Lippstadt, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
I am a Bachelor’s student in Early Childhood Education (B.A.) with a strong academic interest in diversity-sensitive pedagogy, ethical responsibility, and international perspectives in education. My studies in Germany, combined with practical experience in an international educational setting in Paris, have shaped my reflective and research-oriented understanding of early childhood education. From an academic perspective, I am particularly interested in the role of education in shaping identity, values, and social participation in early childhood, as well as in the ethical foundations of pedagogical action within culturally diverse contexts. I approach educational practice as a field that connects theory, reflection, and social responsibility. Following the completion of my Bachelor’s degree, I plan to pursue a Master’s programme with an international orientation, focusing on education, social sciences, or related interdisciplinary fields. My long-term goal is to work in internationally oriented educational, policy, or research-based contexts where pedagogical expertise, ethical reflection, and intercultural competence intersect.
As a Student Assistant (SHK), I support academic and organizational tasks within the university context. The position involves a combination of on-site collaboration and remote work, including the preparation and formatting of academic materials, support of teaching-related processes, and assistance with administrative and project-based tasks.
Key Duties & Responsibilities: Supporting pedagogical work in early childhood groups within a German-speaking, international educational environment Assisting in the planning, implementation, and reflection of daily educational activities Observing children’s social, emotional, and developmental processes using reflective and documentation-based approaches Supporting inclusive and diversity-sensitive pedagogical practices Collaborating with educators in a multidisciplinary and intercultural team Participating in parent-related activities and institutional routines Major Projects & Focus Areas: Friendship Project (Projekt „Freundschaft“) Design and implementation of a multi-session pedagogical project focusing on social relationships, empathy, conflict resolution, and group cohesion Use of age-appropriate methods such as symbol cards, creative activities, group games, and reflective circle discussions Diversity-Sensitive Pedagogical Practice: Reflection on inclusion, cultural diversity, and value-oriented education in early childhood settings Linking theoretical frameworks from early childhood pedagogy to everyday educational practice Reflective Practice & Documentation: Systematic reflection on pedagogical actions and learning processes Documentation of observations and project outcomes as part of academic coursework
During a four-month voluntary internship at the Social Service of Catholic Women (SkF) Lippstadt, I gained practical insights into social and pedagogical work within a professional social service organization. The experience focused on ethically grounded practice, relationship-oriented work, and understanding institutional support systems. Key Responsibilities: Supporting professionals in social and pedagogical work contexts Assisting with the preparation and implementation of support-related activities Observing and reflecting on professional interactions with clients Contributing to documentation and administrative tasks Gaining insight into interdisciplinary cooperation within social services Learning & Focus Areas: Ethical responsibility and professional conduct in social work Relationship-centered and client-oriented approaches Understanding institutional and social support structures Reflective practice in professional social and pedagogical settings