Aoife Cash
Belfast,Antrim
Summary
Qualified primary teacher with two years of teaching experience in an international school in Qatar, working within the British curriculum in Key Stage 1. Experienced in planning and delivering engaging, child-centred lessons across literacy, numeracy, science and other core subjects, while adapting teaching to meet a wide range of learning needs. Confident in assessment, differentiation, behaviour management, parent communication and collaborative working. Completed the first year of ECT experience and committed to creating a positive, inclusive and respectful learning environment where every child can succeed.
Overview
2
2
Languages
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
KS1 Teacher - Year 1
Newton British Academy Al Dafna
Doha
08.2024 - 06.2026
- Taught Year 1 within a British international school, delivering the English curriculum.
- Planned, prepared and delivered engaging lessons across literacy, numeracy, science and other core curriculum subjects.
- Used a range of teaching approaches, including Talk for Writing, White Rose Maths and Bug Club reading, to support progress and engagement.
- Adapted lessons and resources to support diverse abilities, including those of pupils with SEN and EAL needs, promoting inclusive learning.
- Supported pupils through targeted interventions, assessment and ongoing feedback, using assessment information to inform next steps.
- Developed effective behaviour-management strategies and established a positive, structured classroom environment.
- Facilitated a positive learning environment by applying classroom management techniques effectively, fostering student respect and cooperation.
- Engaged regularly with parents through reports and meetings, ensuring clear communication regarding pupil progress and wellbeing.
- Built positive relationships with students, parents, teachers and school administrators, enhancing communication and collaboration.
- Worked collaboratively with the SEN coordinator and wider staff team, communicating regularly regarding pupils requiring additional support.
- Provided support with GL assessments and maintained accurate records of pupil progress and attainment.
- Completed the first year of ECT experience while developing classroom practice, assessment, differentiation and professional responsibilities.
- Completed regular TES online professional development, including SEN-focused training, safeguarding training and other school-based CPD.
- Used school systems including SIMS and digital learning platforms to support planning, assessment and communication.
- Contributed to wider school life, including helping organise the school talent show and World Book Day events.
Primary School Student Teacher
Bunscoil Bheann Mhadagáin
Belfast, Northern Ireland
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Delivered Northern Ireland Curriculum to Primary 4 students in an inner-city school, fostering engagement through the medium of Irish.
- Planned and prepared lessons, assessed student progress, and provided targeted interventions to support individual learning needs.
- Collaborated with class teacher to organise educational outings, enhancing experiential learning opportunities for students.
Primary School Student Teacher
Gaelscoil Éanna
Glengormley, Northern Ireland
02.2023 - 03.2023
- Taught Primary 3, Key Stage 1, and planned and delivered the Northern Ireland Primary Curriculum through Irish.
- Developed customised learning profiles and strategies to enhance individual development and self-advocacy.
- Utilised ICT and innovative software to cater to diverse learning needs and styles.
Primary School Student Teacher
St Bernard's Primary School
Glengormley, Northern Ireland
02.2022 - 04.2022
- Delivered engaging lessons for Primary 5, Key Stage 2, incorporating practical activities to enhance student learning.
- Developed lesson plans tailored to diverse learning needs, fostering an inclusive classroom environment.
- Oversaw classroom activities as a substitute teacher, ensuring continuity of learning and student engagement.
Primary School Student Teacher
Holy Family Primary School
Belfast, Northern Ireland
02.2021 - 03.2021
- Developed play-based learning environment to enhance engagement and support holistic development in Primary 1/Foundation Stage.
- Planned and implemented age-appropriate lessons and schemes of work aligned with Northern Ireland Primary Curriculum to foster student learning and development.
- Applied a variety of behaviour-management strategies to promote individual growth and create a supportive classroom atmosphere.
Education
Bachelor of Education (Honours) -
St Mary's University College
Belfast, Northern Ireland01-2024
A-Levels -
Dominican College Fortwilliam
Belfast01-2020
GCSEs -
Dominican College Fortwilliam
Belfast01-2018
Religious Education Certificate Course -
St Mary's University College
Belfast, Northern Ireland01-2024
Skills
- Student-centred learning
- Irish language
- Behavioural strategies techniques strategies
- Parent communication
- SEN Support
- EAL Support
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Differentiation strategies
- Core curriculum subjects
- Assessment
- Differentiation
- Lesson planning
- Curriculum schemes
- ICT
- Digital resources
- SIMS
Languages
Irish
Proficient
C2
English
Proficient
C2
Timeline
KS1 Teacher - Year 1
Newton British Academy Al Dafna
08.2024 - 06.2026
Primary School Student Teacher
Bunscoil Bheann Mhadagáin
01.2024 - 03.2024
Primary School Student Teacher
Gaelscoil Éanna
02.2023 - 03.2023
Primary School Student Teacher
St Bernard's Primary School
02.2022 - 04.2022
Primary School Student Teacher
Holy Family Primary School
02.2021 - 03.2021
Bachelor of Education (Honours) -
St Mary's University College
A-Levels -
Dominican College Fortwilliam
GCSEs -
Dominican College Fortwilliam
Religious Education Certificate Course -
St Mary's University College