Athina Asimakopoulou
Zurich,Switzerland
Summary
Passionate early childhood teacher with a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood education , complemented by diverse international experience in Finland, Germany and currently in Switzerland. I'm commited to fostering a nurturing learning environment that supports the holistic development of young children. My experience across various cultural contexts has equipped me with valuable skills in communication and collaboration. I'm excited to contribute my enthusiam and empower the young learners.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Early Childhood Teacher
Kids At Lake
Zurich, Switzerland
05.2025 - Current
- Inspired a love of learning with engaging lesson plans and activities.
Early Childhood Educator
Infanterix GmbH
Munich, Germany
01.2024 - 03.2025
- Enhanced children's language abilities through interactive storytelling sessions.
- Inspired a love of learning with engaging lesson plans and activities.
- Nurtured children's emotional intelligence to foster empathy and understanding.
Early Childhood Education Teacher
Sunshine Early Learning Centre
Tampere, Pirkanmaa
10.2022 - 12.2023
- I was mentored by a highly experienced ECCE professional who studied in Finland and had great knowledge about the National Core Curriculum and got recognised by Finnish National Agency for Education.
- I ran many projects throughout the year based on the children's individual needs and interests while having deep knowledge of the national curriculum.
- I planned various activities in which the daycare's multicultural environment was taken into consideration and I collaborated with other professionals in the process.
- I tracked the children's cognitive, emotional and sensory development , and worked with their parents / guardians closely.
Early Childhood Teaching Assistant
Pilke päiväkodit Oy
Nokia, Pirkanmaa
08.2021 - 10.2022
- Planned lessons, field trips and activities based on the children's diverse needs and interests.
- Organized the classroom to foster a healthy learning environment where the children's potential can be cultivated.
Sales Advisor
Phillip Morris International
Athens
09.2018 - 12.2019
- Warmly greeted customers to establish positive first impressions, enhancing in-store experiences.
- Coordinated special events promoting new product lines.
- Boosted brand reputation with demonstration of product knowledge.
Sales Agent
Cosmote E-value
Athens
02.2017 - 08.2018
- Responded promptly to customer questions to improve customer loyalty and satisfaction.
- Enhanced sales performance with thorough knowledge of product range.
Volunteer Youth Worker
KETHEA ATHENS
Athens
09.2012 - 08.2016
- Empowered young people in care through group talks, cooking, and through play to improve health and wellbeing.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with young immigrants from ages 10-17 through open communication and planned activities to cultivate growth.
Education
Bachelor Degree - Early Childhood Education
National Kapodistrian University of Athens
Greece 09.2012 - 07.2016
Skills
- Individual Education Plan (IEP) development
- Lesson planning
- Creative learning approaches
- Play-based learning
- Positive reinforcement
Languages
Greek
Native
English
Fluent
French
Intermediate (B1)
Finnish
Intermediate (B1)
German
Elementary
Timeline
Early Childhood Teacher
Kids At Lake
05.2025 - Current
Early Childhood Educator
Infanterix GmbH
01.2024 - 03.2025
Early Childhood Education Teacher
Sunshine Early Learning Centre
10.2022 - 12.2023
Early Childhood Teaching Assistant
Pilke päiväkodit Oy
08.2021 - 10.2022
Sales Advisor
Phillip Morris International
09.2018 - 12.2019
Sales Agent
Cosmote E-value
02.2017 - 08.2018
Bachelor Degree - Early Childhood Education
National Kapodistrian University of Athens
09.2012 - 07.2016
Volunteer Youth Worker
KETHEA ATHENS
09.2012 - 08.2016
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