Art Coach
& Project Practitioner

"Step into Life" - Rozbehni sa do života (European Solidarity Corps Initiative) / Pampúch NGO, Levice, Slovakia

07/2024 – Present

Facilitating transformative art coaching initiatives focused on empowering participants, building psychological resilience, and fostering personal responsibility through two interconnected project phases and diverse community outreach.

Key Responsibilities & Achievements:

  • Phase I – ESC Initiative (07/2024 – 07/2025): Planned, designed, and implemented a comprehensive youth initiative funded by the European Solidarity Corps (ESC). Collaborated with external experts in career guidance, psychology, and sociotherapy to deliver holistic support.

  • Phase II – OZ Pampúch (08/2025 – Present): Scaling the project across the local community by facilitating tailored art-coaching sessions in family centers to support mothers on maternity leave, and collaborating with Narnia Primary School in Levice to address children's emotional needs and psychological well-being.

  • Resilience & Safe Space: Creating structured, supportive environments that integrate non-verbal creative tools to help clients process stress, build emotional regulation, and navigate key life transitions.

  • Mental Well-Being & Methodologies: Introduced young adults, children, and their parents to Art Coaching and Mindfulness techniques, creating structured and safe environments for personal growth.

  • Project Leadership & Management (Both Phases): Planned, designed, and implemented the entire project framework across both phases. Coordinated cross-sectoral collaborations with external experts in career guidance, psychology, and sociotherapy.

Language Teacher
& Integration Volunteer

Buddíci Initiative, Slovakia

2023

Provided language instruction and cultural support to Ukrainian citizens, facilitating their smooth integration into local communities through non-formal educational techniques and empathetic guidance.

Key Responsibilities & Achievements:

  • Practical Language Instruction: Designed and delivered practical Slovak language lessons tailored to everyday real-life scenarios, boosting adult learners' confidence and communication skills.

  • Social & Cultural Integration: Provided structured cultural guidance and social support to help participants navigate local systems, adjust to a new environment, and feel welcome.

  • Empathetic Facilitation: Applied non-formal learning methodologies to foster an inclusive, safe, and supportive space for cross-cultural connection and emotional well-being.

Cultural Event
& Administrative Volunteer

Krajské osvetové stredisko (KOS) & Matica slovenská, Nitra, Slovakia

2018 - 2020

Supported local cultural institutions in planning, organizing, and executing community events while managing essential administrative and logistical processes behind the scenes.

Key Responsibilities & Achievements:

  • Event Coordination & Logistics: Managed the practical preparation, on-site logistics, and smooth execution of various cultural events, workshops, and community gatherings.

  • Administrative Support: Handled daily office documentation, formal correspondence, and organizational tasks to ensure efficient workflow within both institutions.

  • Stakeholder & Community Engagement: Collaborated with local organizers, artists, and attendees to maintain a professional atmosphere and foster regional cultural development.

Senior Care Volunteer & Program Facilitator

Senior Care Facility Zobor, Nitra, Slovakia

05/2019 – 10/2019

Designed and facilitated tailored recreational and social programs for senior residents, enhancing their cognitive engagement, emotional well-being, and overall quality of life.

Key Responsibilities & Achievements:

  • Program Design & Facilitation: Developed and executed specialized recreational programs, creative workshops, and social activities tailored to the physical and cognitive needs of senior residents.

  • Social Engagement & Well-Being: Promoted meaningful social interaction, active participation, and community bonding to alleviate feelings of isolation among residents.

  • Empathetic Care: Maintained an inclusive, safe, and supportive environment focused on dignity, active listening, and individual care.

Guide & Educator

Edu Nature, o.z., Nitra, Slovakia

06/2018 – 08/2018

Co-created and facilitated experiential learning activities for preschool children at "Úľ" (The Hive) Day Club, focusing on early childhood development through nature-based and non-formal educational methods.

Key Responsibilities & Achievements:

  • Developmental Activities: Designed and delivered age-appropriate educational, sensory, and creative activities for children under 6 years to support their motor, emotional, and social development.

  • Early Childhood Pedagogy: Applied non-formal education and nature-inspired methodologies to encourage curiosity, environmental awareness, and self-expression in a safe, interactive setting.

  • Group Facilitation & Care: Managed daily routines, outdoor activities, and group dynamics while ensuring a supportive, safe, and nurturing environment for young learners.