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Paulina Sochacka

Dublin,AB

Summary

Enthusiastic arts and childcare professional with a Bachelor's Honours Degree in Theatre Design and over four years' experience teaching and supporting children in creative environments across Ireland, Canada, and the USA. Passionate about inspiring artistic expression and fostering learning through play, crafts, and drama.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Work History

Montessori Room Educator

Beechwood Childcare
Stillorgan, Blackrock, Co. Dublin, Ireland
11.2025 - Current
  • Deliver structured, developmentally appropriate activities to foster learning and creativity in a montessori classroom.
  • Plan and implement educational experiences that support children’s cognitive, social, and emotional growth.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment.
  • Apply expertise in child development to prepare children for the next stage of their learning journey.

Festive Children's Entertainer (Santa's Elf)

Elftown
Galway, Ireland
10.2025 - 12.2025
  • Performed as part of a festive entertainment team, engaging children and families in interactive Christmas experiences.
  • Assisted with event coordination, crowd control, and maintaining a magical, safe environment for guests.
  • Entertained children through storytelling, festive games, and photo interactions with Santa.

Afterschool Educator

Sandymount Afterschool, Kids Inc.
Dublin, Ireland
09.2025 - 11.2025
  • Safely coordinated pick-up of children from their schools, ensuring punctuality and smooth transitions to the after-school.
  • Provided academic support, including homework assistance and study guidance, helping children develop learning strategies and problem-solving skills.
  • Delivered creative arts and craft activities, fostering engagement, confidence, and collaborative skills.
  • Developed and adapted lesson plans to meet diverse interests and learning styles.
  • Supported social and emotional development, continuously refining skills in child engagement and activity planning.

Costume Designer & Camp Specialist

Camp Manitou
Toronto, Canada
06.2025 - 08.2025
  • Supported campers through daily routines including mealtimes, activities, and events.
  • Led team preparation for a Halloween camp event, a fashion show and assisted with carnival organisation, fostering teamwork and creativity.
  • Designed costumes, props, and activities to enhance camper experiences.
  • Ensured safety and wellbeing during structured and free play.

Babysitter

Birdie Break
Alberta & Ontario, Canada
09.2024 - 08.2025
  • Provided care for infants to 12 year olds in family homes.
  • Supported routines such as meals, naps, and bedtime.
  • Engaged children in age-appropriate play and learning.

Recreation Leader

Town of Banff
Banff, Canada
10.2024 - 06.2025
  • Facilitated structured recreational activities including arts, sports, and outdoor exploration.
  • Ensured group safety during outings and community events.

Daycare & Afterschool Educator

Canmore Community Childcare
Canmore, Canada
11.2024 - 05.2025
  • Supervised children aged 2–12 in daycare and afterschool programmes.
  • Delivered daily routines including snacks, play, early learning activities, and outdoor time.
  • Planned and delivered creative and educational activities for school-aged children.
  • Maintained safe, positive, and engaging learning environments.

Afterschool Educator

Cuan Bhride Childcare Centre
Roscommon, Ireland
01.2024 - 08.2024
  • Safely coordinated pick-up of children from their schools, ensuring punctuality and smooth transitions to the after-school.
  • Planned and delivered creative and educational activities for school-aged children.
  • Supported homework, literacy, and social development in a structured setting.
  • Assisted children with additional needs, ensuring inclusion and equal participation.

Festive Children’s Entertainer (Santa’s Elf)

Center Parcs
Longford, Ireland
10.2023 - 12.2023
  • Entertained and supervised children both inside the grotto and while roaming the village, ensuring their safety in busy public spaces.
  • Engaged children through games, storytelling, magic tricks, and creative festive activities.
  • Supported families during holiday visits by creating a welcoming and inclusive environment.
  • Helped manage crowd flow and assisted with event coordination to maintain smooth operations.

Costume Designer & Creative Arts Teacher

French Woods Festival of the Performing Arts
New York, USA
06.2023 - 09.2023
  • Supervised campers aged 7–17 in bunks, classrooms, and public areas.
  • Designed and taught Costume Apprenticeship classes, introducing skills in sewing, design, and collaboration.
  • Led my own classes in face painting and SFX makeup, adapting activities for different age groups.
  • Guided campers through production prep, fostering creativity, confidence, and group participation.

Bunk Counsellor/Stagecraft and Props Councillor

French Woods Festival of the Performing Arts
New York, USA
06.2022 - 09.2022
  • Supervised campers aged 12–16 and activities while ensuring safety and wellbeing.
  • Worked in the Stagecraft department, designing and building sets and props while teaching campers about the building process.
  • Advanced to Head of Props, leading younger campers (ages 7–10) in prop-making workshops.
  • Guided the kids through production prep, fostering creativity, confidence, and group participation.

Education

QQI Level 6 - Early Learning and Care

Portobello Institute
Dublin, Co. Dublin, Ireland
01-2026

Level 1 (QQI Level 5 - NARIC verified) - Early Childhood Education

BaseCorp Learning System
Alberta, Canada
2025

Bachelor of Arts - Arts, Design & Architecture

Atlantic Technological University
Sligo, Co. Sligo, Ireland
2023

GCSEs - Leaving Certificate

Mean Scoil Mhuire
Longford, Co. Longford, Ireland
2019

Skills

  • Behaviour Management
  • Creative Arts Integration
  • Language Development Support
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Parent Communication
  • Lesson Planning
  • Team Leadership
  • Child Safety Protocols
  • Organisation
  • Time Management
  • Teamwork
  • Communication

Languages

English
First Language
French
Elementary
A2
Spanish
Elementary
A2
Polish
Intermediate
B1
Irish
Elementary
A2

Certification

  • First Aid & CPR
  • Manual Handling
  • Food Hygiene HACCP
  • Food Safety
  • Children First: Safeguarding Children Training
  • Garda Vetting

Timeline

Montessori Room Educator

Beechwood Childcare
11.2025 - Current

Festive Children's Entertainer (Santa's Elf)

Elftown
10.2025 - 12.2025

Afterschool Educator

Sandymount Afterschool, Kids Inc.
09.2025 - 11.2025

Costume Designer & Camp Specialist

Camp Manitou
06.2025 - 08.2025

Daycare & Afterschool Educator

Canmore Community Childcare
11.2024 - 05.2025

Recreation Leader

Town of Banff
10.2024 - 06.2025

Babysitter

Birdie Break
09.2024 - 08.2025

Afterschool Educator

Cuan Bhride Childcare Centre
01.2024 - 08.2024

Festive Children’s Entertainer (Santa’s Elf)

Center Parcs
10.2023 - 12.2023

Costume Designer & Creative Arts Teacher

French Woods Festival of the Performing Arts
06.2023 - 09.2023

Bunk Counsellor/Stagecraft and Props Councillor

French Woods Festival of the Performing Arts
06.2022 - 09.2022

QQI Level 6 - Early Learning and Care

Portobello Institute

Level 1 (QQI Level 5 - NARIC verified) - Early Childhood Education

BaseCorp Learning System

Bachelor of Arts - Arts, Design & Architecture

Atlantic Technological University

GCSEs - Leaving Certificate

Mean Scoil Mhuire
Paulina Sochacka