Lee Colligan
Belfast
Summary
Passionate and dedicated educator with extensive experience working with children of all ages in diverse professional settings. Committed to creating positive, engaging learning environments that prioritise the holistic development of students through physical activity. Eager to further my career in teaching Physical Education, with a strong focus on enhancing opportunities and access to quality PE provision for young people, fostering both their physical and personal growth.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work history
Whole School Physical Education Teacher
Maadi British International School
Egypt, Cairo
08.2024 - Current
- Deliver dynamic and varied Physical Education curriculum, encouraging students to explore wide range of sports and activities, including team sports such as football, basketball, rugby, and netball, as well as individual sports like swimming, gymnastics, tennis, and health-related PE, to help students reach their full potential.
- Teach Pearson’s Edexcel GCSE Physical Education, guiding students through the curriculum to prepare them for academic success.
- Assess student performance and monitor progress from Key Stage 1 through Key Stage 4, identifying areas for improvement and providing targeted support.
- Integrate innovative technology into PE lessons, enhancing student engagement and promoting modern learning techniques.
- Lead and manage boys' sports as Head of Boys’ Sport, overseeing training sessions, organising fixtures, and fostering competitive yet supportive environment across school.
- Serve as Head of House, coordinating and organising house events, while also running House assemblies to foster community spirit and student involvement.
- Lead and mentor a form group, overseeing academic progress, pastoral care, and personal development, resulting in improved attendance and engagement across the class.
Physical Education Teacher
NISTR
Belfast
09.2022 - 06.2024
- Worked as long-term substitute teacher across range of grammar and state schools, teaching Physical Education from Key Stage 3 to Key Stage 5. Gained extensive experience in delivering both GCSE and A Level PE, with strong understanding of the CCEA and WJEC exam boards. Adapted to various teaching environments, effectively supporting student learning and progress across different age groups and exam specifications.
CCEA Examiner
CCEA; Examination board of Northern Ireland
Belfast
05.2023 - 07.2024
- Responsible for assisting in the development of live mark schemes and ensuring their accuracy.
- Demonstrated a high level of precision and reliability in the marking of external GCSE scripts, maintaining consistent standards
Physical Education Teacher
Belfast High School
Belfast
08.2021 - 09.2022
- Cultivated strong student relationships by fostering a supportive and approachable environment both inside and outside Physical Education lessons, ensuring a positive learning experience.
- Master in Charge of Rugby, responsible for planning and coordinating the school's fixtures, organising transportation, assigning referees, and ensuring all coaches were up-to-date with child protection training and continued professional development (CPD).
- Produced teaching materials to enhance the delivery of lessons and support student learning across various subjects.
- Form Tutor, providing guidance and pastoral support to students while ensuring their academic and personal development.
- Taught Physical Education to Key Stage 3 & Key Stage 4, delivering engaging and comprehensive lessons in a range of sports and physical activities.
- Taught Home Economics to Key Stage 3, focusing on practical skills and life preparation through cooking, nutrition, and household management.
- Engage Programme Coordinator, dedicated to supporting and motivating students struggling to reintegrate into school post-COVID, helping them reconnect with their learning and peers.
- Designated First Aider, providing emergency care and support to students and staff as needed, ensuring the safety and well-being of the school community.
ChildLine Volunteer Counsellor
NSPCC
Belfast, Antrim
09.2018 - 06.2022
- Volunteer ChildLine Counsellor, providing emotional support to young people aged 5-19 years old, helping them navigate a wide range of mental health and well-being issues, including suicidal ideation, with empathy and confidentiality.
- Assisted in the planning and delivery of an 8-week training module for new recruits, ensuring they were equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary to provide effective support to children and young people in crisis.
- Ambassador for the charity, representing ChildLine at fundraising events, speaking at engagements, and participating in annual promotional campaigns to raise awareness and support for the cause.
Physical Education PGCE
University of Ulster / Belfast High School
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Undertook several professional development modules to enhance my pedagogical teaching practice and improve instructional techniques.
- Completed a 20-week school placement, delivering a diverse and engaging curriculum to students from Year 8 to Year 14, with a focus on the WJEC exam board for GCSE and A Level PE.
- Designed interactive online learning lessons, creating detailed lesson plans and schemes of work for Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, fostering student engagement and academic growth in Physical Education.
SEN Classroom Assistant
Sullivan Upper School
Holywood, Antrim
10.2019 - 08.2020
- Worked one-to-one with a child on the autism spectrum, providing tailored support to enhance their learning experience and ensure they were fully included in classroom activities.
- Collaborated with the class teacher to deliver lessons and aid inclusion, ensuring that the child's educational needs were met alongside their peers.
- Worked as part of the SENCO team, assisting in addressing the diverse needs of all pupils, ensuring a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
- Committed to ongoing professional development (CPD), regularly undertaking training to ensure I was best equipped to support children with autism and enhance my understanding of their unique needs.
Director of Football
St Patrick's College
Wellington, New Zealand
12.2014 - 09.2015
- Director of Football at St. Patrick's College, responsible for designing and implementing a comprehensive football programme aimed at developing players' skills and fostering a love for the sport.
- Planned and delivered all football lessons, ensuring a structured, engaging, and educational curriculum for students at various levels.
- Managed the 1st XI football team, overseeing training, match preparation, and performance to drive success on the field.
University 1st XI Head Football Coach
University of Ulster, Jordanstown
Belfast
09.2010 - 05.2011
- Head Coach of the University 1st XI football team, responsible for planning and delivering all training sessions to enhance player performance and team development.
- Liaised with other universities to organise fixtures, ensuring a competitive and well-coordinated schedule for the team.
Placement Physical Education Teacher
Glengormley High School
Glengormley
09.2009 - 06.2010
- Planned and delivered practical PE lessons across Key Stage 3 to Key Stage 5, ensuring engaging and comprehensive lessons that cater to diverse student needs and abilities.
- Taught GCSE and A Level theory following the WJEC exam board, delivering in-depth content and preparing students for academic success in Physical Education.
Education
Physical Education PGCE -
University of Ulster
Coleriane06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Sports and Exercise Sciences BSc (Hons) 2:1
University of Ulster
Jordanstown07.2011
Skills
- NSPCC - Children's dual counsellor
- NSPCC - Suicide Workshop
- NSPCC - Communicating & supporting young people
- NSPCC - Safeguarding young people
- Disability Inclusion Sport - Inclusive PE
- NASUWT - Behaviour Management
- NASUWT - Differentiation
- NASUWT - Dealing with trauma
- NASUWT - Working assertively
- NASUWT - Remote learning
- Autism NI - Fundamentals of autism
- Educare - Safeguarding; Child Protection
- Educare - Dyslexia inclusion
Accomplishments
- Represented Northern Ireland U21's National Football team.
- Ballymena FC first XI Player of the year, Young player of the year and fans player of the year for the season 2009-10.
- Represented ChildLine at the NSPCC's annual fundraiser, giving a speech on the importance of volunteering to an audience of over 800 patrons.
- Selected as one of three UK volunteers to represent ChildLine and the NSPCC in a new national advertising campaign.
- Honoured with School Sports Captain
Qualifications
- Irish Football Association - Level 2
- Irish Rugby Youth Coach - Level 2
- Irish Rugby Referee
- UK Athletics - Level 1
- UK Athletics Referee - Level 1
- Badminton Ireland - Level 1
- Irish Hockey - Mini-hockey
- Red Cross Swimming instructor
- Red Cross Lifesaver
- High Ropes Instructor
- Scuba Dive Instructor
- Level 3 First Aid at Work
Sporting Career
- A semi-professional football player for Ballymena United FC: 2008-2011
- A semi-professional football player for Coleraine FC: 2013-2014
- A semi-professional football player for Team Wellington FC: 20014-2015
- A semi-professional football player for Carrick Rangers FC: 2020-2021
References
- Available on request
Timeline
Whole School Physical Education Teacher
Maadi British International School
08.2024 - Current
CCEA Examiner
CCEA; Examination board of Northern Ireland
05.2023 - 07.2024
Physical Education Teacher
NISTR
09.2022 - 06.2024
Physical Education Teacher
Belfast High School
08.2021 - 09.2022
Physical Education PGCE
University of Ulster / Belfast High School
09.2020 - 06.2021
SEN Classroom Assistant
Sullivan Upper School
10.2019 - 08.2020
ChildLine Volunteer Counsellor
NSPCC
09.2018 - 06.2022
Director of Football
St Patrick's College
12.2014 - 09.2015
University 1st XI Head Football Coach
University of Ulster, Jordanstown
09.2010 - 05.2011
Placement Physical Education Teacher
Glengormley High School
09.2009 - 06.2010
Physical Education PGCE -
University of Ulster
Bachelor of Science - Sports and Exercise Sciences BSc (Hons) 2:1
University of Ulster
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