Caitlin Heffernan
Mallow,Co. Cork
Summary
Passionate secondary school teacher with significant experience in developing and implementing engaging curriculum. Skilled in creating inclusive learning environments that encourage student participation and foster academic growth. Successfully enhanced student performance through innovative teaching methods and individualized support. Committed to continuous professional development and collaboration with colleagues to improve school-wide educational standards.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Farm Hand
Farm Relief Services
Cork
02.2023 - Current
- Operation and Maintenance: Knowledge of how to operate and maintain milking machines, cooling systems, and other dairy equipment
- Milking: Proficiency in milking cows by hand or using milking machines
- Health Monitoring: Ability to recognize signs of illness or distress in cows and assist with basic healthcare tasks
- Strength and Endurance: Physical fitness and the ability to handle strenuous, repetitive tasks, including heavy lifting
Physical Education and SPHE Teacher
Colaiste Mhuire
Buttevant, Ireland
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
Sports and Recreation Supervisor
St Joseph's Foundation
Charleville
07.2023 - 01.2024
- Empathy and Patience: Understand and be patient with individuals with special needs
- Recognize their unique challenges and provide support accordingly
- Communication Skills: Effective communication is key to ensuring participants understand instructions and can express their needs or concerns
- Adaptability: Be flexible in adapting sports activities to cater to varying abilities and needs
- Modify games and exercises as necessary
Special Needs Healthcare Assistant
Windmill Healthcare
Cork/Limerick
02.2021 - 01.2023
- Basic Healthcare Skills: Familiarity with basic healthcare tasks such as administering medication, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs)
- Assistive Technology: Proficiency in using and maintaining assistive devices and technology that may be required by individuals with special needs
- Behavior Management: Skills in de-escalation and behavior management, especially for individuals who may exhibit challenging behaviors
- Teamwork: Collaborating with other healthcare professionals, family members, and support agencies to provide comprehensive care
Education
Link in Biology Modules - Plant Physiology, Microbiology And Crop Science
University of Limerick
Limerick, Ireland 12-2024
Graduate diploma - physical education
Portobello Institute
Dublin05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Sports and Exercise Science
University of Limerick
Limerick09.2023
Leaving Certificate -
Scoil Mhuire Kanturk
Mallow, Co. Cork08.2019
Primary School -
Scoil Eoin Baiste
Kilbrin, Cork05.2015
Skills
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Calm Under Pressure
- Attention to Detail
- Supervision and Leadership
- Multitasking
- Problem Resolution
- Physical Education Knowledge
- Adapted physical education
Certification
- Manual Handling
- CPI training
- Patient manual handling
- Food safety level 1
Accomplishments
- All-Ireland Senior A cup College rugby champions 2023 medallist., 03/2023
- Represented Cork's under-17 development squad in Gaelic Football., 2022
- Represented the Munster development ladies' Rugby squad., 2022
- Organized fundraising events for the Hope Foundation in Calcutta., 2022
- Volunteered in Calcutta, India., 2022
- Reached the all-Ireland final of the Irish Angus beef competition., 2022
References
Any additional references can be given.
Languages
English
First Language
Timeline
Physical Education and SPHE Teacher
Colaiste Mhuire
01.2024 - 06.2024
Sports and Recreation Supervisor
St Joseph's Foundation
07.2023 - 01.2024
Farm Hand
Farm Relief Services
02.2023 - Current
Special Needs Healthcare Assistant
Windmill Healthcare
02.2021 - 01.2023
Link in Biology Modules - Plant Physiology, Microbiology And Crop Science
University of Limerick
Graduate diploma - physical education
Portobello Institute
Bachelor of Science - Sports and Exercise Science
University of Limerick
Leaving Certificate -
Scoil Mhuire Kanturk
Primary School -
Scoil Eoin Baiste
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