Andrea Hackova
Edmonton
Summary
I am an educator who is determined to deliver impactful learning experiences and instruction to foster a positive and inclusive learning environment by enhancing student engagement through hands-on learning and individualized support. I am committed to collaboration and building positive relationships with students, colleagues and families to allow all students to thrive and reach their full potential.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Teacher
Athlone Elementary School
10.2024 - 12.2024
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Attended a variety of professional development presentations.
- Collaborated with another student teacher to facilitate a school-wide physical activity event.
- Used the UFLI program to support students reading.
- Worked one-on-one with students to support and enhance their reading and writing.
Kennel Attendant
Klassic Kennels
06.2021 - 08.2024
- Maintained a clean and sanitary kennel environment through daily cleaning tasks, ensuring the comfort and well-being of all animals.
- Monitored and maintained food and water of boarded animals according to animal dietary health guidelines.
- Gave medications when needed.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive and compassionate service during pet drop-offs and pickups.
- Demonstrated a strong commitment to animal care by working flexible hours, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Student Teacher
St. Dominic Savio Catholic School
03.2024 - 04.2024
- Supported diverse learners with differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual needs and abilities.
- Provided constructive feedback on student work, guiding them toward improvement while building their confidence in their abilities.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
- Incorporated real-world applications into lessons, making content relevant and relatable for students.
- Continuously improved teaching practices through professional development opportunities.
- Created and developed unit and lesson plans to meet the curricular outcomes.
Child Development Facilitator
Aspire Special Needs Resource Centre
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Prepared children for success in classroom settings through encouragement and exploration of learning activities.
- Constructed age-appropriate goals and outcomes to assist children with special needs and developmental delays with guidance and support from occupational therapists, speech therapists, physical therapists and psychologists.
- Communicated respectfully and thoughtfully with parents and guardians.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Elementary Education
University of Alberta
Edmonton, AB04-2025
Bachelors of Kinesiology - Health Science
University of Alberta
Edmonton, AB04-2022
Skills
- Classroom management
- Differentiated instruction
- Curriculum and lesson planning
- Individualized supports
- Literacy development
- Organization and effective time management
- Team collaboration
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Slovak
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Student Teacher
Athlone Elementary School
10.2024 - 12.2024
Student Teacher
St. Dominic Savio Catholic School
03.2024 - 04.2024
Child Development Facilitator
Aspire Special Needs Resource Centre
01.2022 - 06.2022
Kennel Attendant
Klassic Kennels
06.2021 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Education - Elementary Education
University of Alberta
Bachelors of Kinesiology - Health Science
University of Alberta
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