A kind and empathetic educator who fosters a positive and encouraging learning environment. Extensive experience supporting pupils with additional and special educational needs.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work history
P6&7 Principal Release
Walker Memorial Primary School
Castlecaulfield, Tyrone
02.2017 - 04.2025
Coordinated Numeracy throughout the school.
Prepared pupils for the SEAG tests.
Led after-school clubs, facilitated students' participation in extracurricular activities like Cycling Proficiency, Eco Club, Puzzle Club.
Adjusted teaching methods according to individual student's needs, ensured inclusive learning environment.
Learning Support Teacher
Dunmurry Primary School
Dunmurry, Antrim
09.2019 - 06.2022
Used assistive technology like the Nessy Dyslexia Programme and the Lexia Language Programme.
Trained to use the Numicon programme to support Numeracy concepts.
Monitored progress and wrote reports on pupils receiving learning support.
Collaborated with teachers to ascertain learning requirements and implemented study plans to achieve goals.
Special Educational Needs Job Coach
South West College
Armagh, Armagh
09.2018 - 06.2019
Worked collaboratively with other colleagues within the SEN team.
Collaborated with employers to ascertain specific requirements and preferences.
Advocated on behalf of students when negotiating terms with prospective employers.
P4-7 Teacher
Churchtown Primary School
Cookstown, Tyrone
02.2016 - 06.2017
Lead The World Around Us within the school.
Led after-school clubs, extending learning beyond the traditional setting.
Intervention Teacher
Malvern Primary School
Belfast, Antrim
05.2015 - 02.2016
Monitored Literacy and Numeracy attainment by delivering diagnostic tests.
Participated in ongoing professional development to stay updated on SEN best practices.
Education Worker
Barnardo's School's Programme
Belfast, Antrim
09.2013 - 05.2015
Delivered the Incredible Years DINA programme to promote emotional intelligence and resilience.
Delivered after-school Literacy based clubs.
Organised a Toy Lending Library within Nursery settings.
Delivered fine motor skills sessions with parents.
Special Educational Needs Teacher
Newmills Primary School
Newmills
01.2013 - 06.2013
Coordinated with multidisciplinary team to develop holistic education plans for students with special needs.
Utilised Makaton and British Sign Language abilities to support students with communication difficulties.
P6&7 Teacher
Churchill Primary School
Caledon, Armagh
09.2012 - 12.2012
Involved in Inspection Process.
Communicated regularly with parents about their children's performance and behaviour at school.
Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
P1-3 Teacher
Churchtown Primary School
Cookstown, Tyrone
11.2011 - 06.2012
Delivered engaging Learning Through Play sessions.
Set up multi-sensory activities to increase student enjoyment of learning phonics.
Delivered dynamic, effective lessons focusing on phonics and word recognition skills.
Learning Support Senior Teacher
Dungannon Primary School
Dungannon, Tyrone
09.2011 - 11.2011
Implemented inclusive teaching methods to encourage participation from all students.
Guided teaching assistants in providing targeted support to individuals or small groups of pupils under supervision.
Learning Support Infant Teacher
Dungannon Primary School
Dungannon, Tyrone
03.2011 - 06.2011
Used Sounds Write Phonics programme.
Integrated technology into lessons to enhance the learning experience of SEN pupils.
Utilised Makaton and British Sign Language abilities to support students with communication difficulties.
Key Stage 2 Teacher
Millington Primary School
Portadown, Armagh
01.2010 - 06.2010
Reviewed and levelled class work appropriately.
Lead afterschool Gardening Club.
Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
Key Stage 1&2 Composite Teacher
Donaghmore Primary School
Donaghmore, Tyrone
09.2009 - 12.2009
Delivered Linguistic Phonics objectives, developed and shared resources with colleagues.
Lead afterschool French Club.
Planned lessons according to the Northern Ireland curriculum to cover all requirements and prepare for standardised tests.
Key Stage 2 Teacher
Mullavilly Primary School
Mullavilly, Armagh
09.2008 - 12.2008
Communicated regularly with parents about their children's performance and behaviour at school.
Lead and delivered whole school themed Victorian Day.
Created lesson plans and scheduled each day to promote maximum student learning and enrichment.
Key Stage 1 Teacher
Dungannon Primary School
Dungannon, Tyrone
09.2007 - 05.2008
Worked with Speech and Language Therapists to support individual pupils.
Planned and reviewed Individual Education Plans.
Enhanced cultural understanding with a diverse curriculum to support Newcomer pupils.
Education
Portadown College
09.1998 - 06.2002
BA Hons - English Literature with Philosophy
Queen's University, Belfast
09.2002 - 06.2005
Post Graduate Certificate in Education - Primary With Special Educational Needs
Edgehill University, Lancashire
Liverpool
09.2006 - 06.2007
Masters Special Educational Needs And Inclusion -
Queen's University, Belfast
09.2015 - 12.2017
Referees
Mrs Amanda Johnston, P4-7 Teacher at Churchtown Primary School, ajohnston021@c2kni.net
Mrs Laura Patterson-Daly, Principal at Walker Memorial Primary School, lpatterson942@c2kni.net
Mrs Rachel Simpson, Team Lead at Twinkl NI, rachmgamble@gmail.com
Timeline
Learning Support Teacher
Dunmurry Primary School
09.2019 - 06.2022
Special Educational Needs Job Coach
South West College
09.2018 - 06.2019
P6&7 Principal Release
Walker Memorial Primary School
02.2017 - 04.2025
P4-7 Teacher
Churchtown Primary School
02.2016 - 06.2017
Masters Special Educational Needs And Inclusion -
Queen's University, Belfast
09.2015 - 12.2017
Intervention Teacher
Malvern Primary School
05.2015 - 02.2016
Education Worker
Barnardo's School's Programme
09.2013 - 05.2015
Special Educational Needs Teacher
Newmills Primary School
01.2013 - 06.2013
P6&7 Teacher
Churchill Primary School
09.2012 - 12.2012
P1-3 Teacher
Churchtown Primary School
11.2011 - 06.2012
Learning Support Senior Teacher
Dungannon Primary School
09.2011 - 11.2011
Learning Support Infant Teacher
Dungannon Primary School
03.2011 - 06.2011
Key Stage 2 Teacher
Millington Primary School
01.2010 - 06.2010
Key Stage 1&2 Composite Teacher
Donaghmore Primary School
09.2009 - 12.2009
Key Stage 2 Teacher
Mullavilly Primary School
09.2008 - 12.2008
Key Stage 1 Teacher
Dungannon Primary School
09.2007 - 05.2008
Post Graduate Certificate in Education - Primary With Special Educational Needs