Celine Darcy
Instructor Working With ETB
Lucan
Summary
My objective is to use my experience and education to support children of all ages in their development, personal growth and strive to help them achieve their goals and ambitions. As an Instructor with excellent interpersonal skills and ability to foster positive learning environment conducive to success. I am an industrious educator with solid history of successfully stepping into diverse classroom environments and supporting students. I wish to seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
As a competent Special Education Paraprofessional offering wealth of experience in small group instruction with children of diverse ages. i too am passionate about education with desire to work with students across levels. I understand the importance of supporting all stakeholders.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
11
11
Certifications
Work History
Instructor/Keyworker
Stewarts Care
Dublin
12.2022 - Current
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Tested students to assess progress and adapted learning plans in alignment with performance.
- Developed and clearly presented classroom rules, guidelines and objectives.
Special Education Teacher
Loreto Junior Primary School
Dublin
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Worked with students with moderate to severe autism to increase life skills.
Special Education Teacher
St Bernadettes SNS
Dublin
12.2021 - 12.2021
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
Special Needs Assistant
Coláiste Pobail Setanta
Dublin
10.2021 - 12.2021
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Analyzed overall patient performance and recommended adjustments to care plan goals, supporting individual progression.
- Arranged transportation and accompanied patients to doctors' offices and errands.
- Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Established professional relationships with parents and other teachers to increase rapport and support.
Postal Worker
An Post
Dublin
12.2019 - 12.2021
- Used automated mail processing equipment to sort and collate mail.
- Weighed letters and packages and calculated costs based on classification, weight, and destination.
- Released registered and special delivery letters and packages to designated recipients and obtained signatures for release.
- Provided service and sales to walk-in customers.
- Weighed mail and computed pricing amounts.
- Sorted and placed mail into mailboxes and post office boxes with high levels of accuracy.
- Sorted mail according to size, shape and destination.
- Used computer systems to track packages and update client information.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Montessori Teacher
Tullystots Montessori
Dublin
09.2005 - 03.2019
- Assessed students in accordance with school guidelines, examined assessment data and refined learning plans to differentiate instruction for each student.
- Developed and implemented individualized learning plans, group lesson plans and classroom activities consistent with instructional guidelines.
- Monitored and tracked children's progress on daily, weekly and monthly basis.
- Adhered to licensing policies and procedures to help classrooms run smoothly.
- Greeted parents and children at arrival and departure times to make families feel welcomed into environment.
- Guided children to resolve disagreements and documented issues, incidents and behavior problems for appropriate follow-up.
- Implemented age-appropriate discipline practices and guidance methods for children and informed and trained staff on procedures.
- Coordinated with other teachers to develop lesson plans focused on intellectual, emotional and social development.
- Provided nurturing and stimulating educational environment for [Number] students.
- Prepared classroom and materials according to montessori pedagogy and needs of children.
- Contributed positively to school community and fully supported school mission and goals.
- Informed students and families of classroom activities and student progress and identified methods to involve parents in student education.
- Worked cooperatively with staff to provide training, support, guidance and constructive feedback.
- Established inspiring classroom setting with systems and procedures that managed student behavior, movement and learning.
- Observed children and interpreted classroom needs.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
- Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.
- Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
Montessori Teacher
Drysdale Montessori
Dublin
01.2005 - 06.2005
- Assessed students in accordance with school guidelines, examined assessment data and refined learning plans to differentiate instruction for each student.
- Developed and implemented individualized learning plans, group lesson plans and classroom activities consistent with instructional guidelines.
- Monitored and tracked children's progress on daily, weekly and monthly basis.
- Adhered to licensing policies and procedures to help classrooms run smoothly.
- Greeted parents and children at arrival and departure times to make families feel welcomed into environment.
- Prepared classroom and materials according to montessori pedagogy and needs of children.
Machine Setup Operator
Henkel Ireland
Dublin
01.1996 - 12.2004
- Adjusted machines to increase productivity for runs.
- Monitored equipment to detect and report malfunctions and prevent accidents.
- Calibrated and aligned machine components for proper functioning.
- Trained and mentored new and existing machinists on proper machining techniques.
- Recommended adjustments to production processes to optimize product quality.
- Repaired and maintained machine tools, fixtures and other production equipment.
- Lubricated parts and performed minor and preventive maintenance to improve machine function and increase lifespan.
Machine Operator
Packard Electric
Dublin
01.1988 - 04.1996
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Updated daily production logs and informed management of production incidents or non-conformance issues.
- Kept detailed production records and identified hold-ups.
- Maintained equipment performance by lubricating and cleaning components.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Replenished materials and supplies as needed to maintain production.
- Assembled products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs.
- Adjusted machines to increase productivity for runs.
- Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
Secretary
DG Stationary
Dublin
06.1987 - 12.1987
- Handled daily scheduling tasks and provided administrative support for entire department.
- Answered multi-line phone system and enthusiastically greeted callers.
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
- Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock and ordering new supplies.
- Scheduled appointments and conducted follow-up calls to clients.
- Maintained daily report documents, memos and invoices.
- Screened visitors and issued badges to maintain safety and security.
- Entered data into system and updated customer contacts with information to keep records current.
- Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance.
- Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
- Liaised between clients and vendors and maintained effective lines of communication.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
IT Carlow
Dublin 09.2012 - 08.2015
Master of Arts - Intercultural Education
Trinity College
08.2015 - 06.2018
Associate of Arts - Montessori Teacher Education
Portobello Institute
Dublin 08.2010 - 06.2011
Skills
Child development
undefinedAccomplishments
I enjoy Yoga and walking. I love to bake with my children and socialize with family and friends. I enjoy travelling and decorating my home.
Certification
Lamh
Timeline
Manual handling and People Handling e-learning Theory Module
12-2023
Instructor/Keyworker
Stewarts Care
12.2022 - Current
CPI Safety Intervention
12-2022
Manual Handling & Patient Handling
12-2022
Safeguarding adults at risk of abuse
12-2022
Communicating Effectively through Open Disclosure
10-2022
The Fundamentals of GDPR
10-2022
AMRIC Han Hygiene
10-2022
TUSLA always Children First
10-2022
Positive Handling for School Staff
06-2022
Special Education Teacher
Loreto Junior Primary School
01.2022 - 12.2022
Special Education Teacher
St Bernadettes SNS
12.2021 - 12.2021
Special Needs Assistant
Coláiste Pobail Setanta
10.2021 - 12.2021
Postal Worker
An Post
12.2019 - 12.2021
Lamh
05-2019
Master of Arts - Intercultural Education
Trinity College
08.2015 - 06.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
IT Carlow
09.2012 - 08.2015
Integrating Children with Additional Needs
09-2010
Associate of Arts - Montessori Teacher Education
Portobello Institute
08.2010 - 06.2011
Montessori Teacher
Tullystots Montessori
09.2005 - 03.2019
Montessori Teacher
Drysdale Montessori
01.2005 - 06.2005
Machine Setup Operator
Henkel Ireland
01.1996 - 12.2004
Machine Operator
Packard Electric
01.1988 - 04.1996
Secretary
DG Stationary
06.1987 - 12.1987
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