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Work History
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Certification
Affiliations
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Holly Tighe

Holly Tighe

Dubai

Summary

A dedicated and creative primary school teacher actively seeking opportunities within the education sector. Highly organised with strong verbal and written communication skills. Has experience working with students across various age groups and adapting to diverse classroom environments. Committed to fostering engaging, hands-on learning experiences.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Primary Homeroom Teacher

Glendale Int. School
08.2023 - Current
  • Contributed as a founding member of the school, playing a key role in the development of the curriculum, lesson plans, and overall school structure to ensure a strong foundation for student learning and success.
  • Curriculum Delivery and Instruction: Developing and implement engaging lesson plans aligned with the curriculum for both Year 5 and Year 2 students. Fostering an environment of academic growth and curiosity.
  • Classroom Management: Maintaining a positive and structured classroom environment by setting clear expectations, managing behaviour effectively, and promoting respectful interactions among students.
  • Individualised Support: Identifying and addressing the diverse learning needs of students through differentiated instruction. Providing additional support to those who require it, and challenging advanced learners.
  • Assessment and Evaluation: Monitoring and assessing student progress through regular testing, observation, and feedback. Using this information to inform instructional strategies and communicate student development to parents and guardians.
  • Parent and Guardian Communication: Building strong relationships with parents and guardians through regular updates, parent-teacher meetings, and collaborative efforts to support student learning and development at home.
  • Professional Development and Collaboration: Engaging in ongoing professional development to stay current with educational practices.
  • Leading the delivery and implementation of the Leader in Me programme (based on Stephen Covey's 7 Habits) across the school, promoting key values such as leadership, responsibility, and personal growth.
  • Supporting students in developing leadership skills, encouraging ownership of their learning and personal development through the application of the 7 Habits

Spanish Grinds Teacher

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06.2018 - Current

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  • Delivered targeted lessons to small groups (2-3 students), providing personalised attention to address individual learning needs and promote academic success.
  • Prepared students thoroughly for state examinations, implementing focused revision strategies and practice assessments to build confidence and improve performance.
  • Organised and prepared relevant teaching materials in advance, ensuring lessons were well-structured and tailored to meet students' needs.
  • Built positive relationships with students, offering guidance and support to help them overcome academic challenges and develop problem-solving skills.

Supply Primary Teacher

Various Primary Schools
09.2021 - 09.2023
  • Delivered engaging lessons across multiple primary schools, ensuring continuity of learning in the absence of the regular teacher.
  • Collaborated with staff to align lesson plans with curriculum objectives and support pupil progress.
  • Prepared and organised lesson materials tailored to meet diverse learning needs.
  • Adapted teaching methods to suit individual pupil abilities, fostering an inclusive classroom environment.
  • Managed classroom behaviour and maintained a safe, supportive atmosphere both in and outside of class.
  • Provided feedback and liaised with staff and parents to monitor pupil development.

Supervised Study

Kilmartin Education Centre
06.2017 - 09.2021
  • Supervised students during study sessions, ensuring a focused, productive, and safe learning environment at all times.
  • Monitored and recorded student attendance, ensuring all necessary health and safety documentation was completed accurately and promptly.
  • Managed payment processing and maintained up-to-date records of cash sheets, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
  • Collaborated effectively with staff and management to support the smooth running of study sessions and meet students' academic needs.

English Language Assistant

Escola Turbula
01.2017 - 06.2017
  • Working alongside main English teacher whilst having small classes of my own
  • Successfully helping students with questions and problems
  • Preparing material for classes
  • Working pro-actively alongside many teachers from different faculties.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in European Studies -

The University of Limerick

Erasmus -

The University of Granada

Professional Masters in Primary Education -

Hibernia College Dublin

Skills

  • Classroom Management
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Strong Written and Verbal Communication
  • Curriculum Planning
  • Health and Safety Protocols
  • Behaviour Management

Certification

  • Annual Certificate in Child Protection and Safeguarding for Staff for International Schools
  • • The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People - Leader in Me – Educational and Student Leadership Program
  • Primary Reading: Identifying and Overcoming Barriers to Reach Expected Standards
  • Primary Reading: Develop Reading Comprehension Skills
  • Teaching Vocabulary Skills to Accelerate Learning |Primary
  • Primary Phonics: Ensuring Fidelity to a Single SSP Programme
  • Heartfulness Trainer Certification by Heartfulness Program for Schools
  • Manual Handling Certificate
  • Basic First Aid
  • Fire Warden Training
  • Spanish CEFR B2

Affiliations

  • Reading
  • Travelling
  • Cooking

Languages

English
Native
Irish
Fluent
Spanish
Advanced

Timeline

Primary Homeroom Teacher

Glendale Int. School
08.2023 - Current

Supply Primary Teacher

Various Primary Schools
09.2021 - 09.2023

Spanish Grinds Teacher

.
06.2018 - Current

Supervised Study

Kilmartin Education Centre
06.2017 - 09.2021

English Language Assistant

Escola Turbula
01.2017 - 06.2017

Erasmus -

The University of Granada

Professional Masters in Primary Education -

Hibernia College Dublin

Bachelor of Arts in European Studies -

The University of Limerick
Holly Tighe