Ukrainian Teachers in Ireland

Ukrainian Teachers in Ireland

Being a Teacher in Ireland – an introductory course to the Irish Education System

This introductory course is aimed at teachers from Ukraine currently living in Ireland who are registered with the Teaching Council and working in Irish schools, or hoping to do so shortly. It will provide an overview of the Irish education system to help build additional knowledge, skills and confidence to enhance their professional growth.

The course will commence in November 2022 and run throughout December. Depending on the participants’ circumstances, content will be offered in-person at MIE, online or blended. The course is funded by the European Commission under the Asylum, Migration and Integration Fund 2014-2020, through the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth. There is no fee for participants and assistance for travel can be offered when in person sessions take place.

Course Content

1. Introduction to School context and school culture in Ireland. This will help to develop an understanding of the Irish education system, and begin to explore how schools and school culture are influenced by their historical, sociological and political contexts.
2. Overview of curriculum, assessment and pedagogy in Ireland. Become familiar with current policy and practice in the Irish context, and reflect on the development of curriculum, assessment and pedagogies more broadly.
3. The teacher as a professional in Ireland. Explore the role of the teacher in the Irish context, with reference to both policy and practice, and to key teacher organisations.

 How do I apply for a place on this course?

To register your interest in a place on this course, please email Dr. Garret Campbell at [email protected] with Being a Teacher in Ireland – an introductory course to the Irish Education System in the subject line, giving your full name, current address, phone number, Teaching Council Registration Number and the name and address of the school in which you are teaching (if applicable).

Closing Date: Wednesday 23 November

The Migrant Teacher Project is co-financed by the Department of Education and the European Commission under the Asylum, Migration and Integration Fund 2014-2020, through the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration.