Chamari Rajapakse

Teacher, Beautician & Care-Giver

Professional Summary

I am an experienced teacher and beauty professional, currently teaching Buddhist Studies in both English and Sinhala. I also run “The Charmings Salon & Academy,” with over five years of experience in the beauty industry. I am skilled in makeup, nail care, and hair treatments, and have strong communication, teaching, care-giving and management skills.

Work Experience
Pre & Primary English Teacher
Vajira College | 2005 - 2009

Developed and delivered age-appropriate English language lessons, creating engaging plans supported by multimedia resources. Maintained an organized and inclusive classroom environment while regularly assessing student progress. Teaching methods were adapted to suit diverse learning styles, with a strong focus on improving students' reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills.

Library Assistant
National Science Foundation | 2009 - 2010

Assisted patrons in using library resources such as computers, databases, and catalogs, while also providing basic research and reference support. Processed new materials through cataloging and labeling, managed check-ins and check-outs, and helped maintain library equipment and technology. Additionally, I provided administrative support to library staff as needed.

Buddhist Studies Teacher
Sri Gunarathana Dhamma School | 2005 - Present

Delivered engaging lectures and interactive lessons on Buddhist philosophy, history, teachings, and religious practices, while facilitating meaningful discussions on ethics and real-life applications. I designed and conducted assessments to monitor students’ understanding and progress, provided individual and group support through tutorials, and organized supervised field trips to temples and cultural events to enhance hands-on learning experiences.

Beauty Culture Specialist
The Charmings Salon & Academy | Present

I provided a wide range of professional beauty services, including eyelash extensions, nail treatments such as gel, acrylics, extensions, and detailed nail art, as well as eyebrow shaping and grooming. I delivered high-quality manicures, pedicures, and makeup services for both everyday wear and bridal occasions, along with personalized facial treatments based on clients’ skin needs. I consulted with clients to understand their preferences and recommend suitable services, maintained a clean and hygienic workspace, and stayed updated with the latest trends and techniques. I was also skilled in various hair extension methods, including tape-in, sew-in, fusion, micro-ring, and clip-in applications.

Education
Primary Teacher Training Diploma Course
Ceylinco Sussex Teacher Training Academy (Nugegoda, Sri Lanka)
Diploma Course of Spoken English
Asian Education Foundation (Nugegoda, Sri Lanka)
Computer Diploma Course
Academy of Information Technology (Kiribathgoda, Sri Lanka)
Certificate & Advanced Certificate Course
Pre-school Education in the Open University of Sri Lanka
Beauty & Bridal Diploma Course
Champi Siriwardana Salon & Academy
Followed the Care giver National Certificate Course
NVQ Level 3
References
Mr. Amila Perera (MCS)
Chief Information Officer
Epic Lanka Technologies pvt. ltd.
221/3 Thalangama North, Battaramulla, Sri Lanka
+94 777 124 213
Mr. Chathura Rajapakse (BSC)
Lead Software Automation Engineer
EPAM Systems, Kraków, Poland
Street Przykop y 14A/52, Kraków, Poland
+48 889 016 387