ANNA BALIAS
Kitchener
Summary
Passionate and results-driven educator with experience in curriculum development, student engagement, and classroom management. Adept at creating dynamic learning environments, fostering critical thinking, and implementing differentiated instruction. Proven ability to collaborate with diverse teams and communicate effectively with students, parents, and faculty. Fluent in English, Ukrainian, and Russian.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher Assistant
Lighthouse Montessori (LMC)
06.2023 - 07.2024
- Supported student learning by assisting in Montessori-based activities and hands-on lessons
- Enhanced classroom engagement through interactive learning strategies
- Communicated regularly with parents and staff to ensure student progress and well-being
- Contributed to curriculum planning and organization of classroom materials
English Teacher
Private School
09.2019 - 01.2022
- Designed and delivered engaging English lessons to students of various proficiency levels
- Developed individualized learning plans to support student progress
- Utilized modern teaching strategies, including blended learning and gamification
- Assessed student performance and provided feedback for continuous improvement
Education
Master of Arts - Philology
Oles Honchar Dnipro National University
01.2014
Skills
- Curriculum Development & Lesson Planning
- Student-Centered Learning Strategies
- Classroom & Behavior Management
- Parent & Stakeholder Communication
- Multilingual Instruction (English, Ukrainian, Russian)
- Montessori Teaching Methods
- Assessment & Student Performance Analysis
- Adaptability & Team Collaboration
Certification
- TEFL Certificate, Via Lingua, Florence, Italy, 2020
- Project Pro, Regional Centre of Professional Training, France, 2022
- English Language Institute Certificate (Canadian SEI), 2014
Languages
English
Full Professional
Ukrainian
Native or Bilingual
Russian
Full Professional
French
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited Working
Interests
- Music
- Yoga
- Pilates
- Painting
- Volunteer Work
Timeline
Teacher Assistant
Lighthouse Montessori (LMC)
06.2023 - 07.2024
English Teacher
Private School
09.2019 - 01.2022
- TEFL Certificate, Via Lingua, Florence, Italy, 2020
- Project Pro, Regional Centre of Professional Training, France, 2022
- English Language Institute Certificate (Canadian SEI), 2014
Master of Arts - Philology
Oles Honchar Dnipro National University
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