Teresa O'Donovan
Abu Dhabi,United Arab Emirates
Summary
Passionate and dedicated educator with a wealth of experience cultivating a love for learning among young students. With a teaching background of three years in the United Arab Emirates, I possess significant exposure to the local culture and expertise in teaching students with English as an additional language. Devoted to establishing a nurturing and interactive classroom setting where every child can excel academically, socially, and emotionally.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
LIWA International School
Abu Dhabi, U.A.E
08.2023 - Current
- Plan and implement developmentally appropriate lessons for English, Mathematics and Science.
- Differentiated instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of students, incorporating hands-on activities and technology to enhance engagement.
- Conduct ongoing assessments and adapt teaching methods to address individual student strengths and challenges.
- Collaborate with parents through regular communication via class Dojo, Schoology, Powerschool, Zoom meetings or face to face to support all aspect of student growth.
- Attend and contribute to staff professional development meetings weekly.
- Conduct assessments to aid the admissions process, ensuring a fair and transparent selection of students.
Admin Assistant
O'Donovan Lifts
, Ireland
05.2022 - 07.2023
- Oversee day-to-day administrative operations, including office management, scheduling, and workflow coordination.
- Implement and optimize administrative procedures to enhance efficiency and productivity.
- Manage financial records, invoicing and expense tracking, ensuring accuracy and compliance with governmental policies.
- Communicating and collaborating with colleagues, clients, and superiors.
Nanny
Private Family
Sydney
03.2019 - 04.2022
- Plan and engage in activities that promote language development, such as reading books, telling stories, and playing language-focused games.
- Tailoring lessons and teaching methods to suit the individual learning style, pace, and needs of the student.
- Regularly communicating with parents about the children's well-being, activities, and development.
- Monitor and support the physical, social, and emotional development of the children.
- Ensure a safe and secure environment for the children at all times.
Pre-School Room Leader
Kids Stop
, Ireland
09.2018 - 01.2019
- Lead a team of educators in providing high-quality early childhood education.
- Develop and implement age-appropriate curriculum, incorporating creative and play-based learning activities.
- Ensure a safe and inclusive classroom environment that promotes the social, emotional, and cognitive development of each child.
- Conduct regular assessments of children's progress and communicate effectively with parents regarding milestones, challenges, and achievements.
- Co-ordinated creative learning activities in line with the Early Childhood Framework, children's individual development and the curriculum.
After School Carer
Sherpa Kids
, Ireland
09.2018 - 01.2019
- Supervise and engage with children during after-school hours, ensuring their safety and well-being.
- Plan and implement age-appropriate activities that promote physical, social, and intellectual development.
- Assist with homework and provide academic support as needed.
- Communicate effectively with parents regarding children's daily activities and any concerns.
- Maintain a clean and organized environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
Kindergarten Teacher
International School of Choueifat
Ajman, United Arab Emirates
09.2016 - 06.2018
- Contribute to the planning and setup of school facilities, including classrooms, staff rooms, sport and recreational areas.
- Establish a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promoted a love for learning and encouraged student participation.
- Organize events and activities to engage the community and build support for the school.
- Plan and organise classrooms that consistently facilitated positive learning experience.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Years and Childhood Studies
University College Cork
Cork 09.2013 - 06.2016
Skills
- Student differentiation
- Classroom behaviour management
- Inquiry-based learning
- Child safeguarding
- Hands-on teaching
- Parent communication
Languages
English
Native
Accomplishments
- First Aid training including a module for providing an emergency first aid response in an education and care setting.
- Child Protection and Safeguarding certificate.
- Schoology and Powerschool training.
- HMH training.
- Extra-curricular leader for a range of afterschool activities including yoga, mindfulness and art.
- Experience as a fire warden.
- Volunteering with Girl Guides, Brownies and Ladybirds groups.
- Paired reading in disadvantaged schools.
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
LIWA International School
08.2023 - Current
Admin Assistant
O'Donovan Lifts
05.2022 - 07.2023
Nanny
Private Family
03.2019 - 04.2022
Pre-School Room Leader
Kids Stop
09.2018 - 01.2019
After School Carer
Sherpa Kids
09.2018 - 01.2019
Kindergarten Teacher
International School of Choueifat
09.2016 - 06.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Early Years and Childhood Studies
University College Cork
09.2013 - 06.2016
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