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Cathryn Ward

Teaching Assistant
Dublin

Summary

Motivated and skilled professional with a successful track record in tech sales, seeking a transition into the field of teaching. Looking to begin their Masters of Education in Hibernia during 2024. Committed to leveraging strong communication, problem-solving and customer-centric skills to create engaging and inclusive learning environments that inspire students to achieve their full potential.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Substitute Teacher

Scoil Maelruain Junior
03.2024 - Current
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Collaborated with teachers to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.

Teacher's Assistant

Sacred Heart Boys National School
11.2023 - Current
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
  • Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.

Sales Representative

Zendesk, Twilio, Microsoft
07.2015 - 09.2023
  • Successfully managed and nurtured customer relationships, exceeding sales targets
  • Effectively communicated and demonstrated complex technical products and features to diverse audiences
  • Proactively identified customer needs, provided tailored solutions and addressed concerns promptly and professionally.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams, ensuring smooth project implementation and customer satisfaction

Substitute Teacher

Byskogen Middleschool
12.2014 - 03.2015
  • Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.

Education

Higher Diploma - Psychology

Dublin Business School
Dublin
09.2017 - 05.2019

Bachelor of Science - Zoology

Trinity College Dublin
Dublin
09.2007 - 05.2012

Skills

Classroom Management

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Interests

Member of a Ladies Soccer team

Yoga and Mindfulness

Member of running club

Timeline

Substitute Teacher

Scoil Maelruain Junior
03.2024 - Current

Teacher's Assistant

Sacred Heart Boys National School
11.2023 - Current

Higher Diploma - Psychology

Dublin Business School
09.2017 - 05.2019

Sales Representative

Zendesk, Twilio, Microsoft
07.2015 - 09.2023

Substitute Teacher

Byskogen Middleschool
12.2014 - 03.2015

Bachelor of Science - Zoology

Trinity College Dublin
09.2007 - 05.2012
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