Catherine O'Hanlon
Buxton, Norwich,Norfolk
Summary
Engaging individual with strong foundation in education theory and classroom management strategies. Possesses exceptional interpersonal skills and capacity for building positive relationships with students, staff and parents. Committed to delivering dynamic and interesting lessons that ignite excitement for learning in every student.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Supply Teacher
Stepteachers
Norwich, Norfolk
2018.05 - 2023.07
- Managed student behaviour through appropriate disciplinary measures, promoting self-governance to minimise future incidents.
- Taught lessons based on curriculum requirements.
- Taught pre-planned lesson material in line with school guidelines to maintain cohesive classes for students.
- Maintained thorough understanding of trends and developments to produce innovative and engaging lessons.
KS2 Teacher
Buxton Primary School
Norwich
2022.04 - 2022.09
- Writing and producing a class play with year 5 for all pupils, staff and parents;
- Amending existing planning for 2 classes of pupils with very diverse needs;
- Liaising with other staff to coordinate teaching and planning;
- Arranging a school trip for a year 5 class;
- Liaising with parents to celebrate children's successes and discuss concerns.
Class 3 Teacher
Erpingham VC CE Primary School
Norwich
2016.09 - 2018.05
Supply Teacher
2014.09 - 2015.01
Teacher
Stalham Junior School
Stalham
2011.01 - 2014.07
Teacher
Tivetshall Primary School
Tivetshall St Mary
2009.09 - 2010.07
PA
Technology Law Alliance
Birmingham
2005.08 - 2006.08
Education
MA Creative Writing - Creative Writing
Anglia Ruskin University
Cambridge 2021.09 - 2022.07
Diploma of Higher Education - Education
Newman University Training College
Sept 2006 - Jul 2007
BA Hons - Hispanic Studies and Philosophy
Queen's University
1999
A-Levels - Spanish, Irish And Politics
Dominican College
Belfast 1989.09 - 1991.07
GCSEs - Maths, English Language, English Literature, Spanish, Irish, French, History, Biology and RE
Dominican College
Belfast Sept 1987 - Jul 1989
Skills
- Pastoral care
- Literacy skills
- Lesson planning expertise
- Professional development
- Public speaking expert
- Student engagement
Interests
My personal interests include writing, comedy, dogs, theatre, literature and swimming. I have previously written short comedy sketches for local theatre groups and have established a script-writing group in Norwich. I am currently writing my first novel and when I'm not doing that I will be spending time with my family and my three dogs in the Norfolk countryside. I also love water sports and boating on the Broads.
Languages
Spanish
Advanced
Irish
Intermediate
French
Elementary
Timeline
KS2 Teacher
Buxton Primary School
2022.04 - 2022.09
MA Creative Writing - Creative Writing
Anglia Ruskin University
2021.09 - 2022.07
Supply Teacher
Stepteachers
2018.05 - 2023.07
Class 3 Teacher
Erpingham VC CE Primary School
2016.09 - 2018.05
Supply Teacher
2014.09 - 2015.01
Teacher
Stalham Junior School
2011.01 - 2014.07
Teacher
Tivetshall Primary School
2009.09 - 2010.07
Diploma of Higher Education - Education
Newman University Training College
Sept 2006 - Jul 2007
PA
Technology Law Alliance
2005.08 - 2006.08
A-Levels - Spanish, Irish And Politics
Dominican College
1989.09 - 1991.07
GCSEs - Maths, English Language, English Literature, Spanish, Irish, French, History, Biology and RE
Dominican College
Sept 1987 - Jul 1989
BA Hons - Hispanic Studies and Philosophy
Queen's University