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Alan Neil McCarthy

Beaumont,Ireland

Summary

Previously working as a teacher in the secondary school sector as well as a teacher of English as a second language , I have successfully completed a M.A. in Philosophy from the University College Cork. Along with teaching in Taiwan and now online, I also have experience of working in telecommunications, the NGO sector, the retail sector as well as the care sector in addition to the University sector . My experience in teaching has led me to be patient, use clear and concise language and develop excellent observational skills.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Teacher

English talks language School
Cork, Ireland
03.2024 - 09.2024
  • Here I oversaw a class at a local language academy here in Cork, Ireland
  • Over the course of this job I prepared students for the Cambridge exams and tie exams, taught general English classes as well as business classes.
  • Here I taught somewhere in the region of thirty students in total, working on the students own capabilities as well as basic language concepts
  • Fostered strong relationships with students by displaying genuine interest in their personal growth and achievements.
  • Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.

Teacher

Kinsale Community School
Cork, Ireland , County Cork
09.2024 - 12.2024
  • Here I taught a mixture of classes, working with kids in a secondary school, teaching them history, CSPE and politics.
  • I gave the students regular tests, seeking to maintain the high levels that the school pertains to.
  • I engaged with the school debate team, helping to foster a comradery amongst the schools teammates.
  • Utilized ICT tools, enhanced interactive learning experience in classrooms.
  • Integrated technology into lessons to make subjects more appealing to today's tech-savvy students.
  • Communicated regularly with parents about their children's performance and behavior at school.

History Tutor UCC

University College Cork
Cork, County Cork
09.2023 - 12.2023
  • Here I taught first year history students about their
  • As a teacher, I encourage the children to learn as much English as possible every week
  • Tutored the children on medieval history up to the byzantine period focusing on their core understanding of the modules, preparing them to write their first University level paper.
  • Managed multiple students simultaneously whilst maintaining high quality instruction.
  • Adapted teaching style for individual learning capabilities.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing interactive teaching methods.

Education

Diploma of Higher Education - Social Policy

University College Cork
Cork
01.2019 - 01.2020

M.A. - Philosophy

University College Cork
01.2016 - 12.2016

B.A. - History and Politics

University College Cork
01.2014 - 12.2014

Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Test proctoring
  • Critical thinker
  • Innovation
  • Public speaking
  • Positive atmosphere promotion
  • Outstanding social skills
  • Adult education
  • Student behavior management
  • Strong collaborator

Accomplishments

  • Reading
  • Writing
  • Fitness
  • Meditation
  • Playing the clarinet
  • Cycling

Custom

Available on request

Timeline

Teacher

Kinsale Community School
09.2024 - 12.2024

Teacher

English talks language School
03.2024 - 09.2024

History Tutor UCC

University College Cork
09.2023 - 12.2023

Diploma of Higher Education - Social Policy

University College Cork
01.2019 - 01.2020

M.A. - Philosophy

University College Cork
01.2016 - 12.2016

B.A. - History and Politics

University College Cork
01.2014 - 12.2014

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