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Alison Nolan

Alison Nolan

Abu Dhabi,United Arab Emirates

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Teacher and Department Coordinator

ABC private school
Abu Dhabi, United arab Emirates
08.2018 - Current
  • Training of department staff to boost employees' productivity.
  • Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
  • Developed empowering employee culture focused on equipping staff to independently meet customer needs.
  • Kept employee workloads fair and balanced to achieve objectives while maintaining high job satisfaction.
  • Led as head of the Department, overseeing curriculum developments, lesson planning, and ensuring alignment with educational standards.
  • Coordinated with fellow teachers to implement innovative teaching methodologies that promote student growth and engagement.
  • Mentored and supported students, providing guidance not only in academics but also in personal development and wellbeing.
  • Engaged with parents, administrators, and external stakeholders to foster a collaborative approach to student success and well-being.
  • Addressed student conflicts and concerns, as well as advocated for students' needs within the school community, ensuring their holistic well-being was a priority in school policies and initiatives.
  • Designed or facilitated programs that promoted holistic student development, emphasizing mental, social, and emotional well-being across all primary-level grades.

Head of Nutrition and wellbeing at SUWS LTD

Shape up with Sharry LTD
Ireland/ Remote work
07.2016 - 07.2022
  • Developed personalized nutrition and training plans for clients.
  • Implemented strategies to enhance physical health and performance through customized fitness regimens and nutritional guidance.
  • Provided one-to-one consultations to clients offering strategies and support to improve overall well-being, and mental health and develop habits to overcome obstacles hindering progress.
  • Organized and executed wellbeing events in collaboration with reputable companies like Gym Plus Coffee, and Fyre Training and Fitness for home, as well as producing and delivering educational health and wellbeing presentations to schools, such as Loreto Mullingar.
  • Fostered strong client relationships, ensuring continuous support and guidance through regular check-ins and progress assessments.
  • Utilized effective communication and motivational techniques to encourage client adherence to well-being programs.
  • Advocated Holistic wellness approaches and educated clients on the interconnectedness of various aspects of well-being and provided resources to support a balanced lifestyle.
  • Highlighted additional support provisions to maximize clients' growth opportunities.
  • Counseled clients through difficult times using approved and compassionate strategies.

Teacher in a primary school

International school of Choueifat
Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
08.2014 - 06.2016
  • Established strong, supportive relationships with families, encouraging parental involvement to boost children's achievement.
  • Evaluated own teaching critically to identify weak areas and make improvements.
  • Planned and presented lessons catering to varying needs and abilities.
  • Organised and took part in school events, outings and activities happening during weekends and evenings.
  • Set expectations for behaviour and dealt with discipline cases as outlined in school policies.
  • Encouraged personal development by motivating students to use mental and social capabilities.
  • Utilized visual aids and classroom displays to support engaging lesson delivery and enhance student understanding.

Education

Masters of Science - Psychology

University of Wolverhampton
United Kingdom
03.2022 -

Postgraduate Degree - Health promotion

National University of Ireland, Galway
Ireland
09.2016 - 06.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology and Political Science

National University of Ireland, Galway
Ireland
09.2011 - 06.2014

Skills

  • Interdepartmental relations
  • Leadership and coordination
  • Holistic wellbeing expertise
  • Training and mentorship
  • Event organization and execution
  • Curriculum integration
  • Client engagement support
  • Conflict resolution
  • Community engagement and advocacy
  • Data Analysis and Reporting

Languages

English
Native
French
Intermediate

Hobbies

Running, Functional training, Pilates & Cycling 

Timeline

Masters of Science - Psychology

University of Wolverhampton
03.2022 -

Teacher and Department Coordinator

ABC private school
08.2018 - Current

Postgraduate Degree - Health promotion

National University of Ireland, Galway
09.2016 - 06.2018

Head of Nutrition and wellbeing at SUWS LTD

Shape up with Sharry LTD
07.2016 - 07.2022

Teacher in a primary school

International school of Choueifat
08.2014 - 06.2016

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology and Political Science

National University of Ireland, Galway
09.2011 - 06.2014

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