John Cullinane
Carrick-on-Suir,Waterford
Summary
Enthusiastic prospective M.A graduate student with 5 years of experience as a tour guide/information officer in a civil service body. Excellent communication skills demonstrated in both teaching and information officer roles. Looking to utilize knowledge and abilities in a PR, communications adviser, civil service, or politically-related environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Information Officer/Tour Guide
Office of Public Works
Kilkenny , County Kilkenny
2017.06 - 2022.09
- Provided daily tours to visitors of the Jerpoint Abbey, Tintern Abbey, and Kells Priory heritage sites.
- Trained apprentice guides on important information to present to tourists and travelers.
- Documented daily tour activities and prepared incident reports.
- Addressed the inquiries, issues, and concerns of tourists.
- Collaborated with bus companies to provide personalized tours.
- Collected and processed payments.
- Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded the necessary information.
TEFL - English as a Foreign Language Teacher
Bridge It School of Languages
Cartagena , Murcia, Spain
2019.10 - 2020.03
- Planned and delivered specific lessons to designated classes and age groups.
- Built student confidence and competence through targeted exam preparation and compassionate guidance.
- Charted the progress of students with comprehensive observations and reports.
- Utilized audio and visual resources to produce new materials.
- Prepared tests, examination papers, and exercises to gauge student performance.
- Incorporated content from popular music and films to motivate and engage students.
General Operative
Dawn Meats
Kilmacthomas , Waterford
2015.06 - 2015.09
- Picked and packed with speed and precision.
- Maximised productivity with proactive planning.
- Kept clean working areas for safe, productive warehouse environments.
- Worked part of fast-paced production line, continually achieving targets.
Football Coach
Carrick United
Tipperary , County Tipperary
2014.06 - 2014.08
- Developed strategy ahead of key matches and competitions.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills and strengths and assigned team positions accordingly.
- Protected club equipment through appropriate storage and maintenance.
- Built player strength and technique through strategic direction and mentoring.
- Planned cohesive training schedules to drive team performance.
Education
Master of Arts - Politics and International Relations
2022.10 -
Bachelor of Arts - English and History
2014.09 - 2018.08
Skills
- Public speaking
- Customer service
- Oral and written communication
- Teamwork and contribution
- Lesson design
- University application proofreading
- Microsoft Word expertise
- Training and mentoring
Languages
English
Native
Interests
Politics
Politics
I am a keen observer of UK, Irish, and international politics and am determined to work in the political sphere in the future. I enjoy it because of its pulsating variety and its vital consequences for day-to-day life in general society.
Timeline
Hope University Liverpool - Master of Arts, Politics and International Relations
2022.10 -
TEFL - English as a Foreign Language Teacher - Bridge It School of Languages
2019.10 - 2020.03
Information Officer/Tour Guide - Office of Public Works
2017.06 - 2022.09
General Operative - Dawn Meats
2015.06 - 2015.09
University of Limerick - Bachelor of Arts, English and History
2014.09 - 2018.08
Football Coach - Carrick United
2014.06 - 2014.08
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