Kalana Cooray
Experienced English Language Teacher with extensive expertise in curriculum development and lesson planning for grades 1 to 13. As a Resource Person in the Welimada Education Zone, facilitated language development for thousands of students and contributed as a G.C.E. O/L English Examination Paper Marker. Committed to enhancing student assessment and integrating educational technology to foster effective learning environments. Recognized for strong communication skills and leadership in educational initiatives.
- Gained over 12 years of professional experience in English language teaching from grade 1 to 13
- Served as a Resource Person in English Language in the Welimada Education Zone, supporting thousands of students' language development
- Contributed as a G.C.E. O/L English Examination Paper Marker, supporting the assessment and evaluation of students’ English language performance
- Developed students’ English language, communication, presentation and creative skills for students through classroom and extracurricular activities
- Collaborated with faculty to integrate technology into curriculum, enhancing student learning experiences
- Facilitated after-school tutoring sessions, improving student test scores.
Studied phonetics, phonology, semantics, syntax, morphology, applied linguistics, historical linguistics, psycholinguistics, and sociolinguistics.
Focused on effective teaching methodologies and curriculum development.
Founded and managed my own institute focused on elocution and language development for learners from preschool to adult level.