COLM HALPIN
Ratoath,Meath
Summary
Accomplished educator with extensive experience in teaching Business Studies and Economics, specialising in inclusive education and differentiated instruction. Proficient in assessment for learning, project-based learning, and classroom management. Adept at utilising digital learning tools such as Microsoft Teams, OneNote, PowerPoint, Google Classroom, and the Microsoft Office Suite to enhance student engagement. Demonstrates strong communication skills and international education experience. Committed to student mentoring, extracurricular leadership, and early childhood education principles. Passionate about training and development to foster a dynamic learning environment. Proficient in customer relationship management and sales within various industries such as automotive, rental, retail, hospitality, and education. Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills acquired through high-pressure commercial roles and educational experiences. Focused on sustainability and international business, with a keen interest in facilitating the green industrial transition.
Overview
3
3
Languages
6
6
years of post-secondary education
5
5
years of professional experience
Work history
Student Teacher – Business & Economics
Coláiste De Lacy, Ashbourne Education Campus
Ashbourne
2025.08 - 2026.06
- Planned and delivered Business Studies lessons for junior secondary students, taking responsibility for classroom learning and student progress.
- Designed engaging lessons using collaborative activities, case studies, digital tools and real-world business examples.
- Created differentiated resources to support students with diverse learning needs, including AEN learners.
- Developed and assessed project-based learning activities focused on research, communication and presentation skills.
- Used formative assessment strategies to monitor progress and provide constructive feedback.
- Contributed to wider school life through supervision duties and extracurricular activities.
- Assisted with school rugby coaching, promoting teamwork, leadership and student wellbeing.
Student Teacher – Business & Economics
Our Lady’s School, Templeogue
Dublin
2024.08 - 2025.05
- Delivered Business Studies and Leaving Certificate Economics lessons across secondary-level classes.
- Planned lessons incorporating active learning strategies, discussion, problem-solving and real-world applications.
- Implemented inclusive teaching approaches including scaffolding, differentiation and Universal Design for Learning strategies.
- Developed digital learning resources using Microsoft Teams, OneNote and PowerPoint.
- Organised extracurricular activities including a weekly student Dungeons & Dragons club.
- Supported student development through mentoring, supervision and school community involvement.
Management trainee
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Swords, Leinster
2023.10 - 2024.12
- Coordinated team activities to increase productivity.
- Analysed market trends, resulting in more competitive strategies.
- Achieved efficient teamwork by facilitating clear communication amongst members.
- Implemented innovative ideas, fostering creativity within the team.
- Developed leadership skills for improved project execution.
- Built customer relationships in fast-paced sales settings while maintaining high satisfaction levels.
- Delivered sales and upselling targets using consultative communication and customer-focused service.
- Coordinated daily vehicle logistics scheduling and resolved customer issues promptly.
- Handled negotiations, set expectations, and solved problems under pressure.
- Collaborated across teams to support branch performance and improve operational efficiency.
Junior business analyst
Apex IFS
Dublin, Leinster
2021.06 - 2021.07
- Conducted SWOT analyses to identify potential business opportunities.
- Created detailed project plans outlining key tasks, milestones and deadlines, ensuring timely completion of assignments without compromising on quality.
- Gathered and analysed market data for informed strategic planning.
- Enhanced business process efficiency by mapping and analysing workflow.
- Achieved effective client communication and timely document management using IT and teamwork.
- Assisted in project management for successful completion of initiatives.
Education
Professional Master of Education - Business & Economics
University College Dublin
Ireland 2024.01 - 2026.01
MSc - International Business Management
GBSB Global Business School Barcelona
Barcelona, Spain 2022.01 - 2023.01
BA (Honours) - International Business & Economics
Maynooth University
Ireland 2019.01 - 2022.01
Skills
- Teaching
- Business Studies & Economics
- Inclusive Education
- Differentiated Instruction
- Assessment for Learning
- Project-Based Learning
- Classroom Management
- Digital Learning
- Microsoft Teams
- OneNote
- PowerPoint
- Google Classroom
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Additional Strengths
- International education experience
- Strong communication skills
- Student mentoring
- Extracurricular leadership
- Early childhood education principles
- Training and Development
Affiliations
- Rugby
- Football
Accomplishments
Runner-up in UCD Dissertation Poster Presentation
Captained my rugby team to a Leinster title in 2024
Languages
English
Native
Irish
Advanced
Italian
Intermediate
References
References available upon request.
REFERENCES
Available upon request
LEADERSHIP & EXTRACURRICULAR EXPERIENCE
GAA Coach – St Brendan’s GAA Club. Plan and deliver structured training sessions focused on skill development, teamwork and resilience. Level 1 coaching qualification. Rugby Coach & Former Captain – Ratoath RFC. Supported youth coaching and player development. Developed leadership, communication and team-building skills through sporting involvement.
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Timeline
Student Teacher – Business & Economics
Coláiste De Lacy, Ashbourne Education Campus
2025.08 - 2026.06
Student Teacher – Business & Economics
Our Lady’s School, Templeogue
2024.08 - 2025.05
Professional Master of Education - Business & Economics
University College Dublin
2024.01 - 2026.01
Management trainee
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
2023.10 - 2024.12
MSc - International Business Management
GBSB Global Business School Barcelona
2022.01 - 2023.01
Junior business analyst
Apex IFS
2021.06 - 2021.07
BA (Honours) - International Business & Economics
Maynooth University
2019.01 - 2022.01