Nadiia Stanishevska
Hatchet Lake,NS
Summary
Dedicated Early Childhood Education professional with over five years of experience supporting children's learning, development, and well-being in kindergarten, classroom, and recreational settings. Educated as an Elementary Teacher with a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Education and currently completing the Bridging the Gap for ECEs Program in Nova Scotia. Skilled in planning developmentally appropriate learning experiences, observing and documenting children's progress, fostering inclusive environments, and building positive relationships with families and multidisciplinary teams. Committed to promoting children's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development through play-based and child-centered learning approaches.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
English Language Teacher
Private Language School for Beginners “Dyse”
11.2020 - 12.2021
- Delivered engaging lessons for beginner students of different ages using interactive and student-centered teaching methods
- Planned educational activities to support language, communication, and confidence building
- Adapted lessons to individual learning needs and learning styles
- Assessed student progress and provided supportive feedback to encourage growth and development
- Created a positive and respectful learning environment
Early Childhood Educator
Velykobilozerskyi Kindergarten “Maliatko”
09.2016 - 10.2020
- Planned and implemented child-centered learning experiences based on children’s individual interests, strengths, and developmental needs
- Observed and documented children’s progress, maintained daily records, attendance logs, and communication reports
- Supported children’s social, emotional, cognitive, physical, and behavioral development through positive guidance and age-appropriate activities
- Fostered a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment that encouraged confidence, independence, and creativity
- Collaborated with families and multidisciplinary professionals to support children’s individual learning and developmental goals
- Ensured compliance with health, safety, and licensing regulations, always maintaining appropriate supervision and classroom ratios
- Participated in team meetings, professional development opportunities, and classroom transition planning to support continuity of care and learning
- Assisted in creating engaging environments that promoted exploration, problem-solving, and holistic child development
Camp Counselor / Program Leader
DUOO "Severynanin"
06.2015 - 08.2016
- Led daily educational and recreational activities for groups of 25–30 children (ages 6–14)
- Maintained a safe and supportive environment through active supervision and safety protocols
- Supported children’s social and emotional development by building positive relationships
- Planned and coordinated group events for over 100 participants
- Managed daily routines and transitions effectively
- Communicated with families about children’s participation and well-being
Education
The Bridging the Gap for ECEs program
ISANS
NS, Canada06-2026
Master’s Diploma - Secondary Education
Pedagogical University
Melitopol, Ukraine12-2019
Bachelor’s Diploma - Elementary Education
Pedagogical University
Melitopol, Ukraine06-2018
Skills
- Child Development & Early Learning
- Emergent and Play-Based Learning
- Observation, Assessment & Documentation
- Positive Behavior Guidance
- Inclusive Learning Environments
- Curriculum Planning & Activity Facilitation
- Family Engagement & Communication
- Health, Safety & Licensing Compliance
- Classroom Management & Professionalism
- Conflict Resolution & Problem Solving
- Child Supervision & Transition Support
- Strong Interpersonal & Communication Skills
- First Aid & CPR Certified
LANGUAGES
English (Fluent)
Ukrainian (Native)
Russian (Fluent)
Certification
- Emergency Child Care First Aid & CPR
- Child Abuse Registry Check (NS)
- Criminal Record Check – Vulnerable Sector
- ECE Level 2/3 Coursework (Modules 1–3 completed; Bridging the Gap Program 2026)
Timeline
English Language Teacher
Private Language School for Beginners “Dyse”
11.2020 - 12.2021
Early Childhood Educator
Velykobilozerskyi Kindergarten “Maliatko”
09.2016 - 10.2020
Camp Counselor / Program Leader
DUOO "Severynanin"
06.2015 - 08.2016
Bachelor’s Diploma - Elementary Education
Pedagogical University
Master’s Diploma - Secondary Education
Pedagogical University
The Bridging the Gap for ECEs program
ISANS