Liam Patterson
Limerick
Summary
Dedicated educator with a Master of Arts in Local History, skilled in classroom management and curriculum development. Committed to fostering inclusive learning environments through individual education plans. Strong foundation in teaching methodologies and collaborative practices aims to enhance educational experiences. Customer service experience has refined attention to detail and time management, supporting effective daily operations.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mainstream Class Teacher
Broadford Primary Sdchool
Broadford, Ireland
04.2006 - Current
- I began teaching in Broadford Primary school in 2006 as teaching Principal.
- Led initiative to establish an autistic unit at the school in 2010 through extensive lobbying.
- As a teaching principal I taught a variety of classes ranging from senior infants to fourth class.
- Managed day-to-day operations of the school, including administration and liaising with the board of management, Department of Education, and NCSE.
- Collaborated with staff and parents to develop and implement individual education plans for pupils, working closely with individuals and groups both within and outside the mainstream classroom.
Mainstream Class Teacher
Monaleen Primary school
Limerick, Ireland
09.2002 - 04.2006
- I performed as a mainstream class teacher teaching first class over this period.
- Assisted in Gaa coaching within the school coaching teams for various competitions.
- Preparing classes for performances in-school plays at Christmas.
Secondary School Teacher
Charleville CBS
Charleville, Ireland
09.1998 - 05.1999
- I taught Geography to 4th year and Leaving Cert classes.
- I taught History to second year and intermediate cert classes.
- I coached Gaelic football at both under 16 and under 18 levels.
Opertator
Carbery Milk products
Ballineen, Ireland
03.1996 - 07.1997
- I worked as a store assistant loading and unloading products on loading bay.
- Sampling products and preparing products for departure.
- Worked as an operator in both the cheese and alcohol departments.
Education
Master of Arts - Masters in Local History
University of Limerick
limerick01-2027
Diploma of Higher Education - Post Graduate Diploma in Education
Mary Immaculate College
Limerick01-2002
Certificate of Higher Education - Higher Diploma In Education
University College Cork
Cork01-1998
Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Arts
University College Cork
Cork01-1994
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Behaviour management
- Individual education plans
- Special education support
- Team collaboration
Certification
- I have completed a child safety course with the Gaa.
- I have completed the basic fundamental Gaa coaching course.
- I have completed the level Gaa coaching course.
- I have achieved a certificate for successfully completing New rules for Lgfa course.
- I am currently completing a course for excel and am awaiting certification.
Hobbies and interests
- I have coached at club level in both codes from juvenile to adult.
- I have been a coach in the Limerick Gaelic football academy in 2018.
- I have been a coach to Cork football development squads 2019-2021.
- I have engaged in creative w
References
- Mr Aonghus O Brien Principal Broadford Nartional School Broadford County Clare.
- Father Sean Harmon PP Mungret, Raheen, Crecora Parish Limerick.
- Dr David Fleming, Head of History department , University of Limerick.
Accomplishments
- I have been a Primary School Principal.
- I have performed both as a Special Education and mainstream classroom teacher.
- I established an autistic unit in Broadford Primary school only the second in the county at that time.
- A deep interest in history working to complete my M.A in local in history in 2027.
- I have completed my first book Submerged in 2021. I am now working on my second historical fiction book.
- I am experienced coach both at club and inter county juvenile level.
- I have strong interpersonal skills and can work effectively as part of a team.
- An experienced Gaa coach at both club and inter county juvenile level.
Timeline
Mainstream Class Teacher
Broadford Primary Sdchool
04.2006 - Current
Mainstream Class Teacher
Monaleen Primary school
09.2002 - 04.2006
Secondary School Teacher
Charleville CBS
09.1998 - 05.1999
Opertator
Carbery Milk products
03.1996 - 07.1997
Master of Arts - Masters in Local History
University of Limerick
Diploma of Higher Education - Post Graduate Diploma in Education
Mary Immaculate College
Certificate of Higher Education - Higher Diploma In Education
University College Cork
Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Arts
University College Cork