Katie Hladun

Dynamic youth-program professional with 4+ years supporting children ages 2–15 in classroom, extracurricular, and private care settings. Skilled in STEAM curriculum design, behavior management, and creating structured, inclusive environments for diverse learners.

After School Extracurricular Instructor / Kindergarten Substitute Instructor EA/ Administrative Assistant - THRIVE Charter School - Edmonton, Alberta

(2023-08 - 2025-06)

• Managed groups of 20–30 mixed-age (6–12) students daily, designing STEAM activities that engaged diverse skill levels, backgrounds, and ESL learners
• Substituted as Kindergarten EA for a class of 26 students, overseeing lunch, outdoor play, and structured learning blocks with confidence and calm
• Supported school launch by procuring library books and STEM materials, and guiding ESL/immigrant families through student registration processes

Nanny - Domestic Hire - Edmonton, Alberta

(2021-10 - 2023-08)

• Delivered full-day, after-school, overnight, and summer care for two school-aged children, managing schedules, homework support, and enrichment projects
• Designed hands-on creative projects tailored to each child's interests and skill level, fostering curiosity, independence, and a positive attitude toward learning
• Built a lasting relationship with the family, providing ongoing supplemental and overnight care well beyond the formal end of the role

Live-In Au Pair - Domestic Hire - Ontario

(2021-05 - 2021-09)

• Selected from a competitive candidate pool to relocate to Ontario as a live-in Au Pair for twin 2-year-olds across both an urban home and a lakefront cottage property
• Maintained rigorous safety protocols supervising toddlers in high-risk outdoor environments including a wooded waterfront property
• Provided consistent, nurturing full-day care that supported early development routines, play, and family schedules over a 5-month placement

Diploma - Digital Media and IT in Computer Software Development - NAIT (2023-09)