Mirjana Lukowski
Marmora,ON
Summary
Caring and dedicated childcare professional with extensive experience supporting children of all ages, including those with diverse medical conditions and diagnoses. Skilled at creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment that fosters curiosity and confidence. Proficient in American Sign Language (ASL) with sufficient education history to support current standards in communication. Reliable employee seeking a position at Sacred Heart Catholic School. Currently awaiting approval into the online ECE program at Loyalist college starting January 2026.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Support Counsellor
Sir James Whitney School For The Deaf
09.2023 - Current
- Provided supervision, guidance, intervention, and instruction for students who are Deaf and/or hard of hearing in planned and organized programs in a Student Lodging setting.
- Planned, organized and implemented customized individual and group programs designed to meet the personal, emotional, and developmental needs of students who are Deaf and hard of hearing using a multi-disciplinary approach.
- Supervised, guided, and instructed students who are Deaf and hard of hearing in the Student Lodging program.
- Provided sound physical care and maintained a safe/secure environment for students who are Deaf and hard of hearing.
Caregiver
Susie's Place
01.2013 - 01.2021
- Responsible for dressing, grooming, brief changing, meal preparation and medication administration.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Prepared meals with dietary requirements, assisted with (mouth/G-tube) feeding to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Acted as liaison for remote teacher supporting residents with their curriculum.
- Maintained record of medications, output, behavioral and emotional wellbeing.
- Utilized ASL with non verbal residents to build their communication skills and foster connections.
ESL Teacher
British Way Language School
09.2019 - 11.2020
- Educated students in basics of English, grammar and conversational speaking.
- Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
- Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Created new lesson plans based on course objectives.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Assessed progress of students and identified areas for improvement.
Preschool English Teacher
Talents Garden Preschool
06.2019 - 10.2020
- Developed lesson plans designed for english language development in students aged 2-6.
- Monitored academic and emotional development in students and recorded progress in files.
- Maintained open communication with parents and guardians.
- Instructed students with special needs designing programs tailored to their specific needs.
- Utilized aspects of ASL to facilitate communication for Deaf student with other staff and students.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Taught English to class of 20-30 students through organizing and leading creative learning activities.
Education
Honours Bachelor of Interpretation (ASL)
George Brown College
Toronto, ON10.2018
Certificate - American Sign Language And Deaf Studies Program
George Brown College
Toronto, ON04.2017
American Sign Language 101, 102, 103
Canadian Hearing Society
06.2016
Skills
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
- Coordinating with Teachers and Specialists
- Special Needs Support
- Caring and Empathetic Demeanor
- Promoting Social and Emotional Development
- Individualized Education Plans
- Dependable and Responsible
- Educational Games
- American Sign Language Proficient
- Interpersonal Communication
- Age-Appropriate Learning
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Polish
Professional Working
American Sign Language
Professional Working
Timeline
Student Support Counsellor
Sir James Whitney School For The Deaf
09.2023 - Current
ESL Teacher
British Way Language School
09.2019 - 11.2020
Preschool English Teacher
Talents Garden Preschool
06.2019 - 10.2020
Caregiver
Susie's Place
01.2013 - 01.2021
Honours Bachelor of Interpretation (ASL)
George Brown College
Certificate - American Sign Language And Deaf Studies Program
George Brown College
American Sign Language 101, 102, 103
Canadian Hearing Society