Lorraine Burke Harmsworth
Portlaoise,Ireland
Summary
Secondary School Teacher offering 22 years' experience in education. Resourceful and passionate educator with an adaptable and approachable style. I have a genuine love for my job and the students I work with in our autism class. I am familiar with the struggles families face; my youngest has Down Syndrome and is awaiting an assessment for autism. I am keen to continue learning and also to forge links within the community.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Secondary School teacher
Department of Education
Heywood C.S., Ballinakill, Ireland
09.2000 - Current
- Adapted teaching methods according to different learning styles, enhancing comprehension of complex subjects.
- Nurtured an inclusive classroom environment by promoting respect and mutual understanding amongst students.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by implementing a range of engaging teaching strategies.
- Implemented assessment tools effectively, gauging pupil progress accurately over time.
- Teaching life skills in Home-Economics.
- Teaching the importance of discerning accurate information in Science
- As a teacher in an autism class, I am also involved in the writing up of student support files, individual education plans and care plans to meet individual student needs.
Education
Post graduate diploma - Special Educational Needs
Maynooth University
Maynooth, Co Kildare 09.2020 - 05.2021
B.ED - Home- Economics & Science
St. Angela's College
Sligo 09.1996 - 06.2000
Skills
Communication skills; ability to communicate effectively I have experience using lamh
Empathy and patience; understanding the unique challenges faced by individuals with autism and approaching situations with patience and compassion
Behavioural management skills, focusing on positive reinforcement
Individualised support; recognising that each individual on the autism spectrum has different strengths and challenges
Problem solving skills; ability to think creatively to find solutions to daily challenges that may arise in various settings
Flexibility: Being open to adjusting strategies and approaches based on the ongoing needs and responses of the individual
Affiliations
- Swimming: I swim with Marlins Masters club in Portlaoise
- Photography: specialising in documentary style photos
- Animals; a love of all animals. We keep hens and I have two guinea pigs!
Timeline
Post graduate diploma - Special Educational Needs
Maynooth University
09.2020 - 05.2021
Secondary School teacher
Department of Education
09.2000 - Current
B.ED - Home- Economics & Science
St. Angela's College
09.1996 - 06.2000
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