007 - Jul 2009

  Elementary School Assistant Teacher

  Provided strong support to Elementary Montessori Guides with supervision, guidance and motivation of elementary students ages 6 to 12 years old. Organized school events; coordination of fund raising events, the production of an annual school Opera, student exhibitions, educational field trips, International day.

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  Montessori School of Fremont

  Oct 2009 - Nov 2011

  Head of Primary Extended Day Program

  Creative teacher who designed and implemented an educational and enjoyable curriculum as extended Montessori activities for children ages 2 to 6 years old from 12pm to 6 pm. Activities and lessons included science, gardening, cooking, nutrition, arts and crafts, grace and courtesy.

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  Mission Valley Montessori School

  Nov 2011 - Jun 2015

  Directed an accredited Montessori School while strictly adhering to high standards of educational quality. •Sustained customer satisfaction by directing school tours to approximately 12 to 15 parents of prospective students per week; Answering inquiries; treating each person with respect and providing information and referrals.•Developed positive, professional relationships with customers by conducting individual orientations for new students and parents, educating them of Montessori Education, school rules and regulations.•Ensured superior service and satisfaction by responding quickly and diplomatically to concerns of families of 199 students. •Earned the trust and confidence of employees and customers (teachers and families) by serving as a liaison with reliable follow-through.•Created a harmonious work environment by resolving conflicts among employees with a positive approach of active listening, consideration, and discretion. Show less

  • Co Director

    May 2014 - Jun 2015

  • Head Teacher

    Nov 2011 - Dec 2014
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  Montessori Unlimited

  Sept 2015 - Jun 2020

  Administrative Director- Bethany Village Montessori School

  Strategic leader who oversaw the growth of a licensed school by building a cohesive and qualified staff, safety and security, quality of education, financial progress, digital transformation, and compliance. • Increased school revenue by 100% by increasing parental engagement, implementing a creative marketing strategy, and adjusting labor costs to better accommodate operational needs.• Built positive relationships between customers and employees (parents and teachers) by implementing the use of technology to align external communication.• Reduced employee turnover more than 50% and built a socially cohesive team by Improving employee relations through training and development, coaching conversations, and community building events•Maintained an efficiently run school with the implementation of customer resource management applications that included the latest technology in the following: lead management, student enrollment, financial management, policy and compliance management, applicant tracking system, human resources information system, learning management system.•Complied with strict health and safety standards by maintaining the State childcare license with the Oregon State Office of Childcare Licensing rules and regulations. •Sustained an equitable and diverse school by advocating for inclusion of children with disabilities through supporting the implementation of special accommodations through an ADA process. Show less

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  Nextech AR Solutions

  Sept 2020 - May 2024

  As the sole HR Generalist, I provide Human Resource support to 150+ team members across the United States, Canada, Europe, and Asia. I have been instrumental to the company’s rapid growth through close collaboration with the CHRO, ensuring a seamless rollout of strategies, objectives, and HR directions at the global level.

  • Human Resources Business Partner

    Jan 2022 - May 2024

  • Human Resources Coordinator

    Nov 2020 - Dec 2021

  • Finance Support

    Sept 2020 - Nov 2020
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  Mindful Montessori

  Apr 2024 - now

  Director