Aoife Guinan
Rochfortbridge,County Westmeath
Summary
Dedicated and dedicated History and Classical Studies teacher with nurturing personality, committed to inspiring and guiding students. Proficient in communication and classroom management, with solid foundation in educational principles. Aspires to foster positive learning environment and contribute to students' academic and personal growth. Experience in teaching diverse student populations, across multiple religions, cultures, and needs.
Helped students achieve significant improvements in literacy and numeracy skills through innovative lesson plans and personalised support, and encourages active participation and collaboration.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work history
Student teacher
Wesley College Dublin
Ballinteer, Dublin 16
2025.08 - Current
- Developed innovative lesson plans by incorporating digital technology.
- Created engaging visual aids for clearer lesson delivery.
- Assisted lead teacher for enhancing student engagement.
- Collaborated with teachers to enrich curriculum content.
- Participated in staff meetings, contributed valuable insights towards school improvement plans.
- Improved classroom management skills with hands-on experience.
- Conducted parent-teacher meetings, improved home-school communication.
- Worked with teachers to uphold behaviour management policies.
- Managed after-school activities to promote student involvement and leadership skills development.
Student Teacher
Wilson's Hospital School
Multyfarnham, County Westmeath
2024.08 - 2025.05
- Tailored teaching style, achieved better student understanding.
- Built strong rapport with pupils, fostered a positive learning environment.
- Improved classroom management skills with hands-on experience.
- Observed lead teacher's classes, enhanced pedagogical knowledge and skill set.
- Balanced university-based study alongside weekly teaching duties.
- Established classroom rules and standards of behaviours.
Education
Professional Master of Education - Education
University College Dublin
Dublin 2024.09 -
Bachelor of Arts - History, Greek & Roman Civilisation
Maynooth University
Maynooth 2020.09 - 2023.08
Skills
- Autism spectrum disorder understanding
- Educational technology use
- Pedagogical theory application
- Literacy promotion
- Child safeguarding certification
- Inclusive education practices
- Training and Development
- Parent-teacher communication
- Creative lesson planning
References
References available upon request.
Continuous Professional Development
- Oide, Child Protection Training Day, 24/10/2025
- Professional Learning Experience (History), 08/12/2025
- Oide, Senior Cycle Redevelopment, 27/01/2026
Timeline
Student teacher
Wesley College Dublin
2025.08 - Current
Professional Master of Education - Education
University College Dublin
2024.09 -
Student Teacher
Wilson's Hospital School
2024.08 - 2025.05
Bachelor of Arts - History, Greek & Roman Civilisation
Maynooth University
2020.09 - 2023.08