Emma Connor
St Kilda
Summary
Positive, flexible, empathetic and organised teacher with a track record of fostering student engagement and building strong relationships at St. Josephs National School. Excelled in classroom management and lesson planning, enhancing academic growth. Recognized for motivating students and effective parent-teacher communication, embodying a positive role model. Skilled in critical thinking and behaviour management, consistently achieving trusted performance. A team player who enjoys working with others.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
St. Josephs National School
09.2022 - 12.2024
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behaviour effectively by establishing clear expectations, modelling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behaviour to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Substitute Teacher
Monkstown Educate Together
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
Child Minder
Family
05.2021 - 12.2021
- Developed strong relationships with families, providing regular updates on child progress and establishing trust.
- Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
- Supported emotional well-being by addressing individual needs and providing a nurturing environment for growth.
- Maintained clean facilities by following sanitation protocols, ensuring a healthy environment for all children.
- Facilitated learning through play, stories and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
- Administered first aid when needed, adhering to established protocols to ensure child safety and wellbeing.
Waitress
Coal Restaurant
09.2019 - 04.2021
- Supported teamwork atmosphere among staff members through clear communication and collaboration during shifts.
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
- Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
- Built rapport with regular customers through friendly interactions and attentiveness to their preferences.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Technological University Dublin
Dublin, Ireland09-2022
Skills
- Relationship building
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Critical thinking
- Behaviour management
- Lesson planning
- Motivating students
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive role model and mentor
Certification
Paediatric First Aid Training
Túsla -Children First E- Learning programme 2020
Timeline
Teacher
St. Josephs National School
09.2022 - 12.2024
Substitute Teacher
Monkstown Educate Together
09.2021 - 06.2022
Child Minder
Family
05.2021 - 12.2021
Waitress
Coal Restaurant
09.2019 - 04.2021
Paediatric First Aid Training
Túsla -Children First E- Learning programme 2020
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Technological University Dublin
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