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Custom
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Majella Lordan

Buttevant,Ireland

Summary

Dedicated professional with expertise in autism and mental health support, adept at creating individualized learning plans and managing classroom behaviour. Skilled in literacy and life-skills development, with a strong focus on safeguarding and inclusive practice. Proficient in digital learning tools, ensuring effective communication and documentation. Committed to collaborative and family engagement, aiming

Caring Paraprofessional offering over 20 years in classroom management and student support in multi-disciplinary, team-based approach.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Support Coach

Brain in Hand UK
08.2024 - Current
  • Supported individuals in managing anxiety, routines, and transitions.
  • Conducted one-to-one support sessions, developed progress reports, and tracked learning outcomes.
  • Delivered training and digital support tools for clients with additional needs.

Senior Supervisor/Assessor

Cope Foundation
Cork
08.2015 - 08.2024
  • Managed staff and services supporting adults with disabilities to access education and employment.
  • Created and implemented inclusive learning programs and developed literacy/job-readiness supports.
  • Liaised with education providers and support agencies to promote access and progression.
  • Developed assessment tools to evaluate readiness for further education.

PLC Teacher (Part-Time)

Cork College of Commerce
Cork
01.2020 - 05.2024
  • Delivered QQI Level 5 modules to adult learners, including inclusive education and personal development.
  • Supported students with varying needs through both in-person and online formats.

Student Support Worker

Cork College of Commerce
Cork
09.2014 - 06.2015
  • Provided classroom and personal care support for students with disabilities.
  • Offered emotional and social support, scribed for exams, and facilitated academic inclusion.
  • Worked with learners with autism and mental health needs.

Special Needs Assistant

Buttevant National School
Buttevant
01.2010 - 06.2013
  • Supported children with educational and personal needs.
  • Assisted in classroom management, report writing, and liaising with parents and staff.

Education

B.A. Hons - Adult Education

WIT
Waterford
09.2014 - 05.2018

Diploma - Mental Health

UCC

Diploma - Community Guidance and Support Studies

UCC

Counselling & Psychotherapy -

Cork College of Commerce

Diploma - Training & Continuing Education

Maynooth University

NVQ Level 5 - Special Needs Assistant

The Open College
Dublin
05.2013 - 11.2013

Skills

  • Autism and mental health support
  • Individualized learning plans
  • Classroom support and behaviour management
  • Calm under pressure
  • Communication skills
  • Literacy and life-skills development
  • Safeguarding and inclusive practice
  • Collaborative and family engagement
  • Strong communication and documentation
  • Proficient in digital learning tools

Languages

English

Custom

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Affiliations

  • Creative Writing/ Published Three Novels.
  • Art and Crafts/ Jewellery Making

Timeline

Support Coach

Brain in Hand UK
08.2024 - Current

PLC Teacher (Part-Time)

Cork College of Commerce
01.2020 - 05.2024

Senior Supervisor/Assessor

Cope Foundation
08.2015 - 08.2024

B.A. Hons - Adult Education

WIT
09.2014 - 05.2018

Student Support Worker

Cork College of Commerce
09.2014 - 06.2015

NVQ Level 5 - Special Needs Assistant

The Open College
05.2013 - 11.2013

Special Needs Assistant

Buttevant National School
01.2010 - 06.2013

Diploma - Mental Health

UCC

Diploma - Community Guidance and Support Studies

UCC

Counselling & Psychotherapy -

Cork College of Commerce

Diploma - Training & Continuing Education

Maynooth University
Majella Lordan