Ciara Connolly Professional Portfolio
Memberships
Member - Art Teachers' Association of Ireland
“It was decided that the purpose of the Association should be, to foster art teaching in all schools, to work for improved conditions of teaching and equipment, and to co-ordinate the working of art classes in general”
Registered - Teaching Council of Ireland
The Teaching Council is the professional standards body for the teaching profession, which promotes and regulates professional standards in teaching. It acts in the interests of the public good while upholding and enhancing standards in the teaching profession.
Member - The International Society for Education Through Art
InSEA is a non-governmental organisation and official partner of the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organisation UNESCO). InSEA is also a non-profit organisation, its purpose is to promote and advance education through art, design and crafts in all countries, in addition to nurturing intercultural understanding.
Member - Art Teachers Association of Ireland
The Art Teachers' Association of Ireland is one of the longest established Subject Associations in Ireland. It was set up in 1950 by Patrick Heney. It is run on a voluntary basis by and for qualified Art Teachers. They are the formal voice of Art Teachers in Ireland, and have representatives on various educational committees NCCA, SARG, InSEA.
Member - Carers Ireland
Carers Ireland's vision is clear: a nation where family and young carers are rigorously recognised, adequately supported, and truly empowered. Their mission is driven by the deep-seated belief that no one should shoulder the burden of care alone, highlighting the significant contributions of carers to the fabric of Irish society. In pursuit of this, Carers Ireland is unwavering in its commitment to improving family carers' lives, ensuring they always have the backing and acknowledgement they richly deserve.
