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Driving license
Languages
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Afraic Hopkins

Islandeady, Castlebar, Co.Mayo

Summary

I am a dedicated and adaptable second-level teacher with experience teaching Gaeilge and German across a range of year groups and abilities. I am passionate about delivering engaging, well-structured lessons that support students in reaching their linguistic potential.

I have experience stepping into both short- and long-term cover roles, ensuring curriculum continuity across all year groups.

My approach balances academics with the holistic development of the student.

I thrive in collaborative environments and am committed to fostering a positive, inclusive learning space where students feel comfortable using Gaeilge and German.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

School Placement & Substitute Teacher

Coláiste Mhuire
09.2024 - Current

School Placement: I taught 1st year Gaeilge and 1st/2nd year German.

I had full responsibility of these groups, planning engaging lessons and continuously assessing student progress over a 13 week period.

Additional Teaching Responsibilities: I taught 1st/2nd/3rd year OSSP and OSPS for the entirety of the 2024/25 academic year.

I had full responsibility of these groups and met with each group on a weekly basis.

I engaged in department meetings and ensured that engaging and valuable lessons were delivered each week while following the scheme of work which was designed by the department at the beginning of the school year.

Substitute Teaching: Acting as a regular and reliable substitute teacher, ensuring continuity across subjects and maintaining classroom standards.

School Placement and Substitute Teacher

Davitt College
11.2023 - 12.2023

Student Placement: Taught 1st/2nd/Transition year Gaeilge and German.

Designed and delivered engaging lesson plans daily which were adapted to the needs of the students in each class.

Evaluated students' understanding of course material through regular assessments over the 7 week period.


Substitute Teaching: Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline.

Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student learning.

Education

Bachelor of Education With Gaeilge And German -

Dublin City University
Dublin, Ireland
01-2025

Leaving Certificate -

Davitt College
Castlebar, Co.Mayo
06-2020

Skills

  • Tailored lesson design
  • Experienced in assessment methodologies
  • Effective classroom management
  • Engaging with parents
  • Proficient in Gaeilge and German
  • Skilled in virtual learning methodologies

Driving license

Full - Irish

Languages

Irish
German

Interests

Gaelic Football: I played ladies Gaelic football for my local club Castlebar Mitchels Unfortunately with the demands of university and with school placements it became difficult to commit each year

I plan on returning to playing with my club this year and have a keen interest in being involved with the school teams

Timeline

School Placement & Substitute Teacher

Coláiste Mhuire
09.2024 - Current

School Placement and Substitute Teacher

Davitt College
11.2023 - 12.2023

Bachelor of Education With Gaeilge And German -

Dublin City University

Leaving Certificate -

Davitt College
Afraic Hopkins