Teacher of Learning Support, PE, History, and Religious Education.Head of Additional Educational Needs. In my role as a Secondary School Teacher, I have the responsibility of educating and nurturing the academic and personal growth of students within a vibrant classroom setting. My key contributions and experiences encompass: 1. Curriculum Development: Crafted and delivered a comprehensive curriculum in line with national education standards, ensuring pupils benefit from… Show more Teacher of Learning Support, PE, History, and Religious Education.Head of Additional Educational Needs. In my role as a Secondary School Teacher, I have the responsibility of educating and nurturing the academic and personal growth of students within a vibrant classroom setting. My key contributions and experiences encompass: 1. Curriculum Development: Crafted and delivered a comprehensive curriculum in line with national education standards, ensuring pupils benefit from a rigorous and well-balanced education. 2. Instructional Delivery: Employed varied teaching methodologies, including practical activities, multimedia presentations, and group projects, to address different learning preferences and enhance student engagement. 3. Assessment & Feedback: Conducted regular evaluations to measure pupil understanding, offering prompt feedback and individualised strategies to improve their academic achievements. 4. Classroom Management: Cultivated a respectful and inclusive classroom environment, using effective classroom management techniques to underpin a positive learning ambiance. 5. Continuous Professional Development: Engaged in regular training sessions and workshops, keeping abreast of the latest educational innovations and best practices. 6. Parent-Teacher Collaboration: Maintained open communication with parents, sharing updates on their child’s academic progress and collaborating on strategies to reinforce their learning at home. 7. Extracurricular Involvement: Took part in, and often spearheaded, school-wide events, clubs, or committees, enhancing pupils’ school experience outside of regular lessons.Throughout my tenure, my primary focus has been to empower each pupil to achieve their highest potential, putting emphasis not just on academic growth but also life skills, critical thinking, and emotional intelligence. Show less

- Successfully completed training and achieved the rank of 2 Star Private.- Currently undergoing continuation training to qualify for the 3 Star level, which includes: - Military Skills: - General Purpose Machine Gun operation and maintenance - Platoon level tactics - Public Order Training - Transferable Skills: - Operation and maintenance of mechanical tools - Combat First Aid and Occupational First Aid - Medium-sized teamwork (30 people)… Show more - Successfully completed training and achieved the rank of 2 Star Private.- Currently undergoing continuation training to qualify for the 3 Star level, which includes: - Military Skills: - General Purpose Machine Gun operation and maintenance - Platoon level tactics - Public Order Training - Transferable Skills: - Operation and maintenance of mechanical tools - Combat First Aid and Occupational First Aid - Medium-sized teamwork (30 people) in high tempo operating environments - Resilience and operating under stress- Demonstrated leadership, teamwork, and discipline through various training exercises and scenarios. Show less

As a recruit in the Irish Army Reserve, I am undergoing comprehensive training designed to enhance both physical endurance and mental resilience. Here are some key aspects: 1. Military Skills Development: Foundational skills in weaponry, fieldcraft, and basic combat techniques, ensuring readiness to support the Permanent Defence Forces (PDF) when called upon. 2. Teamwork & Leadership: Collaborating effectively with diverse teams, cultivating strong interpersonal… Show more As a recruit in the Irish Army Reserve, I am undergoing comprehensive training designed to enhance both physical endurance and mental resilience. Here are some key aspects: 1. Military Skills Development: Foundational skills in weaponry, fieldcraft, and basic combat techniques, ensuring readiness to support the Permanent Defence Forces (PDF) when called upon. 2. Teamwork & Leadership: Collaborating effectively with diverse teams, cultivating strong interpersonal communication skills, learning to be part of a team and about leadership roles during various training exercises. 3. Physical Conditioning: Participating in rigorous physical training regimes, honing stamina, strength, and agility, all vital for optimal performance in challenging environments. 4. Discipline & Professionalism: Fostering a deep sense of discipline, punctuality, and commitment, ensuring tasks are executed with precision and efficiency. 5. Continuous Learning: Engaging in continuous learning and upskilling sessions, gaining knowledge on the latest military technologies and strategic methods. 6. Health & Safety Adherence: Ensuring strict adherence to safety protocols during training and operations, prioritising the well-being of self and fellow soldiers.During my tenure as a recruit, I not only am developing essential military skills but also harnessing critical life skills such as problem-solving, adaptability, and discipline. Proud to serve and contribute to the nation’s defense mechanisms while fostering personal and professional growth. Show less

Appointed as the Finance, Audit, & Risk Director at ISSU, I carry a pivotal role in steering the organisation’s financial operations, annual audits, and risk management endeavors. My responsibilities encompass leading the annual audit process, presenting quarterly and annual audited accounts to the board, ensuring statutory and regulatory compliance, and chairing the Finance, Audit, and Risk sub-committee meetings. My input at board meetings, driven by a blend of insight… Show more Appointed as the Finance, Audit, & Risk Director at ISSU, I carry a pivotal role in steering the organisation’s financial operations, annual audits, and risk management endeavors. My responsibilities encompass leading the annual audit process, presenting quarterly and annual audited accounts to the board, ensuring statutory and regulatory compliance, and chairing the Finance, Audit, and Risk sub-committee meetings. My input at board meetings, driven by a blend of insight, oversight, and experience, contributes significantly to the strategic orientation of the union. Additionally, I manage the Finance, Audit, and Risk sub-committee, reporting its undertakings to the Board of Directors bi-monthly. This role, coupled with remote and occasional in-person meetings in Dublin, involves a dedicated engagement every six weeks, extending my tenure for a term of three years with a possibility of renewal. Show less

The Secretary is the chief administrator in the county, responsible for the day-to-day management of the county board activities. The Secretary has a key role to play in ensuring that effective communication exists between all County Committee Officers and between the County Committee and the Clubs of the County. The Secretary must enhance the Association’s activities by working with existing officers of the Coiste Contae and subsidiary Boards, help form a collective vision for the county to… Show more The Secretary is the chief administrator in the county, responsible for the day-to-day management of the county board activities. The Secretary has a key role to play in ensuring that effective communication exists between all County Committee Officers and between the County Committee and the Clubs of the County. The Secretary must enhance the Association’s activities by working with existing officers of the Coiste Contae and subsidiary Boards, help form a collective vision for the county to meet the challenges faced by the Association. Show less

Apply the rules in order to create conditions for our Games to be played well. The rules spell out the conditions for our Games to be played well; the proper application of the rules creates these conditions.

The main function of the County P.R.O. is to communicate with the general public on behalf of Meath G.A.A., presenting a positive image of the County and An Cumann Lúthchleas Gael in the localcommunity and beyond. Communications is one of the most important activities in the Association. The success of all units depends to some degree on the national and local image of the Association.

As the Chairperson of the Juvenile Committee for Meath GAA some of my main tasks are fixture making for 59 clubs, result taking, and day to day running of Juvenile Football and Hurling for the county. In this position, I have to present trophies and deal with many people, which has led me to improve my public speaking and communication skills.

As the Secretary of the Juvenile Committee for Meath GAA some of my main tasks are fixture making for 59 clubs, result taking, and day to day running of Juvenile Football and Hurling for the county. In this position, I have to present trophies and deal with many people, which has led me to improve my public speaking and communication skills.

PRINCIPLES OF REFEREEINGFitnessRules Knowledge Respect and Communication ConsistencyFitnessFitness is a fundamental requirement for refereeing. Fitness is essential for:• Keeping up with play.• Making quality and correct decisions.• Maintaining concentration for the full duration of the game.Fitness training, which should combine speed and endurance, should reflect the level at which the Referee is operating.Knowledge of the RulesThe… Show more PRINCIPLES OF REFEREEINGFitnessRules Knowledge Respect and Communication ConsistencyFitnessFitness is a fundamental requirement for refereeing. Fitness is essential for:• Keeping up with play.• Making quality and correct decisions.• Maintaining concentration for the full duration of the game.Fitness training, which should combine speed and endurance, should reflect the level at which the Referee is operating.Knowledge of the RulesThe Referee must have a thorough knowledge and understanding of the Rules of the Game.Respect and CommunicationGood communication and being respectful towards players are fundamental traits for the top referee. Poor communication and lack of respect often leads to players becoming confused and frustrated, and the referee losing control. Referees should endeavour to communicate their decisions in a clear and concise fashion.ConsistencyTaking Knowledge of the Rules as a given then lack of, or perceived lack of consistency in their application is an area that frustrates players, members of team management, officials and supporters. Lack of consistency will lead to problems in maintaining control so it is very important that referees are clear in applying the rules as consistently as possible. Show less

To implement the aims and manage the affairs of Comhairle Ardoideachais as relevant to Leinster. To be responsible for the organisation, administration and control of CA Competitions devolved or approved by An Coiste Feidhmiúcháin.Here I liaise with and run competitions for universities like UCD, DCU, and TCD.I also sit on the National Higher Education GAA Council.

To implement the aims and manage the affairs of Comhairle Ardoideachais as relevant to Leinster. To be responsible for the organisation, administration and control of CA Competitions devolved or approved by An Coiste Feidhmiúcháin.Here I liaise with and run competitions for universities like UCD, DCU, and TCD.

The Secretary is the chief administrator in the Club. The duties are many and varied and call for a high degree of dedication. The Secretary has more to do with the practical running of the Club than any other officer.Previously held this role from 2016 to 2018.

The main function of the Higher Education P.R.O. is to communicate with the general public on behalf of Third Level G.A.A., presenting a positive image of the sector and An Cumann Lúthchleas Gael. Here I liaise with the Higher Education institutions and sponsors such as Electric Ireland.

The main function of the Club P.R.O. is to communicate with the general public on behalf of Dunsany G.A.A., presenting a positive image of the Club and An Cumann Lúthchleas Gael in the local community and beyond. Communications is one of the most important activities in the Association. The success of all units depends to some degree on the national and local image of the Association.

As an Associate, I am engaged to work in a part-time capacity with a the Junior Cycle for Teachers support service for Religious Education. Associates, in collaboration with team leaders and advisors, will design and deliver CPD and resources, and facilitate schools’ development of learning, teaching and assessment in a range of areas, including:• Understanding and interpreting all aspects of A Framework for Junior Cycle (2015)• Implementing strategies and practices that… Show more As an Associate, I am engaged to work in a part-time capacity with a the Junior Cycle for Teachers support service for Religious Education. Associates, in collaboration with team leaders and advisors, will design and deliver CPD and resources, and facilitate schools’ development of learning, teaching and assessment in a range of areas, including:• Understanding and interpreting all aspects of A Framework for Junior Cycle (2015)• Implementing strategies and practices that support Assessment for Learning• Subject department and whole-school planning for Junior Cycle• Building effective progression processes from primary to post-primary schools and fromjunior cycle to senior cycle• Assessment and quality assurance• Reporting to parents• L2LPs• Instructional leadership• Short CoursesThe range of knowledge, experience and skills required:• in-depth knowledge and experience of teaching at post-primary level• experience and expertise in the use of active learning methodologies which foster studentengagement with the curriculum and the development of literacy skills, including digital literacy and numeracy skills• knowledge and understanding of the Framework, associated specifications for subjects, short courses, the Assessment and Moderation Toolkit and the Toolkit for Level 2 Learning Programmes• knowledge and experience of effective and innovative classroom assessment practices• experience of providing curriculum and instructional leadership• the use of ICT in learning and teaching and supporting change• knowledge and experience of school development planning and change management• ability to support whole-school improvement• excellent interpersonal, communication and facilitation skills• excellent organisational, management and ICT skills• an enterprising approach to tasks• knowledge and awareness of current developments in curriculum and assessment inprimary schools. Show less

I will be a leader of the John West Féile Peile na nÓg 2018 tournament which is being hosted by Down, Louth & Meath on the weekend of Friday 29th June – Sunday 1st July 2018.Féile Peile na nÓg is a national festival of Gaelic football for boys and girls under 14 years of age. It was first held in Cavan in 1982, with a total of 40 boy’s teams participating. Girls did not participate until 1994. In 2018 a total of 288 teams will take part in Féile Peile na nÓg – 176 boys’ teams and 112… Show more I will be a leader of the John West Féile Peile na nÓg 2018 tournament which is being hosted by Down, Louth & Meath on the weekend of Friday 29th June – Sunday 1st July 2018.Féile Peile na nÓg is a national festival of Gaelic football for boys and girls under 14 years of age. It was first held in Cavan in 1982, with a total of 40 boy’s teams participating. Girls did not participate until 1994. In 2018 a total of 288 teams will take part in Féile Peile na nÓg – 176 boys’ teams and 112 girl’s teams. Féile Peile na nÓg involves the whole club, the whole community, our local schools, our referees, host families as well as social, cultural and civic authorities.Féile is special and is one of the best weekends in the GAA calendar. This festival is about young people celebrating their love of Gaelic Games, bonding communities, allowing friendships to be made, providing educational opportunities and above all having fun.Below are some of the actual facts associated with Féile Peile na nÓg, from these you can see how big the event actually is.288 Teams will take part in 2018 (176 Boys’ teams and 112 girls’ teams)6,912 players under 14 years participating1152 coaches and mentors guiding teams36 finals played across the three counties on the Sunday the 1st July144 referees required per day576 officials as umpires and lines-men80, 000 visitors to the area25,000 will attend finals216 busses will be used for the weekendAll accommodation in Down, Louth and Meath will be booked to capacity€10,000,000 – value to the economy, which includes travel, accommodation, playing gear and food. Show less

A member of Meath Hurling Steering committee. The aim of the committee is to brainstorm on ways to develop Hurling in Meath.

We are trying to create competitions for some of our clubs which have been influenced by a population increase.

The purpose of the Programme is to work with young people (aged 12 - 18) and to facilitate a process whereby they can express their opinions and have their voices heard in relation to key issues within the GAA at Club, County and National level. The end-goal of this is to empower young people themselves to collaborate and to develop fit-for-purpose, sustainable models that will provide them with a 'voice' within the Association. The role of the National Youth Committee is to support… Show more The purpose of the Programme is to work with young people (aged 12 - 18) and to facilitate a process whereby they can express their opinions and have their voices heard in relation to key issues within the GAA at Club, County and National level. The end-goal of this is to empower young people themselves to collaborate and to develop fit-for-purpose, sustainable models that will provide them with a 'voice' within the Association. The role of the National Youth Committee is to support this process. While the Committee believes that the Programme and its outcomes should ultimately be 'by young people, for young people' - it also recognises that the young people involved will need to draw on support, guidance and advice from their County Boards. In light of this the Committee has asked each County Board to nominate a 'Youth Consultation Contact'. I have been nominated by Meath County Board to act as 'Youth Consultation Contact' with the National Youth Committee. Show less

On the Referees' Committee for Co. Meath.

The Secretary is the chief administrator in the Club. The duties are many and varied and call for a high degree of dedication. The Secretary has more to do with the practical running of the Club than any other officer.

One member of the SU executive. To organise funds and liaise with the college authority. I sat on the executive of the Students’ Union and the SSCF that was tasked with distributing student funds for the entire college.

President of St. Vincent de Paul in Mater Dei and one of the founding members. I aided the setting up of regular soup runs and helped the members with volunteer education and First Aid.