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Michelle Roche

Rathcoole,Co. Dublin

Summary

Dedicated Art Teacher with passion for impacting others through art and art instruction. Encourages personal development in students through individualised assessments, mentoring and project work. Connects with novice and advanced students to expand skillsets.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Art teacher

Our Lady of Mercy Secondary School
Mourne Road, Drimnagh, Dublin
08.2006 - Current
  • Implemented dynamic curriculum plans to inspire artistic expression.
  • Encouraged student creativity through practical art, design and technology projects.
  • Oversaw budgeting, purchasing and maintenance of art inventory supplies.
  • Provided holistic student support to enhance learning objectives.
  • Delivered creative and engaging lessons focused on artistic techniques and applications.

AP II ICT Co - Ordinator

Our Lady of Mercy Secondary School
Drimnagh , Dublin 12
01.2020 - Current
  • Updated and improved web pages for relevancy and accuracy.
  • Organised workspaces for employees with computer, monitors and associated cabling or equipment.
  • Carried out new hardware installations and updates, keeping systems functional and secure.
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Created and maintained staff and student emails.

Primary School Art Teacher

Artzone
Rathfarnham, Dublin
08.2006 - 08.2007
  • Supported creative exploration and experimentation with new mediums and techniques.
  • Tailored assigned tasks to suit students' passions, interests and abilities.
  • Used positive reinforcement with art assignments to help underperforming students increase confidence and self-esteem.
  • Collaborated with teachers to assess needs, set objectives and discuss strategies.
  • Helped students prepare portfolios of work for college and university applications.

Education

Hons BA Degree in Art and Design Education - Art Education and Textiles

NCAD
Thomas Street, Dublin 8.
09.2002 - 06.2006

Art and Design Portfolio Preparation Level 5 - Fine Art

Inichicore College
Inichicore, Dublin 8
09.2001 - 06.2002

FETAC Level 5 - Advertising, Graphic Design and HTML

Crumlin College
Crumlin
09.2000 - 06.2001

Skills

  • Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Excel, WordPress and HTML
  • Time management
  • Classroom management
  • Effective time management
  • Student engagement
  • Strong collaborator
  • Pastoral care
  • Interpersonal skills
  • First aid and CPR

Timeline

AP II ICT Co - Ordinator

Our Lady of Mercy Secondary School
01.2020 - Current

Art teacher

Our Lady of Mercy Secondary School
08.2006 - Current

Primary School Art Teacher

Artzone
08.2006 - 08.2007

Hons BA Degree in Art and Design Education - Art Education and Textiles

NCAD
09.2002 - 06.2006

Art and Design Portfolio Preparation Level 5 - Fine Art

Inichicore College
09.2001 - 06.2002

FETAC Level 5 - Advertising, Graphic Design and HTML

Crumlin College
09.2000 - 06.2001
Michelle Roche