Clodagh King
Carrigaline,Co. Cork
Summary
Dedicated professional with experience in special educational needs and differentiated instruction. Proficient in conducting Individual Education Plans (IEP) reviews and lesson planning. Strong team collaboration skills and adaptability to change, contributing to a dynamic learning environment. Committed to enhancing educational outcomes for students with diverse needs.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Workshop Tutor
Dyslexia Ireland
2024.12 - 2025.08
- Adapt teaching style for individual learning capabilities.
- Foster a positive learning environment to enhance student focus.
- Support students to identify problems impeding education.
- Design learning plans tailored to individual needs.
Substitute Teacher – Secondary, Primary, AEN, Home Tuition.
Dept. Education
2021.06 - 2025.08
Worked in various schools as a substitute teacher:
Home Tuition.
Minane Bridge NS - SET & Resource
St Pauls Special School, Montenotte - SET
St Mary's Special School, Rochestown - SET
Placement(1st & 3rd Years) & Substitute Panel
Carrigaline Community School
2025.03 - 2025.05
English & Resource / AEN (S/L cover and placement)
Carrigaline Community School
2024.10 - 2024.12
English (1st Years) SET (ASD class) EAL (5th Year)
Coláiste Muire Crosshaven
2023.08 - 2024.05
SNA – Maternity Leave Cover
Carrigaline Community School
2022.10 - 2023.05
Adult Day, Residential and Respite Services Manager, Bandon.
Brothers of Charity, Southern Services
2017.04 - 2018.01
Programme/ Area Manager, Adult and Children’s Residential and Respite Services.
St. John of Gods, Carmona Services
2011.11 - 2015.04
Coordinator, Community Residential Services
St. John of Gods, Liffey Valley Services (formally Menni Services)
2005.07 - 2011.11
- Social Care Worker / Social Care Leader (from May 2004)
Education
PMEPP - English and Digital Language & Technology
Hibernia College
Lay Local Ministry - Theology / Biblical studies / Ministerial work
Northridge House
2022.09 - 2024.09
H. Dip. - Integrative Psychotherapy (QQI 9)
University College Cork
2000.09 - 2001.06
BA - English, Psychology (QQI 8)
University College Cork
1997.09 - 2000.05
Leaving Certificate -
Crosshaven / College of Commerce
1996.08 - 1997.06
Skills
- Special educational needs
- Special education experience
- Personal Education Plan (PEP) reviews
- Lesson planning
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability to change
References
- Pat, Looney, DP, 021 4372300, Carrigaline Community School
- Patricia, Delahunty, DP, 021 4831604, Coláiste Muire, Crosshaven
- Rev Canon Elaine, Murray, Canon, 0872363100, Carrigaline Union of Parishes
Volunteer Experience
- Spun Out, ‘Text About It’ Volunteer, 2025-08, Current, (in training)
- Carrigaline Union of Parishes, Local Lay Ministry, Carrigaline, 2018-08, Current, St Mary’s Church and Parish, Carrigaline, Sunday Club & Confirmation Classes, Minister of the Eucharist, Chair Yoga for MU, (April ’23 – current)
- St Luke’s Day Service, Blackrock & Carrigaline Union of Parishes, Pastoral Care / Local Lay Minister, 2023-04, Current
- Carrigaline Rugby Club, Assistant Coach – Leprechauns, 2021-10, 2023-08
Affiliations
- Photography
- Crochet, Arts and Crafts
- Guitar
- Sea Swimming
- Reading
- Poetry - Published
Certification
Dyslexia Ireland - Dyslexia for school teachers (Level 1)- 2025
Children's First ELearning Programme - 2023
Yoga Instructor - 2014
Timeline
Placement(1st & 3rd Years) & Substitute Panel
Carrigaline Community School
2025.03 - 2025.05
Workshop Tutor
Dyslexia Ireland
2024.12 - 2025.08
English & Resource / AEN (S/L cover and placement)
Carrigaline Community School
2024.10 - 2024.12
English (1st Years) SET (ASD class) EAL (5th Year)
Coláiste Muire Crosshaven
2023.08 - 2024.05
SNA – Maternity Leave Cover
Carrigaline Community School
2022.10 - 2023.05
Lay Local Ministry - Theology / Biblical studies / Ministerial work
Northridge House
2022.09 - 2024.09
Substitute Teacher – Secondary, Primary, AEN, Home Tuition.
Dept. Education
2021.06 - 2025.08
Adult Day, Residential and Respite Services Manager, Bandon.
Brothers of Charity, Southern Services
2017.04 - 2018.01
Programme/ Area Manager, Adult and Children’s Residential and Respite Services.
St. John of Gods, Carmona Services
2011.11 - 2015.04
Coordinator, Community Residential Services
St. John of Gods, Liffey Valley Services (formally Menni Services)
2005.07 - 2011.11
H. Dip. - Integrative Psychotherapy (QQI 9)
University College Cork
2000.09 - 2001.06
BA - English, Psychology (QQI 8)
University College Cork
1997.09 - 2000.05
Leaving Certificate -
Crosshaven / College of Commerce
1996.08 - 1997.06
PMEPP - English and Digital Language & Technology
Hibernia College