Zorica Atanackovic
Early Childhood Educator
Toronto
Summary
Due to the nature of my work, I have always been building strong community ties. Knowledgeable Early Childhood Educator with 6 years of experience in teaching and tutoring small children in different settings (private homes, schools and places of worship). Successful at planning detailed, creative lesson plans that promote personal growth. Excelling in people skills (fostering both parent-teacher collaboration, children-teacher collaboration, as well as relations with administration staff). Skilled in observing children's personal growth, grading them, as well as in report writing.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
16
16
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Sunday School Teacher
St. Sava Orthodox Church
09.2023 - Current
- Teaching bases of catechism and Serbian language.
- Collaborating with clergy and church administration.
- Preparing and organizing school recitals and plays for important annual dates and holidays.
- Encouraging class participation to build student confidence and interest in church teachings.
- Collaborating with the church choir members, to include and maintain children's artistic expression.
- Managing classroom behavior to maintain safety and promote orderly learning environments.
- Fostering strong relationships with parents / guardians through open lines of communication regarding children's educational experiences.
Sunday School Teacher
All Saints Orthodox Church
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Teaching bases of catechism and Serbian language.
- Collaborating with clergy and church administration.
- Preparing and organizing school recitals and plays for important annual dates and holidays.
- Preparing and organizing school recitals and plays for important annual dates and holidays.
- Encouraging class participation to build student confidence and interest in church teachings.
- Collaborating with fellow teachers to share best practices, resources, and ideas for continuous improvement.
- Managing classroom behavior to maintain safety and promote orderly learning environments.
- Fostering strong relationships with parents/guardians through open lines of communication regarding their children''s educational experiences.
Private Home Tutor
Family Zivanovic
01.2014 - 11.2014
- Responsible for tutoring of two small boys (ages 3 and 5) in their private home, while their parents were absent for work.
- Babysitting and daycare.
- Outdoor activities.
- Organizing free time with children.
Early Childhood Teacher
Elementary School "Stevan Sindjelic"
09.2012 - 12.2013
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Creating annual educational strategy, as well as progress reports.
Early Childhood Substitute Teacher
El. Schools "Janko Veselinovic" & "Kralj Petar II"
11.2011 - 09.2012
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Boosted student engagement with interactive lessons, incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Belgrade - Teacher Education Faculty
Narodnog Fronta 43, Belgrade, Serbia 10.2006 - 10.2011
High School Diploma -
High School "Srednja Skola Brus"
Bratislave Petrovic 57, Brus, Serbia 09.2002 - 05.2006
Elementary School Diploma -
Elementary School "Jovan Jovanovic Zmaj"
Bratislave Petrovic 69, Brus, Serbia 09.1994 - 05.2002
Skills
Parent-teacher collaboration
Administration
Report writing
Lesson planning
Grading children
Cleaning and sanitization
Planning and organizing events
Timeline
Sunday School Teacher
St. Sava Orthodox Church
09.2023 - Current
Sunday School Teacher
All Saints Orthodox Church
09.2022 - 06.2023
Private Home Tutor
Family Zivanovic
01.2014 - 11.2014
Early Childhood Teacher
Elementary School "Stevan Sindjelic"
09.2012 - 12.2013
Early Childhood Substitute Teacher
El. Schools "Janko Veselinovic" & "Kralj Petar II"
11.2011 - 09.2012
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Belgrade - Teacher Education Faculty
10.2006 - 10.2011
High School Diploma -
High School "Srednja Skola Brus"
09.2002 - 05.2006
Elementary School Diploma -
Elementary School "Jovan Jovanovic Zmaj"
09.1994 - 05.2002
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