Declan Bradley
Letterkenny,Ireland
Summary
Versatile educator with a strong ability to integrate technology and creative elements, such as music, into lesson planning to enhance student engagement. Demonstrates expertise in positive behaviour management strategies and building rapport with students across diverse age groups. I pride myself on creating innovative and engaging lessons in an enthusiastic and energetic manner. Committed to inspiring students through innovative teaching methods while promoting holistic development.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Student Teacher
Oakgrove Integrated Primary School
Derry, United Kingdom
09.2024 - 06.2025
- Balanced an intensive university course load with the demands of a P4 classroom.
- Collaborated with teachers to enrich curriculum content. Built towards teaching 80% of the classes by the final term.
- Utilised constructive feedback from mentor teachers and lecturers to improve teaching approach.
- Improved classroom management skills with hands-on experience.
- Aligned lesson objectives with national curriculum standards for comprehensive coverage of topics.
Student Teacher
Good Shepherd Primary School
Derry, United Kingdom
02.2025 - 03.2025
- Spent 6 weeks on a secondary placement in a P1 class (ages 4-5).
- Fostered a nurturing, safe and engaging environment with a strong focus on learning.
- Created engaging visual aids for clearer lesson delivery.
- Observed lead teacher's classes, enhanced pedagogical knowledge and skill set.
- Prepared educational materials to support learning outcomes, focused heavily on handmade materials to engage with such a young class.
- Prioritised clear and concise lessons tailored to students attention spans aimed to maximise learning.
English Teacher
JLee Preparatory
Seoul, South Korea
08.2021 - 08.2023
- Worked in a fast paced kindergarten environment (ages 3-4) and delivered engaging lessons.
- Worked with my assistant teacher to ensure a supportive and nurturing environment to help students first entering the school system.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans for students' improved understanding of the English language - worked from 0 English to engaging back and forth dialogues by the end of the year.
- Fostered a positive learning environment with clear classroom management strategies.
English Teacher
Centre Cultural
Balaguer, Spain
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Tailored teaching approach to accommodate individual student needs, promoting academic growth.
- Worked with a diversity of English levels and ages (13-17 + some adult classes).
- Prepared students for standardised tests, contributing to their successful performance.
English Teacher
Eden English
Nanning, China
09.2019 - 02.2020
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance, supporting administrative tasks.
- Enhanced literacy skills by implementing innovative teaching methods.
- Taught spelling, pronunciation and sentence structure to form basic foundation of language.
Education
Postgraduate Degree - Education with International Qualified Teacher Status (iQTS)
The University of Coventry
Coventry 09.2024 - 06.2025
Bachelors Degree - Business Studies
Dublin City University
Dublin 09.2011 - 06.2015
Skills
- Effective integration of technology into lesson planning
- Strong musical background as a singer and guitarist who performs live regularly and experience integrating this in lessons (particularly amongst younger age groups)
- Strong Spanish language skills
- Good ability to build a rapport with students
- Positive Behaviour Management Strategies
- Good interest in sport - marathon runner, avid cyclist and interest in soccer
- Broad experience in other sectors (Tech company, construction, accounting) before working in education
Certification
QTS - Qualified Teacher Status as awarded by the UK Department for Education
Timeline
Student Teacher
Good Shepherd Primary School
02.2025 - 03.2025
Student Teacher
Oakgrove Integrated Primary School
09.2024 - 06.2025
Postgraduate Degree - Education with International Qualified Teacher Status (iQTS)
The University of Coventry
09.2024 - 06.2025
English Teacher
JLee Preparatory
08.2021 - 08.2023
English Teacher
Centre Cultural
09.2020 - 06.2021
English Teacher
Eden English
09.2019 - 02.2020
Bachelors Degree - Business Studies
Dublin City University
09.2011 - 06.2015
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