JOAN BATEMAN
Limerick,,Ireland
Summary
Qualified Business and Accounting teacher with a Professional Master of Education and experience teaching across lower and upper secondary levels (ages 12–18). I currently work as a substitute teacher delivering Business, Accounting and Mathematics, alongside assigned Learning Support classes. In addition, I tutor Level 6 mature students on the University of Galway Access Programme, where I design assessments and support diverse students in developing academic confidence.
TEFL-certified and experienced in supporting EAL learners, I am confident teaching subject content through English in linguistically diverse classrooms. I am committed to creating structured, inclusive learning environments that promote student confidence, critical thinking and success in external examinations.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Accounting Tutor – Level 6 Programme
University of Galway – Access Centre
Galway, Ireland
2025.09 - 2026.02
- Teach Level 6 Accounting classes to a diverse group of learners within the University of Galway Access Programme.
- Provide feedback on continuous assessments to support student progress and understanding.
- Contribute to the preparation and setting of end-of-year examinations in line with course learning outcomes.
Substitute & Learning Support Teacher
Presentation College Athenry
Galway, Ireland
2025.09 - 2026.02
- Work as a substitute teacher primarily covering Accounting, Business and Mathematics across lower and upper secondary level (students aged 12–18).
- Deliver assigned Learning Support and Mathematics support classes, providing targeted small-group instruction.
- Teach Business Studies across multiple year groups, adapting lessons to suit varying abilities and curriculum requirements.
- Support the EAL department through small-group and in-class assistance, helping students develop both subject understanding and academic English.
- Work within the AEN unit, supporting students with a range of additional educational needs.
- Contribute to after-school study supervision and school trips.
Student Teacher – Business & Accounting
St Joseph’s Patrician College
Galway, Ireland
2024.08 - 2025.06
- Planned and delivered Business and Accounting lessons to mixed-ability secondary classes.
- Assessed mock examinations and provided structured feedback to support exam readiness.
- Established and coordinated a lunchtime Homework Club to promote independent study habits.
- Mentored Transition Year Enterprise teams to county-level competition success.
- Supported SEN learners and contributed to wider school life.
Substitute Business & Accounting Teacher
St Brigid’s College
Galway, Ireland
2024.08 - 2025.01
- Assumed responsibility for senior secondary Accounting classes during extended staff absence.
- Delivered Higher and Ordinary Level Accounting, preparing students for national examinations.
- Led parent–teacher meetings and produced detailed academic progress reports.
- Collaborated with the Business department on curriculum planning and resource development.
- Provided targeted one-to-one support to strengthen exam technique and student confidence.
Student Teacher – Business & Accounting
Scoil Pól
2023.01 - 2024.01
- Observed lead teacher's classes, enhanced pedagogical knowledge and skill set.
- Team-taught senior Accounting before assuming sole responsibility for 5th Year classes.
- Delivered junior cycle Business lessons supported by formative assessment strategies.
- Designed and delivered EAL support lessons for newly arrived Ukrainian students.
- Served as examination reader to ensure equitable access to formal assessments.
Education
Professional Master of Education - Level 9
University of Galway
Galway 2023.08 - 2025.05
Bachelor of Business (Honours) - Accounting, Level 8
Atlantic Technological University
Galway 2019.09 - 2023.06
Skills
- EAL Support & Academic English Development
- Business & Accounting Teaching
- Mathematics Teaching Experience
- Differentiated Teaching Strategies
- SEN & AEN Support
- Senior Examination Preparation
- Assessment & Examination Design
- Strong Classroom & Behaviour Management
- Lesson Planning & Scheme Development
- Parent Communication
- Digital Learning Tools
Websites
Certification
- 180-Hour Level 5 TEFL Diploma – TEFL Ireland (2026)
- Level 5 TEFL: Teaching Business English – TEFL Ireland (2026)
- Level 5 TEFL: Teaching Online & One-to-One – TEFL Ireland (2025)
- General Learning Disabilities – ICEP Europe (2025)
REFERENCES
Available upon request.
ADDITIONAL ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE
- Private Mathematics Tutor (2025–Present)
Provide one-to-one senior Mathematics tuition focused on exam preparation and confidence-building. - Examination Invigilator – St Clement’s College, Limerick (June 2025)
Supervised state examinations in line with official procedures. - Study Supervisor & Exam Assistant – Yeats College (2024–2025)
Supervised study sessions and corrected Business and Economics mock examinations. - Grinds Tutor – University of Galway Access Centre (2024–2025)
Delivered online Business revision courses for varied ability levels.
Affiliations
- Long-distance running
- Hiking and outdoor activities
- Team sports, including Gaelic Football
Accomplishments
- Leadership: Elected senior student leader (School Captain) in final year in secondary (Crescent College SJ, Limerick).
- EAL Initiative: Designed and delivered small-group English support for newly arrived students.
- Athletics: Long-distance runner; completed two half-marathons.
Languages
English
Fluent
Spanish
Intermediate
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Accounting Tutor – Level 6 Programme
University of Galway – Access Centre
2025.09 - 2026.02
Substitute & Learning Support Teacher
Presentation College Athenry
2025.09 - 2026.02
Student Teacher – Business & Accounting
St Joseph’s Patrician College
2024.08 - 2025.06
Substitute Business & Accounting Teacher
St Brigid’s College
2024.08 - 2025.01
Professional Master of Education - Level 9
University of Galway
2023.08 - 2025.05
Student Teacher – Business & Accounting
Scoil Pól
2023.01 - 2024.01
Bachelor of Business (Honours) - Accounting, Level 8
Atlantic Technological University
2019.09 - 2023.06