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Overview
Work History
Education
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Jane Kuismin

Jane Kuismin

PYP Grade 1 Educational Assistant
Espoo

Summary

I am an educational professional prepared for impactful support roles in academic settings. I have strong experience in classroom management, individualized student assistance, and instructional support. I am known for my collaborative approach and adaptability to meet various learning needs. I am well-versed in fostering positive learning environments and maintaining effective communication with both students and staff.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
23
23
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages

Work History

Yoga Teacher

MTÜ Hingepai
02.2012 - Current
  • Instructed students in breathing, meditation and yoga poses to improve strength and flexibility.
  • Expanded knowledge of anatomy, alignment principles, and sequencing through continuous education and professional development opportunities.
  • Guided students toward achieving proper alignment, form, and breath control through clear verbal cues and hands-on adjustments when necessary.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent communication, addressing concerns, and offering support throughout their yoga journey.

Language Camp Leader

Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs
07.2019 - 07.2023
  • Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.

Youth Camp Teacher

dotE tantsu-ja vabaajakeskus
06.2015 - 08.2020
  • Created and implemented hands-on activities that enhanced children's learning.

Volunteer

NISO (Network of International Students)
09.2015 - 01.2019
  • Assisted with special events and programs.

Estonian Language Teacher for Children

Oulun Kaupunki
11.2015 - 06.2018
  • Improved students oral and written communication skills through interactive language exercises and group projects.

Leader of Tuglas - Seura Estonian Language Communication Group

Oulun Tuglas-seura
09.2014 - 01.2018

Provider of Mindfulness Workshops

University of Oulu
09.2015 - 01.2018

Classroom Teaching Assistant

Oulu International School
02.2017 - 06.2017

I successfully completed my final school practice at Oulu International School.


  • Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
  • Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.

Youth Camp Teacher/ Programme Developer

Tiiu Mägi
08.2009 - 07.2016

IB PYP Classroom Teacher

Tallinn English College
08.2013 - 08.2015
  • Teacher for multicultural students in PYP (Primary Years Programme)


Preschool Teacher

Tallinn English College
08.2013 - 06.2015
  • Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
  • Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.

Youth Camp Leader/ Programme Developer

ETH Residential Winter Golf Camp
12.2014 - 12.2014

Childcare Teacher in Sports Club

Status Club
01.2012 - 01.2013

Palma Supporter Class Teacher

Palma Middle School
09.2011 - 01.2012
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, promoting respect and fostering a climate conducive to learning.

Institute of Educational Sciences Student Union Head of Development

Tallinn University
09.2010 - 05.2011

Education

Master of Arts - Education

University of Oulu
University Of Oulu
09.2015 - 06.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Education

University of Oulu
Oulu
09.2015 - 03.2018

Master of Arts - Education

Tallinn University
Tallinn, Estonia
08.2008 - 09.2015

No Degree - Erasmus Exchange Programme

University of Oulu
Oulu, Finland
09.2014 - 09.2015

No Degree - Making PYP Happen Training

Vienna International School
Vienna
09.2013 - 09.2013

Yoga Teacher Certificate -

AyurYoga Eco-Ashram
Mysore, Karnataka
01.2012 - 02.2012

No Degree - Kor-EU Leaders For Global Education Programme

Sunchon National University
South-Korea
08.2011 - 12.2011

Secondary School Certificate -

Mart Reiniku Kool
Tartu, Estonia
09.2004 - 06.2007

Skills

  • Good communication skills acquired through working in different areas and multicultural environments

  • Ability and desire to learn

  • Continuing personal development

  • Friendliness and the ability to get along with others

  • Patient, honest, reliable and punctual worker, team player

  • Good conflict management skills

  • Group and individual instruction

  • Good classroom management skills

  • Implementing good relationships between parent-teacher communication

  • Respecting inclusion and meeting the needs of every child

  • Providing supportive, safe, joyful and creative learning environment

  • Multicultural awareness

Annexes

20161125 - tunnistus - Peets.pdf

Timeline

Language Camp Leader

Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs
07.2019 - 07.2023

Classroom Teaching Assistant

Oulu International School
02.2017 - 06.2017

Estonian Language Teacher for Children

Oulun Kaupunki
11.2015 - 06.2018

Master of Arts - Education

University of Oulu
09.2015 - 06.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Education

University of Oulu
09.2015 - 03.2018

Volunteer

NISO (Network of International Students)
09.2015 - 01.2019

Provider of Mindfulness Workshops

University of Oulu
09.2015 - 01.2018

Youth Camp Teacher

dotE tantsu-ja vabaajakeskus
06.2015 - 08.2020

Youth Camp Leader/ Programme Developer

ETH Residential Winter Golf Camp
12.2014 - 12.2014

No Degree - Erasmus Exchange Programme

University of Oulu
09.2014 - 09.2015

Leader of Tuglas - Seura Estonian Language Communication Group

Oulun Tuglas-seura
09.2014 - 01.2018

No Degree - Making PYP Happen Training

Vienna International School
09.2013 - 09.2013

IB PYP Classroom Teacher

Tallinn English College
08.2013 - 08.2015

Preschool Teacher

Tallinn English College
08.2013 - 06.2015

Yoga Teacher

MTÜ Hingepai
02.2012 - Current

Childcare Teacher in Sports Club

Status Club
01.2012 - 01.2013

Yoga Teacher Certificate -

AyurYoga Eco-Ashram
01.2012 - 02.2012

Palma Supporter Class Teacher

Palma Middle School
09.2011 - 01.2012

No Degree - Kor-EU Leaders For Global Education Programme

Sunchon National University
08.2011 - 12.2011

Institute of Educational Sciences Student Union Head of Development

Tallinn University
09.2010 - 05.2011

Youth Camp Teacher/ Programme Developer

Tiiu Mägi
08.2009 - 07.2016

Master of Arts - Education

Tallinn University
08.2008 - 09.2015

Secondary School Certificate -

Mart Reiniku Kool
09.2004 - 06.2007
Jane KuisminPYP Grade 1 Educational Assistant