Sarah Jane Duffy
Clondalkin,Dublin
Summary
Experienced SNA at St Bernadette's Junior School specializing in Autism support. Recently completed Level 7 Special Purpose award in Special Education. Dedicated to fostering growth and learning for students with additional needs.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
22
22
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Special needs assistant
St Bernadette's Junior School
Clondalkin, Dublin
08.2024 - Current
- Working as part of a team under the direction of the teacher in an Autism Class
- Looking after the children's care needs
- Promoting inclusivity
- Prepared visual aids, equipment and classroom displays for daily lessons.
- Identified signs of distress in students, resolving behavioural and emotional issues.
ABA Pre School Tutor
Jonix Educational Services
Clondalkin, Dublin
05.2023 - 08.2024
- Using methods of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA)
- Implementing the children's Individual Education Plans (IEP)
- Implementing Behaviour Support Plans (BSP)
- Accurate Data collection
- Interact and play with the children encouraging play and socialisation skills
- Support the daily routine and running of the class
- Working under the class Teacher
Cafe Assistant
Quarryvale Community Centre
Clondalkin, Dublin
01.2018 - 02.2020
- Food preparing, cooking and serving
- Barista
- Cleaning
- Cashier
- Stocktaking
- Ordering Stock
- Locking up the building on the two nights there is no manager on duty
- Working with the public
- Haccp trained
- My role can change to been on reception or cleaning depending on staff shortages.
Stockroom Assistant
Next
Westend Retail Park Blanchardstown Dublin
10.2010 - 01.2011
This was a seasonal position.
- Always making sure the shop was fully stocked
- taking in orders
- packing away orders
Education
Secondary Education Exam -
St Kevin's Community College
Dublin, Ireland /1997 - /2002
St Bernadettes Primary School
Dublin, Ireland /1989 - /1997
Level 7 Special Purpose Award in Special Education - Special Needs Assistant
Progressive College Dublin
Dublin, Ireland 10.2024 - 05.2025
QQI Level 6 - Special Needs Assistant level 6
Progressive College Dublin
Dublin, Ireland 04.2024 - 06.2024
Special needs assisting level 5
NCU Training Centre
Dublin Ireland 04.2001 - 10.2022
Passed the course - Beginner Gel Nail Course
Dublin College of Hairdressing
2016
Level 1 and 2 ITEC Diploma - Introduction to the Hair and Beauty Sector
Dublin College of Hairdressing
2015
E.C.D.L Course - Computers
Youthreach
Monastery Road Clondalkin Dublin 222008
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Punctuality
- Adaptability to new tasks
- Continuous learning
- Public interaction skills
- Team collaboration
- Quick learner
- Ability to work under pressure
Certification
- Grade 1 Merit in Level 7 Special Purpose Award in Special Education
- Distinction in Level 6 SNA
- Distinction in Level 5 SNA
- Introduction to Children's First
- Epilepsy Awareness for Schools (Webinar 10/9/25)
- Communication Differences and how to Support Them (Webinar 8/9/25)
- Selfcare for parents/guardians course part of the workplace wellbeing programme
- Mental health awareness for primary school teachers
- I have an ITEC Diploma in an introduction to Hair and Beauty
references
Niamh Farrell (Quarryvale Community & Leisure Centre)
Phone: 01 6233417
Anita Coote (Make-up & Gel Nail Instructor @ Dublin College of Hairdressing)
Phone: 085 815 0500
Louise O Brien (Hairdressing teacher @ Dublin College of Hairdressing)
Phone: 085 724 9647
Interests
- Keeping fit
- Jogging
- Spending time with my Family
Accomplishments
I have helped out with a local Dance Academy called Klub Kaos for 12 years, taking part in fundraising, dance practices and competitions right up until the Dance Academy closed up in 2014. I also helped out with a local soccer club Liffey Valley Rangers and took part in a strictly come dancing fundraiser for the club.
Additional Information
- Date of Birth: 10/12/1984
- Telephone number: 0852490822
Timeline
Level 7 Special Purpose Award in Special Education - Special Needs Assistant
Progressive College Dublin
10.2024 - 05.2025
Special needs assistant
St Bernadette's Junior School
08.2024 - Current
QQI Level 6 - Special Needs Assistant level 6
Progressive College Dublin
04.2024 - 06.2024
ABA Pre School Tutor
Jonix Educational Services
05.2023 - 08.2024
Cafe Assistant
Quarryvale Community Centre
01.2018 - 02.2020
Stockroom Assistant
Next
10.2010 - 01.2011
Special needs assisting level 5
NCU Training Centre
04.2001 - 10.2022
Passed the course - Beginner Gel Nail Course
Dublin College of Hairdressing
Level 1 and 2 ITEC Diploma - Introduction to the Hair and Beauty Sector
Dublin College of Hairdressing
E.C.D.L Course - Computers
Youthreach
Secondary Education Exam -
St Kevin's Community College
/1997 - /2002
St Bernadettes Primary School
/1989 - /1997
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