Denise Kinsella
Mount Alexander, Gorey, Wexford
Summary
A proactive, newly qualified teacher with proven relevant experience at Gorey Community School, I ensure to engage in reflective and inclusive practices. Skilled in high-quality lesson planning and classroom management, I adapt teaching methodologies to meet diverse student needs. I always strive to create a student-centred learning environment to encourage success both academically and beyond.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher/Student Teacher
Gorey Community School
Gorey, Wexford
09.2022 - Current
- Engaged in reflective practice, which included self-evaluation of instruction methods used during lessons.
- Developed excellent collaboration skills through working alongside department members.
- Implemented teaching methods based on the individual needs of each student, using differentiated instruction.
- Established rules and procedures for optimal classroom management.
Language Tutor
Monaseed National (primary) School
Monaseed, Wexford
01.2024 - 03.2025
- Planning lessons in line with the framework set out by the 'Say Yes to Languages' module for primary school students.
- Implementing evidence-based classroom activities to facilitate a healthy learning environment.
- Using age-appropriate, authentic materials.
- I have been invited to return to the school for language tutoring during this academic year, which presents an opportunity to further develop skills in this area.
Counterhand
Furlong's Family Butcher
Gorey, Wexford
10.2012 - 02.2019
- Worked successfully with a diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Identified the needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Provided induction services to new employees.
- I held a position of responsibility as a keyholder for both the store and the safe.
- Reviewed and updated any necessary paperwork required in the food industry.
Education
Master of Education - Education (post-primary)
University College Dublin
Dublin, Ireland05-2024
Bachelor of Arts - History And German
University College Dublin
Dublin, Ireland05-2022
Skills
- Reflective practice
- Inclusive practice
- High-quality lesson planning
- Collaboration
- Class tutoring
- Classroom management
- Time management
- Excellent knowledge of effective teaching methodologies
Certification
- An overview of the Senior Cycle SPHE Specification 2024 on 24/01/2025
- Improving the Efficiency of Assessment and Feedback in the History Classroom on 20/11/2024
Languages
English
First Language
German
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Affiliations
- Athletics
- Hiking
- Gym and Fitness
- Reading
- I welcome the opportunity to
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Language Tutor
Monaseed National (primary) School
01.2024 - 03.2025
Teacher/Student Teacher
Gorey Community School
09.2022 - Current
Counterhand
Furlong's Family Butcher
10.2012 - 02.2019
Master of Education - Education (post-primary)
University College Dublin
Bachelor of Arts - History And German
University College Dublin
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