User:Lhengav/sandbox

I am a female born in Cork,Ireland in 1959. I attended primary school from the age of 3 years. In 1977 I finished my secondary education and sat for the Leaving Certificate. Post Leaving Certificate I studied Medical Laboratory sciences for 5 years finishing my Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences in 1983. In 1988 I attended the University of Liverpool to study Mathematical Sciences. 3 years later I obtained a BSc Honours (2.1)in Mathematical Sciences combined with Biology.The Mathematical Science portion of my studies included computer programming: ADA, C++, Prolog. In 1992 I studied for a Post Graduate Certificate in Education. Since then I worked in a variety of Mainstream and Special schools. I also worked as a volunteer in Literacy and Advocacy projects with adults with learning difficulties. When I returned to Ireland in 2000 I worked in Adult Literacy Development in Kerry. I was, and still am employed by Kerry Education Service. I now work as an ESOL organiser in Adult Basic Education. I have continued to study the delivery and management of Adult Basic Education with Waterford Institute of Technology.