Leo Duggan
Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi,Ireland
Summary
- I am a highly motivated and ambitious person who wants to climb the academic ladder and move into a more senior leadership role within Aldar Education.
- I am a talented teaching professional with leadership experience in elementary educational settings. I enhance learning outcomes through constructive performance management and I lead by example to develop dedicated, motivated teaching teams.
- I am currently participating in the Tier 4 Middle Leadership Programme with Aldar Education, gaining great insight into many areas of leadership and management.
- I am a friendly and energetic teaching and grade leader with 10 years in early childhood education. I am motivated to help children develop social, academic and creative abilities to foster well-being and progress. I am well-versed in developmental milestones and activities to promote curiosity and engagement.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Grade Group Leader Grade 4
Aldar Education - Al Qurm Charter School
Abu Dhabi, UAE
08.2022 - Current
- Oversaw planning, data and assessment, behavior and school projects
- Used various online initiatives to help children further develop their learning, both in school and at home – Microsoft Teams, Seesaw, Class-dojo, Literacy Pro, Collins E-books, Edmentum Exact Path, Study Island.
- Undertook MAP assessments, WIDA assessments, DIBELs and phonics assessments with my students.
- Participated in multiple Professional Development Sessions and Courses in areas such as Maps, Differentiation, Scaffolding, Depth of Rigor, Depth of Knowledge etc
- Organized and led Professional Development on Behavior Management
Class Teacher
Aldar Education-Abdulla Bin Otaiba Charter School
Abu Dahbi, UAE
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Achieved exceptional student results in line with curriculum targets, growing overall school performance.
- Utilised curriculum expertise to create inspiring class plans and resources, optimising pupil engagement and results.
- Encouraged a love of learning in students of varying abilities, enhancing positive educational experiences.
- Made positive differences to pupil confidence and happiness through nurturing support and care.
- Met regularly with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Undertook and organized the Junior Innovator Challenge (National Competition) for the school.
Class Teacher
Barefield National School
Ennis, Ireland
08.2014 - 06.2021
- High Quality Teaching and Learning
- Regular communication with parents and guardians
- Planning, Report Cards, Data and Assessment
- Staff Representative on the school’s Board of Management (managing body of the school) since September 2019.
- Media Liaison person for the School’s Critical Incident Team
- Active School Committee
- Committee member of the school’s wellbeing committee which looks after the wellbeing of both pupils and staff in the school.
- Social Committee, organizing staff events, retirement functions, celebrations and end of year gatherings.
Classroom Teacher
Scariff NS
Scariff, Ireland
09.2013 - 06.2014
- High Quality Teaching and Learning
- Provided reading instruction to special needs students.
- Prioritised strategies to develop responsible, independent learners.
- Set up lesson materials, bulletin board displays and demonstrations.
- Planned lessons according to national standards to cover all requirements and prepare for standardised tests.
- Collected, analysed and tracked data on student progress.
- Regular communication with parents and guardians
- Planning, Report Cards, Data and Assessment
Education
Bachelor of Education - Primary Teaching
Mary Immaculate College
Limerick, Ireland 09.2010 - 08.2013
Skills
- Fair, consistent and caring when it comes to dealing with children
- Honest and regular communication with parents
- Excellent communicator and active listener
- Have the ability to recognize people’s strengths and delegate
- Have experience linking the school effectively with the local community
- Have a sense of humour and a good personality
- Have worked under some fantastic principals where I have been exposed to excellent learning, policy development, organizational and administrative practices
- Have been involved in sport nearly all my life and have coached and mentored numerous teams at both club and county level
- Have a great passion for music, especially Irish traditional music
- Focused on student achievement
Referees
Reference 1
Name: Mr. Adam Keavany
Role: Principal, Al Qurm Charter School
Address: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Tel Number: +971504314181
Email: adam.keavany@charterschools.ae
Reference 2
Name: Mr. Alan Lynch
Role: Vice Principal. Al Ghad Charter School
Address: Abu Dhai, UAE
Tel Number: +971585002603
Email: alan.lynch@charterschools.ae
Timeline
Grade Group Leader Grade 4
Aldar Education - Al Qurm Charter School
08.2022 - Current
Class Teacher
Aldar Education-Abdulla Bin Otaiba Charter School
08.2021 - 08.2022
Class Teacher
Barefield National School
08.2014 - 06.2021
Classroom Teacher
Scariff NS
09.2013 - 06.2014
Bachelor of Education - Primary Teaching
Mary Immaculate College
09.2010 - 08.2013
Similar Profiles
Louiza BoddeyLouiza Boddey
Head of Wellbeing at Rabdan Charter School for Girls, Aldar EducationHead of Wellbeing at Rabdan Charter School for Girls, Aldar Education
Peshenzi MatarePeshenzi Matare
Secondary Mathematics Teacher at Bloom Charter Education- Ain Al Fayedha SchoolSecondary Mathematics Teacher at Bloom Charter Education- Ain Al Fayedha School
CHRIS SIMPSON - BA, NEBOSHCHRIS SIMPSON - BA, NEBOSH
Manager – Operations & Support Services/Business Manager at ALDAR EDUCATIONManager – Operations & Support Services/Business Manager at ALDAR EDUCATION
Charles GomesCharles Gomes
Demi Chef De Partie at Al-Ain Equestrian Shooting and Golf ClubDemi Chef De Partie at Al-Ain Equestrian Shooting and Golf Club
Noof AlbaidhaniNoof Albaidhani
Hospitality Officer /Patient Experience Department at Corniche HospitalHospitality Officer /Patient Experience Department at Corniche Hospital