Katie Donnelly
Newry,Down
Summary
Dedicated professional with experience in adaptive teaching and SEND strategies, demonstrating strong communication and interaction skills. Proficient in leveraging technology and organisation to enhance educational outcomes, with a solid understanding of curriculum development. Committed to collaborating with a team, aiming to foster inclusive learning environments to promote quality teaching of mathematics.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
18
18
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Mathematics tutor
Self- employed
Newry, Down
2023.09 - Current
- Tailored sessions to individual learner needs, promoting better understanding of topics.
- Responded promptly to queries from students and parents, establishing effective communication channels.
- Facilitated group exam sessions, focusing on exam technique.
- Encouraged self-learning habits amongst pupils, fostering independent problem-solving skills.
SENDSCOPE
SENDSCOPE
Liverpool, Merseyside
2025.10 - 2026.02
- Supported teachers in classroom settings, enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Facilitated break and lunch time discussions with students to foster positive relationships and social skills.
- Observed experienced teachers to understand lesson planning techniques
- Gradually increased teaching hours to the majority of mathematics lessons in the school.
- Successfully prepared and delivered tasks within tight deadlines.
- Adapted lesson plans to individual learning styles and needs, improving material retention and understanding.
- Collaborated with parents during parent-teacher meetings to discuss student progress.
- Created an inclusive classroom environment that nurtured diversity and mutual respect among students.
Education
Secondary Mathematics PGCE - Mathematics
Liverpool Hope University
Liverpool 2025.09 -
Bachelor of Science - Finance and Investment Management
Ulster University
Belfast 2021.09 - 2025.06
A-Levels -
Sacred Heart Grammar School
Newry 2001.04 - 2021.08
GCSEs -
Sacred Heart Grammar School
Newry Skills
Adaptive teaching
SEND strategies
Strong Communication and interactions
Technology and organisation
Collaboration
Time management
Curriculum understanding
Affiliations
- GAA Football
- Camogie
- Speech and drama
- Public speaking
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
SENDSCOPE
SENDSCOPE
2025.10 - 2026.02
Secondary Mathematics PGCE - Mathematics
Liverpool Hope University
2025.09 -
Mathematics tutor
Self- employed
2023.09 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Finance and Investment Management
Ulster University
2021.09 - 2025.06
A-Levels -
Sacred Heart Grammar School
2001.04 - 2021.08
GCSEs -
Sacred Heart Grammar School