Shauna Gallagher
Coogee,NSW
Summary
I’m a qualified teacher with a Master’s in Education, and a strong background in both hospitality and retail. Over the years, I’ve worked as a waitress and sales assistant, gaining valuable experience in fast-paced, customer-facing roles that require adaptability, clear communication, and teamwork. My teaching career has strengthened my organizational skills, critical thinking, and ability to connect with people from all walks of life. Now in Australia on a Working Holiday Visa, I’m eager to take on a role where I can bring energy, reliability, and a proactive attitude. I’m a quick learner, a team player, and someone who takes pride in doing every job to a high standard.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
St Muredach's College
Ballina, Mayo
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan interdisciplinary projects and activities.
- Organized educational resources and materials for effective lesson delivery.
- Communicated regularly with parents about student progress and classroom activities.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
- Set up an after-school music club.
- Organized and facilitated a school Christmas concert, which was the first in the school's history.
Teacher
Holy Faith Secondary School Clontarf
Clontarf, Dublin
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Created meaningful projects that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real world situations.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Conquered challenges of working with highly diverse student population to attain exceptional student achievement.
Waitress
Dillon's Bar & Restaurant
Ballina, Mayo
07.2019 - 09.2023
- Provided excellent customer service in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
- Handled cash and processed payments accurately at the register.
- Resolved customer complaints with professionalism and attentiveness.
- Took accurate food and drink orders from guests efficiently.
- Developed positive relationships with regular customers through friendly conversation.
- Trained new employees to perform duties.
Sales Assistant
Cortoon Furniture
Ballina, Mayo
05.2017 - 05.2019
- Assisted customers with furniture selection and product information.
- Informed customers about current promotions and discounts.
- Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information.
- Assisted in creating displays to promote products.
- Managed social media accounts and created engaging content for social media platforms, such as Instagram.
Education
Professional Masters of Education - Post-Primary Education
Dublin City University
Dublin10-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Double Major Music & English
Maynooth University
Kildare09-2022
Skills
- Adaptable and flexible
- Effective communication
- Strong multitasking
- Creative thinking
- Problem-solving
- Organizational skills
Accomplishments
- Senior Certificate in Musical Theatre and Popular Singing from the Royal Irish Academy of Music
- Senior Certificate in Speech and Drama from the Leinster School of Music and Drama
Timeline
Teacher
St Muredach's College
09.2024 - 05.2025
Teacher
Holy Faith Secondary School Clontarf
09.2023 - 05.2024
Waitress
Dillon's Bar & Restaurant
07.2019 - 09.2023
Sales Assistant
Cortoon Furniture
05.2017 - 05.2019
Professional Masters of Education - Post-Primary Education
Dublin City University
Bachelor of Arts - Double Major Music & English
Maynooth University
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