My Internship E-Portfolio

Hello! My name is Vimukthi vaz. I am a final year student at University of Kelaniya pursuing a degree on Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) at the Department of English Language Teaching (DELT). Interacting with my students brings me so much joy, and helping them chase their dreams fills me with a deep sense of fulfilment. I'm always eager to play a role in shaping the future leaders of our nation and witnessing their growth. 

“The task of the modern educator is not to cut down jungles, but to irrigate deserts” (Lewis, 1943). This statement reflects my understanding of teaching as an intentional and evolving process in which the classroom becomes an organized yet dynamic space for intellectual, linguistic, and personal growth. Therefore, I believe the role of a teacher is not that of a mere transmitter of knowledge, facts, and figures, but that of a guide and facilitator who provides clarity, direction, and support while gradually encouraging students to take responsibility for their own learning. My teaching philosophy is grounded in the belief that language is both an integral part of life and a dynamically powerful tool for social and academic mobility. Teaching English within the Sri Lankan National School Curriculum has made it evident that many learners experience English as both necessary and intimidating. Students often approach language learning with fear of making mistakes. For this reason, I prior...

My teaching practicum at St. John Paul II was a meaningful and challenging stage in my development as an English as a Second Language teacher. Teaching Grade 10 and Grade 11 students within the Sri Lankan National School Curriculum allowed me to experience the realities of classroom teaching, particularly the need to balance curriculum demands, learner needs, and time constraints. This practicum helped me move beyond theoretical understanding and develop a more practical awareness of how teaching decisions directly affect student engagement and learning. One of the most significant insights I gained during the practicum was the importance of setting clear and achievable lesson objectives. I noticed that lessons with a focused aim were generally more effective, especially in Grade 11 revision classes where students were preparing for the G.C.E. Ordinary Level examination. When lessons were structured around exam-type questions, model answers, and frequently tested grammar structures, ...

This section shows the personal comments I have received on two of my observations. It shows how I have developed in my internship over time.  Access my observation forms with this link.  HS/TE18/0045

This section showcases the teaching materials and lesson plans developed for classroom instruction. Access the lesson plans with the link;  Lesson Plans HS/TE18/0045  

This section contains my teaching practicum documents, including consent letter, completion letter, timetable, and feedback from students and a few classroom memories.  Internship forms  1. Consent Form 2. Completion Letter 3. Time Table  InternshipForms/HS/TE18/0045 Farewell Notes from the students Goodbye notes Classroom Memories Internship Memories