Teachers Themselves
"Teachers Themselves" is a new, engaging podcast designed specifically for educators in Ireland.
Whether you're a seasoned teacher looking to enhance your teaching practices, or a new educator seeking guidance and inspiration, "Teachers Themselves" provides a platform for professional growth and fosters a community of educators who are keen to learn. Join us as we explore the art and science of teaching, inspire each other, and shape the future of education, one episode at a time.
Hosted by DWESC Director, Ultan Mac Mathúna, and featuring insightful guest speakers, all educators themselves, this podcast offers conversational episodes focused on sharing teaching experiences, exploring shared values in education, and fostering a community of passionate educators.
Tune in to "Teachers Themselves" and unlock your full potential as an educator. Together, let's empower ourselves and our students for the challenges and opportunities of tomorrow.
“No written word, no spoken plea, can teach our youth what they should be, nor all the books on all the shelves, it’s what the teachers are themselves.” John Wooden
Teachers Themselves is a DWESC original, produced and created by Dublin West Education Support Centre and produced by Zita Robinson.
Episodes
25 episodes
Richie Walsh on Building Educational Communities through Restorative Practice
Meet Richie Walsh, an inspiring educator whose story underscores the significance of community ethos in educational success.Richie's career in education showcases a trajectory of leadership and dedication, beginning with early teaching ...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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30:40
Dr. Gerard McHugh: Reflecting on Education's Past, Present, and Future
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Dr. Gerard McHugh, the former Director of Dublin West Education Support Centre. A man who dedicated his career to transforming the landscape of education in Ireland. Tune in as Gerard shar...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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52:57
Transforming Classroom Literacy with Lyn Stone
This week our host Ultan chats with Lyn Stone, 'the Taylor Swift of Literacy'. Join us as literacy expert Lyn unlocks the secrets to effective language education. Learn how Lyn's passion for linguistics and special education sparked inn...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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38:36
Cultivating Positive Schools: Jacinta Kitt on Hope, Relationships, and Leadership
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Jacinta Kitt, a distinguished educator who dedicated her career to fostering positive behaviours and relationships in schools.In her conversation with our host, Ultan, Jacinta explores the power...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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47:58
Leading with Heart: Helena Trench on Building Inclusive School Communities
Join us for a heartwarming and insightful conversation with Helena Trench, the inspiring Principal of Powerstown Educate Together National School in Dublin 15. Helena's journey to school leadership has been fuelled by a passion for inclusive ed...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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37:40
Values Rich Environments with Dr Séamus Conboy
Welcome to another Season of Teachers Themselves! Season 3 opens with a wonderfully open conversation between our host Ultan Mac Mathúna and Dr. Séamus Conboy, the Director of Schools at Education and Training Boards Ireland (
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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44:19
Teacher and Trailblazer: A Conversation with Áine Hyland Part 2
Áine Hyland is a name synonymous with educational reform in Ireland and we are honoured to have had her as a guest on the Teachers Themselves podcast. Wrapping up Season 2, the conversation between Áine and our host, Ultan Mac Math...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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34:22
Teacher and Trailblazer: A Conversation with Áine Hyland Part 1
Áine Hyland is a name synonymous with educational reform in Ireland and we are honoured to have had her as a guest on the Teachers Themselves podcast. Wrapping up Season 2, the conversation between Áine and our host, Ultan Mac Math...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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38:03
Dermot Looney: Serving the Community – Inside and Outside of School
Dermot Looney's story is not just one of teaching but of someone who is deeply connected to local history and community. Our conversation with Dermot delves into his career as a dedicated primary school teacher in Tallaght, his teaching philoso...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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34:15
Educational Alchemy: How the Arts and Extra-Curriculars Can Enrich Learning with Cormac O'Farrell
This episode of Teachers Themselves, features Teaching Principal, Cormac O’Farrell. Cormac has a dedication to teaching and education, only matched by his dedication to the Arts and extra-curricular activities. This conversation is...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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41:11
Áine Lynch: Shaping Education Through Parent-Teacher Partnerships
This episode recounts the extraordinary journey of Áine Lynch. She opens up about her passionate pursuit of strengthening partnerships between schools and parents, drawing from her own experience as an early school leaver who later became the ...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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43:43
Bridging Classrooms and Policy with Máirín Ní Chéileachair
Meet Máirín Ní Chéileachair, a passionate educator, influenced by family legacy and a community rich in scholastic virtues. In this inspiring conversation, she grants us an intimate look into the stepping stones that propelled her from a classr...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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38:02
Believing in Yourself - An Educational Odyssey with Finbarr Hurley
Introducing Finbarr Hurley, a visionary in the realm of primary education. Join us as he shares his story of growth from the fields of West Cork to the bustling classrooms of Qatar. Every educator has a tale, but not every tale weaves through t...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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37:21
John William's Top Tips for CPD
Are you ready to transform your teaching skills and stay ahead in the ever-evolving education landscape? This bite-size bonus episode is an extract from Episode 006 'The Transformative Power of Teaching: John Williams on Professional Gro...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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4:19
The Transformative Power of Teaching: John Williams on Professional Growth
What if the key to unlocking a student's potential lies in the hands of their teacher? A teacher whose goal was always just "to make a difference". Join our host, Ultan Mac Mathúna, as he chats with John Williams, an...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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31:58
Magdalena Landziak's Top Tips for CPD for SNAs
Are you ready to level up your skills as a Special Needs Assistant? Look no further as we bring you an excerpt from the enlightening conversation with Magdalena Landziak, a seasoned educator deeply passionate about additional needs education. <...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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4:47
Top Tips for SNAs with Magdalena Landziak
Do you want to be the change that you want to see in the world? Meet Magdalena Landziak, a special needs assistant (SNA) who's doing just that. Join our host, Ultan Mac Mathúna, as he chats with Magdalena, an experienced SNA ...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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30:59
Mary McKenna's Top Tips for CPD
Mary passionately shares her wisdom on Continuing Professional Development (CPD) which is a treasure trove for every educator striving for growth. Tune in to this bite-size bonus episode for her insights and recommendations. Mary’s...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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4:42
Looking through a Different Lens: Mary McKenna on Autism Education
Are you interested in Autism Education and seeking guidance on how to approach the subject with sensitivity, respect, and accurate terminology? Allow us to introduce you to Mary McKenna, a seasoned primary teacher and CPD facilitator, who pione...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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37:59
Shannon Ahern's Top Tips for CPD
In this bite-size bonus episode, Shannon provides her top 3 CPD tips for educators planning for the academic year ahead. Shannon’s CPD recommendations for the year ahead, are for AI, Classroom Management and Teaching Methodolo...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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4:22
Practical Approaches to AI in the Classroom with Shannon Ahern
Are you looking for ways to innovate your teaching? Join Ultan Mac Mathúna, as he sits down with the trailblazer in STEM education, Shannon Ahern, a teacher in St Declan's College in Cabra, Dublin, who is transforming the world of Maths and Sci...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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37:02
Fiona Forman's Top Tips for CPD
Fiona's wise words in this bite-size bonus episode, offer invaluable guidance for educators eager to enhance their professional development and introduce wellness-focused approaches to their teaching methodologies.Tune in for Fiona's
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5:24
Fiona Forman on the Importance of Wellbeing, Resilience and Positive Psychology
Get ready for a meaningful conversation with the extraordinary Fiona Forman, an acclaimed author and pioneering educator in the realm of well-being and positive psychology. Join us as Fiona recounts her own early career setbacks and hear how sh...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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45:22
Patrick Kirwan's Top Tips for CPD
As a CPD Facilitator, Patrick generously shares his top three tips for Continuous Professional Development (CPD) in the upcoming year and urges you to keep an eye on the future by promoting sustainability education.In this bite-size bon...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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4:24
Shaping the Future: Patrick Kirwan's Drive for Ecological Literacy and Sustainability
Meet Patrick Kirwan, the Waterford secondary school teacher who founded the Irish Schools Sustainability Network and is sparking a nationwide conversation about ecological literacy and sustainability. In this episode with Patrick, w...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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40:34