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County Dublin, Ireland

This role encompassed elements of a Digital Learning Consultant and Academic Consultant. • Developing & delivering course content Object Orientated Programming, Web Authoring, Networks, Cybersecurity, Games Design & Development, Database Methods, Spreadsheet Methods, Word Processing, Personal & Professional Development; emphasising practical skills alongside theoretical knowledge.• Delivering course content through the use of active and collaborative learning methodologies to help with students’ creative, collaborative and communicative skills. Creating 21st Century teaching and learning projects and assignments, driven by technologies such as Moodle, Google Drive, GameMaker and Kahoot. Incorporating Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles into course content. Significantly enhancing students technical and problem-solving skills.• Guide Rathmines College journalist students digital content creation skills through HTML, CSS, Javascript, photo editing and WordPress website creation to prepare them for the media industry. • Foster relationships with industry professionals to ensure course content remains current and relevant, aiding student readiness for the workforce.• Maintain a high success rate of students progressing to further education or securing employment in the IT sector.• Worked with primary school children on an after-school programme called The High Achievers Club.• Delivered a Dublin City University Smart Skills programme to Transition Year students. Gave students skills in programming mobile apps through teamwork and project management.

Dublin, Ireland

This role encompassed elements of a Digital Learning Consultant and Academic Consultant.• Spearheaded the roll-out of ERP systems training leveraging both in-person and digital platforms to accommodate diverse learner needs and boost engagement.• Led the deployment of Ornua’s eFront LMS on AWS, showcasing cloud-based solution proficiency to enhance online learning experiences. • Developed technical training content for the LMS using interactive video based training developed in Adobe Camtasia. Wrote technical manuals using Clarify-IT & Folge document creation tools.Achievement: Successfully evaluated course effectiveness using using data-driven Leslie Rae type surveys to evaluate training effectiveness and shape future digital education strategies.

County Kildare, Ireland

As an Academic Tutor, I also took on Content Development responsibilities, creating engaging and informative web authoring course materials for a full-time 17 week Web Authoring course encompassing Computer Illustrated Graphics, Web Design & Development and Work Experience modules to students ranging in ages from 22 to over 60.• Managed administrative operations, including exam correction, learner feedback, and weekly reporting.• Provided students with a strong foundation in HTML and CSS coding along with graphic design principles, giving them the knowledge to design modern effective websites.• Explored work organisations and personal career opportunities with each student in vocational areas of their choice. Helped them compile a personal and vocational skills audit and plan.• Helped learners prepare CVs, personal statements, application letters and create skills checklists. Explored options in further education and training with students.• Improved student collaboration and resource sharing through the utilisation of Moodle e-Learning platform.Achievement: 15 students completed the programme. 6 went into full time work and 9 went onto further study.Then delivered a City and Guilds Social Media Marketing for Business course and a City and Guilds ICT Systems and Data Security

Cavan

Designed and taught beginners/advanced computer courses, including Internet/Email Skills FETAC Level 3, Computer Literacy FETAC Level 3, and Word Processing FETAC Level 5 (18-60+ ages). • Created "Internet Safety for Parents" course with Cavan Family Learning, providing parents with practical tips to keep children safe online.• Tutored foreign nationals on beginners / intermediate English (ESOL). • Taught Back to Education Initiatives (BTEI) - FETAC Level 4 Data Entry and Career Planning.• Served as substitute secondary school teacher specialising in French.

Mervue Business Park

E-College Tutor Contracted to provided online tutoring for CIW Foundations Associate courses to a wide range of audiences (18-60+ ages).• Designed & enchanced online course materials within the Moodle platform.• Motivated learners via private messaging, forums through which course related questions were answered.• Conducted live online exam master classes to ensure high student success rates.• Enhanced the online learning experience for learners by implementing major navigation & course structure improvements on Moodle.Classroom TutorDelivered QQI Level 5 Web Design course encompassing Computer Illustrated Graphics, Web Design and Work Experience modules to students ranging in ages from 22 to over 60.• Managed administrative operations, including exam correction, learner feedback, and weekly reporting.• Provided students with a strong foundation in HTML, CSS & JavaScript coding along with graphic design principles, giving them a solid foundation to design modern effective websites.Played a key role in the acceptance of students into further education diploma and degree courses in multimedia & game design. Their successful applications were as a result of the superior portfolios they produced during the course.“'Tomas is clear, consistent and explains everything in an easy manner. He is approachable and provides one on one time with each student. Overall an excellent tutor.” – Student feedback

County Cavan, Ireland

• Developed and conducted specialized training courses for clients, focusing on best practices in digital marketing and online business strategies, ensuring they are equipped with the latest industry knowledge.• Designed and delivered a comprehensive curriculum covering crucial topics such as SEO (Search Engine Optimization), Effective Online Presence, Web Content Creation, and Integrated Digital Marketing Strategies.• Worked closely with local Enterprise Boards and government bodies, tailoring courses to meet the specific needs of public sector organizations and their stakeholders.• Provided in-depth training in Email Newsletter Marketing and Social Media Marketing, enabling clients to effectively engage with their audience and leverage these platforms for business growth.

Cavan, County Cavan, Ireland

• Served as a key IT Consultant for Cavan Enterprise Board, TradeLinks, and Northern Ireland Business and Innovation Centre (NORIBIC), specializing in digital strategy and online optimization.• Led initiatives to significantly boost the online presence and Google search rankings for a portfolio of local small to medium-sized businesses, driving measurable increases in their digital visibility and market reach.• Collaborated closely with business owners to understand their unique needs, crafting customized strategies that leveraged the latest in SEO and digital marketing techniques.• Played a pivotal role in transforming the digital footprint of these businesses, resulting in enhanced online engagement and improved business performance.

Cavan

Project Management:• Managed and delivered a broad spectrum of technical projects, showcasing strong project management and decision-making skills, including web, app, eCommerce creation and digital enhancements.• Acted as an Implementation Consultant to clients, advising on the most appropriate digital solutions for their needs, such as eCommerce, social media and marketing integrations. • Oversaw the development and delivery of a broad spectrum of technical projects, including website creation (standard sites, blogs, eCommerce platforms), social media integration, and digital enhancements.• Successfully managed the end-to-end lifecycle of multiple client projects, ensuring timely completion and high-quality standards.• Coordinated a team of web developers, streamlining communication and workflow to meet project objectives.Digital Marketing Consulting:• Drove business growth for a diverse client base through the design and implementation of comprehensive online and offline marketing campaigns.• Managed and optimized tailored Pay-Per-Click (PPC) and Social Media Martketing campaigns enhancing client visibility, amplifying online engagement and increasing sales.• Implemented targeted Search Engine Optimization (SEO) strategies, significantly improving client websites' rankings and online presence.

Cavan, County Cavan, Ireland

• Digital Marketing and Sales Enhancement: Successfully increased tour sales by implementing targeted digital marketing initiatives. This included managing Pay-Per-Click (PPC) campaigns, optimizing their website for Search Engine Optimization (SEO), engaging audiences through social media marketing, and disseminating effective newsletters.• Project Management: Co-ordinated the setup of a Coach Passenger Management System, centralizing client and tour information. This system significantly enhanced internal communications among administrative staff and coach drivers, fostered better engagement with customers, and improved coordination with partner travel companies and hotels.• IT Infrastructure Management: Responsible for maintaining the office network and IT equipment, ensuring optimal operational efficiency and uninterrupted business processes.

County Cavan, Ireland

• Led the design and launch of Wharton's Travel's customer-centric online booking system, enhancing user experience with intuitive tour selection and customizable room options.• Directed feature identification and prioritization for the system, aligning product capabilities with business objectives and customer preferences.• Served as the key intermediary between business stakeholders and the overseas development team, seamlessly integrating business requirements with technical solutions.• Steered a cross-functional team in an Agile framework, delivering the project successfully within a six-month deadline.• Enhanced backend operations by developing streamlined functionalities, simplifying tour management and booking processes for administrative staff.• Guaranteed product excellence through active involvement in testing phases and iterative improvements based on user feedback, culminating in a superior online booking experience.

Dublin

Technical support on financial cluster systems in Dublin, United Kingdom and The Netherlands• As part of a conversion project team, changed the Custody Department’s financial operations from a legacy COBOL based fund accounting system (HiPortfolio) to the new system (Globus). • Tested and validated data for migration. Migrated financial reporting - documented and built new financial reporting functionality.• Co-ordinated user acceptance testing, rollout of new software releases, system enhancements and bug fixes for various pieces of software.• Acted as Switchover Support Manager which involved designing and delivering training to administrative staff teams on the new Globus fund accounting system.

Ba (Mod), Computer Science, Linguistics; French

Activities and Societies: Trinity Internet (NETSOC) society. Graduated with an honours degree in Computer Science, Linguistics & French..

Postgrad, 21St Century Teaching And Learning, 1St

Learned how to develop innovative learning experiences, that are team-based, technology mediated, project-focused and cross curricular..

Universal Design For Learning, Teacher Education And Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas

Activities and Societies: Teaching

Certificate In English Language Teaching To Adults, Adult And Continuing Education And Teaching

English Language Teaching for Adults

Ciw Internet Business Associate, Web/Multimedia Management And Webmaster

Databases as they relate to Web search engines, and ways to conduct basic and advanced Web searches. Configuration and use of e-mail.

Fetac Level 6 Train The Trainer, Education, Distinction

Fetac Level 6, Manual And Computerised Bookkeeping, Distinction

Tefl, Teaching English As A Second Or Foreign Language/Esl Language Instructor

Learned how to become a better teacher of English as a Foreign Language.