Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Language
Certification
Timeline
Certificates | Awards
Hobbies of Interest
Job Posting Reference
EXPERIENCE
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Katerina Boulus

Niagara Falls,Canada

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate professional seeking a part-time position as a Developmental Service Worker, specializing in support for clients and students with diverse needs. Proven ability to foster positive relationships and create inclusive environments that empower individuals to achieve their goals. Committed to utilizing strong communication and interpersonal skills to advocate for the unique requirements of each client. Eager to contribute to a team that values empathy, collaboration, and personal growth.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Adult Supports (2nd Placement)

Community Living-Fort Erie
09.2025 - Current
  • Provided safety support in mobility assistance on/off the vehicle while performing daily living tasks.
  • Supported non-verbal client with instructions while designing and implementing a visual communication board using a free online app called chatterboards to help clients with language to communicate.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Daycare/ Caregiver

World Gym
04.2021 - Current
  • Assisted in toileting (changed diapers) by giving designed instructions on visual cue task strips for children 6 months-3 years.
  • Demonstrated a cheerful outlook and model positive behavior.
  • Play, nurture and feed children.
  • Provided compassionate care and emotional support and encourage self-independence to prepare children for kindergarten.
  • Implemented sensory items for soothing techniques to help calm a childs behaviour.
  • Used the chatterboard.com app to customize strips to teach about emotions and how to validate their feelings and how to follow step-by-step routines.

Volunteer as a Leader at Church

St Thomas More Church
02.2018 - Current

*Practiced active listening and observing with empathy when others share struggles in life.


*Organized and prepared the monthly church bulletin, ensuring time distribution is on time.


*Created safe spaces where people feel heard and supported at the same time, and advocated for Catholic Women's League members who were less fortunate or privileged.


*Build strong relationships with community members while speaking to groups and engaging in church discussion meetings.

Yoga, Step Class, Mat Pilates Facilitator

World Gym
01.2017 - Current
  • Health and wellness advocate.
  • Organize weekly classes.
  • Create student modifications whenever a client has an injury.
  • Provided appropriate prompts during class sessions.

Educational Assistants- Kindergarten Classroom

St Vincent De Paul Elementary Catholic School
01.2025 - 04.2025

*Assisted students with diverse needs in functional behaviour in the development of self-regulation using token boards, iPad, and reinforcer and cue cards.


*Actively promoted and led physical/health activities while encouraging pro-social skills during unstructured play time.


*Provided prompts in the form of visual schedules, routine tasks to assist with morning, recess, lunch, and after-school routines.


*Learned strong collaboration and inclusive practice skills through listening attentively and observing special education staff to implement student IEP's

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  • Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers on academic performance and behavior.

Education

Food Preparations Diploma -

Niagara College
Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario
06-2005

Business Accounting Diploma - undefined

Niagara College
Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario
01.2005

Basic Training Diploma - Educational Assistance/ Special Needs Supports

Educational Assistance And Adult Supports
Wellend, ON
04-2026

Skills

  • Organization Skills
  • Problem solving Skills
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Leadership Skills
  • Creative Skills
  • Teamwork Skills

Accomplishments

  • Achieved knowledge by participating in a team with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Achieved communication skills by introducing Chatterboards for routine tasks.

Language

English and Czechia

Certification

  • Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
  • CPR and First Aid Level C Training
  • Person Centered Planning Training
  • AODA Certified
  • Dementia Certified
  • Workers' Awareness, Health, and Safety Certified
  • Relevant Health Clearance
  • GHS/WHMIS Certified
  • 2-3 Police Check Vulnerable sector (December 2025)
  • Value Village-DL
  • (3) COVID-19 vaccination
  • Driver’s License G

Timeline

Adult Supports (2nd Placement)

Community Living-Fort Erie
09.2025 - Current

Educational Assistants- Kindergarten Classroom

St Vincent De Paul Elementary Catholic School
01.2025 - 04.2025

Daycare/ Caregiver

World Gym
04.2021 - Current

Volunteer as a Leader at Church

St Thomas More Church
02.2018 - Current

Yoga, Step Class, Mat Pilates Facilitator

World Gym
01.2017 - Current

Business Accounting Diploma - undefined

Niagara College

Food Preparations Diploma -

Niagara College

Basic Training Diploma - Educational Assistance/ Special Needs Supports

Educational Assistance And Adult Supports

Certificates | Awards

Professional Writing Award

Hobbies of Interest

Outdoor biking, hiking, yoga, and cooking

Job Posting Reference

https://clstcatharines.ca/job-opportunities.php

EXPERIENCE

  • Niagara Falls Outreach, Hostess /Special Events at the Soup Kitchen, 4865 St Lawrence Avenue, Niagara Falls, Ontario, L2E 3Y1, 2000, 2023, Provided and served healthy food in the community throughout colder months., Welcomed everyone in the community with empathy., Volunteered for food drive at Food Industry Inc and Back to The Soup Kitchen.
  • For the Needy Not the Greedy, Volunteer Leadership Role, 6934 Kinsmen Court, Niagara Falls, Ontario, L2E 6S5, 2000, 2021, Provided my education to new clients and introduced them to Accessible Equipment (Tilt chair), Trained new volunteers., Welcomed clients with empathy and care., Accepted donations at the front door and managed accounts at the office.
Katerina Boulus