Robyn O'Neill
Dublin ,Ireland
Summary
A committed and adaptable professional with a Professional Master of Education from Trinity College Dublin and a BA in Psychology from University College Dublin. With over three years of experience as a primary school teacher, including a year in Sydney, I’ve developed strong interpersonal, organisational, and communication skills. My previous work in recruitment within the engineering and construction sectors has further honed my problem-solving and teamwork abilities.
I am now seeking a new career opportunity outside of teaching, where I can apply my psychology background and diverse skill set in areas such as human resources, organisational development, or project management. I am highly motivated, results-driven, and eager to contribute to a dynamic team.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Primary School Teacher
St. Brigid's National School
Castleknock, Dublin
08.2023 - Current
- Rejoined the school in 2023 as a Junior Infant Teacher and successfully secured a permanent teaching contract.
- Plan, deliver, and assess engaging lessons that meet curriculum standards and cater to diverse learning needs.
- Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes social, emotional, and academic development.
- Differentiate instruction to support individual learning styles and ensure all students achieve their full potential.
- Monitor and assess student progress, providing regular feedback to students and parents.
- Collaborate with colleagues to design and implement school-wide initiatives and curriculum development.
- Integrate technology and creative resources into lessons to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
Primary School Teacher
Auburn North Public School
Sydney, Australia
11.2023 - 07.2024
- Gained international experience working full-time in a multi-award-winning school, teaching Year 1 and Year 4 students, demonstrating strong adaptability and effective classroom management across two distinct age groups.
- Developed and delivered lessons that fostered academic, social, emotional, and technological growth
- Contributed to a collaborative, cross-cultural team, implementing teaching programs aligned with school values of kindness, respect, fairness, and responsibility.
- Actively engaged in an inclusive school environment, supporting both academic and extracurricular activities that promoted student development.
Travel Experience
Australia
09.2022 - 08.2023
Tutor, July Provision
Department of Education
Dublin
07.2022 - 08.2022
- Designed and delivered a personalised home-tuition programme to support the education and needs of a student with ASD
- Responsible for further developing the student's core subject knowledge, alongside their social, emotional and communication skills
Primary School Teacher
St Brigid's National School
Dublin
09.2021 - 08.2022
- Held a fixed-term contract as a Language Support Teacher, providing targeted support for students with English as an additional language (EAL).
- Developed and implemented personalised learning plans to support students.
- Worked closely with classroom teachers to create an inclusive environment that accommodated the diverse language needs of students.
- Assessed student progress and provided regular updates to parents and school leadership, ensuring effective communication of each child's development.
Recruitment Assistant / Administrator
Shannon Valley Ltd
Donabate
02.2018 - 08.2019
- Coordinated interviews and facilitated communication between candidates and hiring teams.
- Assisted with the recruitment and visa application process for international employees, ensuring compliance with immigration regulations.
- Supported HR in presenting shortlisted candidates to senior management for final decisions.
- Prepared new employee contracts and starter packs, ensuring smooth onboarding for new hires.
- Coordinated the ordering and timely delivery of stone materials to construction sites, resolving logistical issues and working closely with suppliers and site managers.
- Collaborated with the engineering team to align staffing and material needs with project requirements.
Education
Professional Masters of Education -
Marino Institute of Education in Association With Trinity College
09.2019 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University College Dublin
09.2015 - 05.2018
Skills
- Excellent team collaboration and communication
- Adaptability
- Primary Education
- Program Management
- Project coordination & logistics
- Proficient in SPSS for statistical analysis
- Recruitment and onboarding
- HR support and compliance
Affiliations
- Running, gym training and social basketball
Certification
- Garda Vetting
- Full clean driver's license
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Primary School Teacher
Auburn North Public School
11.2023 - 07.2024
Primary School Teacher
St. Brigid's National School
08.2023 - Current
Travel Experience
Australia
09.2022 - 08.2023
Tutor, July Provision
Department of Education
07.2022 - 08.2022
Primary School Teacher
St Brigid's National School
09.2021 - 08.2022
Professional Masters of Education -
Marino Institute of Education in Association With Trinity College
09.2019 - 06.2021
Recruitment Assistant / Administrator
Shannon Valley Ltd
02.2018 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University College Dublin
09.2015 - 05.2018