Mariia Flynn
Victoria,BC
Summary
As a Teaching Assistant with a deep passion for education and a track record of nurturing the growth and development of young children, I am committed to providing diligent and attentive support. With three years of experience in teaching, I bring a caring, thoughtful, and responsible approach to the classroom, aiming to create a positive and enriching learning environment for every child in my care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sales Assistant/Key Holder
Out Of Ireland
03.2023 - Current
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with personalized product recommendations based on their needs and preferences.
- Managed inventory to ensure optimal stock levels, minimizing overstock and out-of-stock situations.
- Executed visual merchandising strategies to attract customers and drive sales.
- Handled customer inquiries, complaints, and returns professionally, ensuring a positive experience for all clients.
- Built rapport with repeat customers, fostering long-term loyalty to the brand.
- Trained new hires on company policies, procedures, sales tactics helping them integrate seamlessly into the team.
Learning Support Assistant
Riverside International Primary School
08.2021 - 03.2023
- Supported the class teacher within the Second Grade (age: 6-7) with the delivery of the British Primary School Curriculum
- Organized and supervised group activities within the classroom
- Assisted with field trips or educational outings
- Supervised breaks and lunchtimes
- Supported the after-school program - clubs such as Origami, Yoga, Poetry, Book Club
- Managed behavior in the classroom
- Supported children with special learning needs e.g., autistic spectrum
- Worked with over 13 nationalities, various religious backgrounds, language levels and learned to navigate cultural complexity within the classroom
- Built partnerships and acted as a trusted advisor to key members of the school community such as parents, management and faculty
- Supported the adoption of innovative learning tools in our classroom, such as Learning Ladders and Class Dojo
- Acted as the point of contact for enquiries and responsible for monitoring student progress in the system
- Created engaging and personalized classroom displays that assisted children in their learning and fostered a sense of belonging.
English Tutor
MOVA Center
01.2020 - 08.2021
- Created lesson plans based on coursebooks such as English File, Empower, Speakout, Solutions
- Conducted online and in-person lessons for groups of 4-8 students
- Conducted individual lessons for kids, teenagers, and adults
- Assessed students' progress and adapting the course to their needs
- Prepared students for business trips and job interviews
- Conducted speaking clubs
- Boosted the students' confidence in their ability to speak, read and write in English
- Created 1000+ engaging, fun lessons
- Helped students achieve their learning goals.
Education
ECE Assistant Course - Education
University of British Columbia
Vancouver, BC12.2023
Master of Arts - Linguistics
Kyiv National Linguistic University
Kyiv, Ukraine12.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Linguistics
Kyiv National Linguistic University
Kyiv, Ukraine06.2019
Skills
- Behavior management
- Lesson planning
- Classroom decorating
- Special Needs Support
- Leading activities
Additional Information
Eligible to work in Canada. Open Work Permit. Hold and ECE Assistant Certificate.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Ukrainian
Native or Bilingual
Russian
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- First Aid & CPR/AED Level B Training
- ECE Assistant Certificate: Surname: FLYNN
Certificate Number: 81380
Timeline
Sales Assistant/Key Holder
Out Of Ireland
03.2023 - Current
Learning Support Assistant
Riverside International Primary School
08.2021 - 03.2023
English Tutor
MOVA Center
01.2020 - 08.2021
ECE Assistant Course - Education
University of British Columbia
Master of Arts - Linguistics
Kyiv National Linguistic University
Bachelor of Arts - Linguistics
Kyiv National Linguistic University