Laura McGonigle
Sydney,NSW
Summary
. Motivated Teacher dedicated to children's educational needs and development. Well-versed in presenting comprehensive lesson plans and assessing and recording student progress. Focused and diligent professional with in-depth knowledge of teaching best practices and strong moral values.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Tutor
Discover Learning Australia
Sydney, NSW
04.2024 - Current
- Demonstrated various teaching techniques to engage students in the learning process.
- Developed lesson plans tailored to the needs of each student.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance and progress.
- Worked closely with students to help develop math and essay writing skills.
- Fostered a positive and encouraging learning environment to boost students' confidence and motivation.
- Identified gaps in students' knowledge and developed targeted lessons to address these areas.
Class Teacher
St John's Primary School
Dernaflaw, NI
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Covered 7 weeks as a primary 2 teacher and 8 weeks as a primary 4 teacher
- Responsible for organising, planning, and delivering lessons across subjects on the Northern Irish curriculum
- Experience with differentiating lessons for children of varied levels
- Created and implemented IEPs to support children with additional needs
- Gained experience using platforms such as Seesaw and Study Ladder
Primary 2 Teacher
Newton International Academy
Doha, Qatar
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Responsible for organising, planning, and delivering lessons across all subjects on the English curriculum
- Experience with differentiating lessons for children of varied levels
- Curated both long-term and medium-term plans for a range of subjects
- Used data analysis in order to create Raising Attainment and Class Action Plans
- Worked with children who were EAL or SEND and helped provide additional support
- Created and implemented IEPs in order to support children with additional needs
- Lead multiple after school clubs throughout my employment period
- Gained knowledge of using online platforms such as Bug Club, Literacy Planet and Doodle Learning in order to facilitate learning in the classroom
- Gained experience on how to approach blended and online learning in a way that kept children engaged
- Developed a range of behaviour management strategies that were used effectively in the classroom
- Became a member of the Maths committee
Primary 3 Teacher
English Martyrs Catholic Primary School
Liverpool, UK
03.2021 - 06.2021
- Worked 3 months as part of my teaching placement
Primary 5 Teacher
Wellesbourne Primary School
Liverpool, UK
11.2020 - 01.2021
- Worked 2 months as part of my teaching placement
Cashier
Spar
Limavady, NI
07.2014 - 08.2020
Volunteer Primary 3/4 TA
St.Matthews Primary School
Drumsurn, NI
06.2019
Education
PGCE -
Liverpool Hope University
01.2021
Geography -
University of Ulster
01.2020
GCSE / A-Level -
Loreto College Coleraine
01.2017
Skills
- Literacy development
- Interactive teaching and learning
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Adaptable nature
References
- Mrs Chani Meyer, Head of Primary, +97430938158, hop.niasmash@newtonschools.sch.qa
- Mr John J. McWilliams, St John's Principal, 02877741505, jmcwilliams679@stjohnsps.dernaflaw.ni.sch.uk
- Mr Peter Garrard, Discover Learning, 0420602430, peter@discoverlearningaustralia.com.au
Certification
• Jolly Phonics 23/08/23
• P4C Level 1 31/08/23
• Fire Safety for International Schools 15/02/23
• Child’s Mental Wellbeing for International Schools 25/03/23
• Talk for Writing 29/03/23
• White Rose Maths 15/04/23
• ASCIA Anaphylaxis E-Training 14/02/2024
- Catholic Certificate in Religious Studies 24/04/24
NSW Department of Education courses
• Aboriginal Cultural Education – Let’s take the first step together
05/03/24
• Anaphylaxis for Teaching and Administrative Staff 06/03/24
• Anti-Racism Policy Training 06/03/24
• Code of conduct online 07/03/24
• Child Protection Awareness Training 07/03/24
• Child Protection Update (Current Year) 07/03/24
• Cyber Security NSW Essentials training 07/03/24
• Data Breach Response Plan - Reporting Data Breaches 07/03/24
• e-Emergency care (including emergency response, CPR,
respiratory emergencies, medical emergencies, trauma and
environmental exposure) 07/03/24
• Fraud and Corruption Control 07/03/24
• Work Health and Safety Induction for Employees 07/03/2
Timeline
Tutor
Discover Learning Australia
04.2024 - Current
Class Teacher
St John's Primary School
09.2023 - 12.2023
Primary 2 Teacher
Newton International Academy
08.2021 - 06.2023
Primary 3 Teacher
English Martyrs Catholic Primary School
03.2021 - 06.2021
Primary 5 Teacher
Wellesbourne Primary School
11.2020 - 01.2021
Volunteer Primary 3/4 TA
St.Matthews Primary School
06.2019
Cashier
Spar
07.2014 - 08.2020
PGCE -
Liverpool Hope University
Geography -
University of Ulster
GCSE / A-Level -
Loreto College Coleraine
Similar Profiles
Natalie GalweyNatalie Galwey
Founder and Teacher at Discover Learning AustraliaFounder and Teacher at Discover Learning Australia
DeNeil PrestonDeNeil Preston
Special Ed. Teacher at Ronald E McNair Discover Learning AcademySpecial Ed. Teacher at Ronald E McNair Discover Learning Academy
Alina TorresAlina Torres
Preschool Teacher, Head Staff, Lead CAMP Teacher at Discover Zone Learning CenterPreschool Teacher, Head Staff, Lead CAMP Teacher at Discover Zone Learning Center