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Jana Petrakov

Lexington,South Carolina

Summary

Dedicated Professional with over 10 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, and families in educational and social service environments. Contributed to positive outcomes in diverse international settings, through effective communication and culturally responsive practices.

Work History

Library Assistant (Volunteer)

Canadian International School
Hefei, China
2022 - 2024
  • Organized library resources and maintained catalog systems
  • Guided students in selecting books and conducting research to enhance their learning experience
  • Facilitated collaboration between teachers and students in an international school environment to promote educational growth
  • Promoted reading and learning initiatives within a multicultural community to foster engagement and inclusivity

Social Pedagogue

BNW-Educational Institute of the Business Associat
Gifhorn, Germany
2016 - 2017
  • Delivered educational and social support to students in secondary and comprehensive schools, fostering positive learning environments
  • Facilitated improvements in students' social behavior and school engagement through targeted support strategies
  • Partnered with teachers and school administration to strengthen student support initiatives and promote academic success

Social Pedagogue

Henri-Dunant Secondary School
Wolfsburg, Germany
2007 - 2009
  • SSupported the 'Training Room' project to strengthen students’ responsibility and behavior management
  • Facilitated individual counseling sessions addressing students' personal and social challenges
  • Coordinated group interventions to develop social and behavioral skills among students

Social Pedagogue

Diakonisches Werk WOB e.V.
Wolfsburg, Germany
2003 - 2007
  • Delivered social pedagogical support to enhance well-being of children, adolescents, and families
  • Facilitated access for families to community and social services, improving their resource utilization
  • Achieved completion of a state-recognized professional training year to enhance skills

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Diploma in Social Work / Social Pedagogy

University of Applied Sciences
Braunschweig, Germany
04-2003

High School Diploma -

Advanced Technical College Entrance Qualification
Braunschweig, Germany
06-1997

Certified Childcare Assistant

Vocational School For Childcare
Wolfsburg, Germany
06-1996

Skills

  • Strong communication and counseling skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills and empathy
  • Experience working with diverse cultural backgrounds
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Organized, reliable, and solution-oriented

Languages

German
Full Professional
Russian
Native/ Bilingual
English
Professional

Computer Proficiency

  • Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Email communication and digital documentation
  • Online research and educational resource management

Timeline

Library Assistant (Volunteer)

Canadian International School
2022 - 2024

Social Pedagogue

BNW-Educational Institute of the Business Associat
2016 - 2017

Social Pedagogue

Henri-Dunant Secondary School
2007 - 2009

Social Pedagogue

Diakonisches Werk WOB e.V.
2003 - 2007

Associate of Applied Science - Diploma in Social Work / Social Pedagogy

University of Applied Sciences

High School Diploma -

Advanced Technical College Entrance Qualification

Certified Childcare Assistant

Vocational School For Childcare

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