Stephanie Rokaya
Moose Jaw,Canada
Summary
Refugee And Youth Employment Counsellor, Moose Jaw Multicultural
Passionate instructor who has a wealth of knowledge and experience supporting English language learners with literacy needs. Strong communication skills with the ability to work in both group sessions and one on one to support clients on their employment journey.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LINC Instructor
Moose Jaw Multicultural Council
09.2015 - Current
- Taught English language learners English with diverse literacy needs
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Worked in collaboration to plan and lead school wide events
- Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
Settlement Worker
Moose Jaw Multicultural Council
07.2015 - 08.2015
- Assisted refugee families as they settle into life in Canada.
- Worked with clients as they face settlement challenges.
Camp Administrator
Camp Okema
07.2015 - 09.2015
- Maintain board polices and support camp leaders in program delivery.
- Perform offices duties related to the day to day operations of the camp.
- Assisted in implementing safety protocols to ensure a secure environment for all campers.
Day Care Assistant
Moose Jaw Multicultural Council
09.2012 - 12.2012
- Assisted as directed: leading games, telling stories and cleaning.
- Supported daily activities and routines, ensuring a safe and engaging environment for children.
Night Home Manager
Clare Parker Group Homes
05.2012 - 06.2012
- Assisted the residents as they went to bed and prepared for the morning.
- Ensure proper running of the facility.
Intern
Souls Harbour Rescue Mission
09.2009 - 06.2010
- Shift Supervisor at Women's Emergency Shelter and Long Term Facility.
- Facilitated discussion groups with women overcoming addictions.
- Performed administrative assistant duties.
Education
Standard 2 -
TESL Sask Accreditation
2017
B.A. - Applied Linguistics: TESOL
Briercrest College and Seminary
Caronport, SK04.2015
No Degree -
City Vision College
06.2010
Skills
- Classroom management
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Cross-cultural communication
- Digital literacy skills
- Individualized instruction
Certification
- TESL Sask conference, 2016-2025
- Attended professional development yearly
- Participated on a panel about the importance of having practicum students in the classroom
- Moderating sessions
- Supervising teacher, 2016-2025
- Observed, evaluated and support developing teachers as they taught in the classroom
- Provided verbal and written feedback
- Mental health first aid, 2022-11-03
- First Aid and CPR/ AED level C, 2025-03-26
Community Service
- Caronport Community Church, Youth Group Leader, Caronport, SK, 2013-09, 2014-04
- CHS soccer team, Assistant Coach, Caronport, SK, 2011-09, 2011-10
- Souls Harbour Rescue Mission Halifax, Halifax, NS, 2010-09, 2011-06, Helped start up Souls Harbour Rescue Mission Halifax
Timeline
LINC Instructor
Moose Jaw Multicultural Council
09.2015 - Current
Camp Administrator
Camp Okema
07.2015 - 09.2015
Settlement Worker
Moose Jaw Multicultural Council
07.2015 - 08.2015
Day Care Assistant
Moose Jaw Multicultural Council
09.2012 - 12.2012
Night Home Manager
Clare Parker Group Homes
05.2012 - 06.2012
Intern
Souls Harbour Rescue Mission
09.2009 - 06.2010
B.A. - Applied Linguistics: TESOL
Briercrest College and Seminary
Standard 2 -
TESL Sask Accreditation
No Degree -
City Vision College