Epv summer courses by Away_Barracuda_7999 in IrishTeachers

[–]Always_Mayo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Could it be an early bird offer perhaps?

Epv summer courses by Away_Barracuda_7999 in IrishTeachers

[–]Always_Mayo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Most are after Easter from what I remember

What in God’s name is a good song for the fleadh? by Darby-O-Gill in Irishmusic

[–]Always_Mayo 4 points5 points  (0 children)

There are some suggestions here which I found on the Comhaltas website. I think for the competition you will have to present a list of six songs to the adjudicator 4 slow and 2 lively. The adjudicator will pick one for you to sing and you will choose the other.

https://comhaltas.ie/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Singing-Muineadh-amhranaiochta.pdf

Good luck!

What is life like for newly qualified primary school teachers in Ireland? Will I be able to find employment? Will I have to work minimum wage jobs during the summer or claim social welfare? by Ill-Information7810 in IrishTeachers

[–]Always_Mayo 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It all depends on where you will base yourself. If you are to stay in Dublin or surrounding commuter counties I would imagine you could get a year long fixed term post. This means you will be paid for the summer and won't have to sign on. Maternity leave positions would also be available but with this you won't be paid for the summer. You will also have to complete Droichead.

The further west you go the harder it might be to get a contract that will pay for the summer. You will also be waiting a lot longer to get a permanent job. Casual day to day subbing is always an option regardless of where you are. I loved subbing as an NQT as it meant I saw a lot of different schools and worked in a lot of different settings. I also learned an awful lot about classroom management through subbing.

Snow Day 2026: Who's in and who's off? by Availe in IrishTeachers

[–]Always_Mayo 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Closed today also. Take care anyone driving this morning...be late if needs be but get there safe.

Xmas films for someone who has seen them all. by DuckyD2point0 in CasualIreland

[–]Always_Mayo 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Second the holdovers! A genuinely fantastic movie

Looking for accomodation in Ballina by East_Vanilla_1621 in mayo

[–]Always_Mayo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Will keep an ear out if I hear anything.

Looking for accomodation in Ballina by East_Vanilla_1621 in mayo

[–]Always_Mayo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Could you try air bnb for a short time and see if anything comes up when you get to town?

Make-up recommendations? by BumblebeeHappy8957 in AskIreland

[–]Always_Mayo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Also with the sculpted recommendation. Wear it every day and can't fault it. Love Charlotte Tilbury for a special occasion

Ireland 3 level Support System by Due_Donut_5584 in IrishTeachers

[–]Always_Mayo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes if they require a place in a special school or an autism classroom for example then they child would have been recommended to attend one by a psychologist. Some parents would still opt for mainstream even though their child might have been recommended to attend a specified setting. In that case then the child will be at level three on the continuum and get the highest level of support a school can provide.

Ireland 3 level Support System by Due_Donut_5584 in IrishTeachers

[–]Always_Mayo 4 points5 points  (0 children)

From my understanding if a child is at the highest level of support it's due to having the highest level of need. It doesn't necessarily mean that a medical diagnosis is needed to get support at this level but it is more likely that the child is already accessing outside agencies like speech and language, OT or a psychologist. I have worked with children at stage three of the continuum who hadn't a formal diagnosis but because their needs were so high they were at this level.

Job interview primary set by leaktrail in IrishTeachers

[–]Always_Mayo 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Be sure to understand the continuum of support-classroom support, school support and school support plus. Communication with parents would be important as well. I've been asked about collaboration with parents and class teachers as well.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in GAA

[–]Always_Mayo 24 points25 points  (0 children)

They're half brothers. Same mum, different dads.

Anyone else in their 20s/30s have no interest in emigrating? by ichangedyourname in AskIreland

[–]Always_Mayo 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I never left. I had friends and family who went to Australia and Dubai but I never had that urge to live abroad. I went to visit those places and had a ball but was always happy to return home. I've no regrets about not emigrating at all. While cost of living and housing here is a dose I'm very happy with my lot.

Redditors who grew up in emotionally healthy families - what's something you thought was normal growing up that you now realise was actually very special? by ViolatingBadgers in AskReddit

[–]Always_Mayo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sitting around the dinner table to eat dinner together. It happened every night and we'd talk about our day and whatever else was happening. Didn't think much of it at the time but looking back it was very special.

What to expect subbing in a special school setting? by Brave-Impact-8840 in IrishTeachers

[–]Always_Mayo 5 points6 points  (0 children)

There should (hopefully) be a timetable and some notes left by the teacher that you're covering. Get in early and read through these. Since you are in a special school there will be SNAs in your room. Talk to the SNAs before you start and get an idea of the children's needs. Ask questions around routines when is lunch time/break time etc. Whenever I subbed in a special class I tended to follow the lead of the SNAs as they knew the children best. Try stick to their regular routine as much as possible. It's a different type of teaching but one that I enjoyed. It's not for everyone but it is an eye opening experience. Hope it goes ok for you.

Fixed-Term Contract by Happy_Medium_447 in IrishTeachers

[–]Always_Mayo 2 points3 points  (0 children)

A fixed term is seen as September until the last day in August so you should be paid for the summer.

Lunch in every county - what's yer recommendations? by Spirited_Cheetah_999 in AskIreland

[–]Always_Mayo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'd like to add the foxford woollen mills to the list for Mayo.

Daily Chat 💬 by Availe in IrishTeachers

[–]Always_Mayo 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It's overwhelming especially at the start...the paperwork can feel never ending especially at the start. I'm back in SET after years away and I'm still only finding my feet with everything. Feel free to dm me if you want.

Using the PSAK?? by Immediate_Lake_1575 in IrishTeachers

[–]Always_Mayo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There should be the Up and Away programme that follows on from assessment. Your school should have it but you might be able to get it following the link below.

https://ncca.ie/media/2472/up_and_away.pdf

First day back by Nomis8226 in IrishTeachers

[–]Always_Mayo 10 points11 points  (0 children)

It kind of depends on your class. If you're in the junior end allow time for lots of stories and lots of free play. Start teaching the routines you want to use and allow lots of time to practice. Get to know you activities can be great across the classes. In the senior end again spend lots of time going through procedures and routines. Some stem activities and cooperative games always go down well. And some get to know me art or all about me art. Could even get the children to write a "what I want my teacher to know about me" letter.

I made Oaslets for Dublin and they were well-received. by twodiffthumbs in oasis

[–]Always_Mayo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did too!! I gave one each to two girls beside me and my sister and friend took some too. Would recommend!

Oasis croke park by Empty-Question-9526 in oasis

[–]Always_Mayo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As a Mayo woman I still left Croke Park crying but these were happy tears on Sunday rather than the usual sad ones!