Patrick O’Halloran
Dublin
Summary
English Teacher specializing in curriculum design and language assessment at Delfin English School Dublin. Demonstrated success in boosting student engagement and communication skills, leading learners to achieve certification goals. Experienced in diverse, high-pressure environments, highlighting adaptability and resilience.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
English Teacher
Delfin English School Dublin
Dublin
01.2023 - Current
- Developed and delivered engaging lessons for adults from diverse backgrounds.
- Conducted supplementary conversation classes after school to enhance students' language proficiency.
- Guided students in preparation for English certification courses, including TIE and IELTS.
English Teacher
Muanbuk Middle School
Muan
09.2019 - 03.2022
- Developed and delivered engaging lessons in speaking and conversational English to 300 middle school students.
- Conducted after-school English lessons for teachers at Muanbuk Middle School.
- Adapted to a unique teaching environment as the sole native English speaker, fostering effective communication.
Corps member
FEMA Corps
Baltimore
07.2017 - 12.2018
- Developed effective response strategies through disaster relief training.
- Provided hands-on support, as well as administrative coordination, during disaster recovery efforts.
- Assisted communities impacted by Hurricanes Irma, Maria, and Harvey over nine months in Texas and Puerto Rico.
Court Admin Intern
2nd Judicial Circuit of Florida
Tallahassee
08.2016 - 05.2017
- Logged criminal and civil case files into Court House Database for accurate record-keeping.
- Collaborated with Staff Attorneys to draft motions, enhancing efficiency in legal processes.
- Observed court proceedings including jury selection and plea hearings, gaining insight into case management.
Collections Access
Strozier Library at Florida State University
Tallahassee
06.2016 - 05.2017
- Gained extensive knowledge of library operations and information processing requirements.
- Collaborated on various projects to enhance library functionality and aesthetics.
Education
Master of Arts - International War Studies
University of Potsdam / University College Dublin
Potsdam, Germany / Dublin, Ireland07-2023
TEFL CERTIFICATE - Teaching English as a Foreign Language
Florida State University
Tallahassee, Florida06-2018
Bachelor of Arts - International Affairs, Political Science
Florida State University
Tallahassee, Florida12-2016
Skills
- Public speaking
- Communication skills
- Cross-cultural communication
- Adaptability to change
- Emergency management
- Administration and management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
English Teacher
Delfin English School Dublin
01.2023 - Current
English Teacher
Muanbuk Middle School
09.2019 - 03.2022
Corps member
FEMA Corps
07.2017 - 12.2018
Court Admin Intern
2nd Judicial Circuit of Florida
08.2016 - 05.2017
Collections Access
Strozier Library at Florida State University
06.2016 - 05.2017
Master of Arts - International War Studies
University of Potsdam / University College Dublin
TEFL CERTIFICATE - Teaching English as a Foreign Language
Florida State University
Bachelor of Arts - International Affairs, Political Science
Florida State University