Michelle O'Brien
Kildare
Summary
Dynamic PE and Irish Teacher with strengths in curriculum development and student engagement. Coordinates Transition Year programmes to enhance student participation and fosters leadership through the TY Future Leader programme. Drives initiatives that promote physical activity and competition, contributing to a vibrant school community.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PE and Irish teacher
St. Mary's Secondary School, Edenderry
Edenderry, Co. Offaly
2001.09 - Current
Teaching Physical Education and Irish at St. Mary's Secondary School since 2001, including LCPE since 2019.
Coordinated Transition Year programs to boost student engagement.
Served on subject development board for LCPE from September 2024-April 2025, redeveloping course content for 2027 implementation.
Lead cross-country events as part of extracurricular activities.
Organized termly events as member of Active Schools committee to promote physical activity.
Introduced annual PE Expo event, fostering competition among student groups.
Embedded TY Future Leader programme in collaboration with local GAA and primary schools.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Arts- Physical Education and Irish
University of Limerick
Limerick1999
Skills
- Classroom management
- Subject matter expertise
- Commitment to professional development
- Team teaching
- Active listening
Certification
- I have completed a diploma in Inclusive Education with the Open University
Timeline
PE and Irish teacher
St. Mary's Secondary School, Edenderry
2001.09 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Arts- Physical Education and Irish
University of Limerick