ACE-Ireland Haiti Initiative
Application Form
The University of Notre Dame’s Alliance for Catholic Education [ACE] Ireland, in collaboration with ACE Haiti, is seeking two candidates with an expertise in education, an interest in international development and desire to support Catholic Schools in Haiti from June 28th to August 7th, 2015.
The successful candidates will engage in direct service and project co-ordination related to education policy and international development. The two Irish teachers will work closely with two recent American ACE graduates to coordinate workshops with students and deliver professional development modules to the teachers of Basile Moreau School, a flagship pre-K-12 [junior infants to sixth year secondary level in an Irish context] in Port au Prince. The content of the workshops and Professional Development modules will be teaching English as a foreign language, using technology in the classroom and areas of pedagogy like lesson planning and classroom management. Some basic proficiency in French would be desirable (but not necessary) to ensure maximum effectiveness in interacting with the Haitian communities.
The successful candidates will work under the joint guidance of ACE Associate Director for International Special Projects and the Associate Director for Haitian Catholic Education Initiatives. Before and after the placement, they will liaise with the leaders of ACE-Ireland.
This service opportunity will combine the expertise and energy of Ireland, Haiti and Notre Dame in a mutually beneficial working relationship to enhance the Catholic school system in Haiti. This will also be an opportunity for the two Irish participants to experience the mission of Catholic education in another context. This experience will undoubtedly enrich the personal and professional life of the participating teachers as they arrive back to Ireland.
The successful candidates will be offered:
1. Pre-departure training and a retreat experience
2. All in-country expenses will be covered by ACE
3. Advice, assistance and support from ACE
As this is conceived of as a service opportunity, the candidate will be responsible to pay for their travel to and from Haiti. The candidate will be expected to show proof of appropriate medical and travel insurance ahead of their travels.
If you require any additional information, please contact the Director of ACE-Ireland, John O’Malley, at or 085.707.3932.
ACE-IRELAND Haiti Initiative
2014-2015 APPLICATION
Personal Information
First Name: Middle Name: Surname:
Date of birth: Place of birth:
Address:
Phone number: Mobile phone number:
Email address:
Educational background
Please include any summer programmes or other significant part-time study
University/College:
Dates Attended: Course: Overall Result:
University/College:
Dates Attended: Course: Overall Result:
University/College:
Dates Attended: Course: Overall Result
Achievements and Interests
1. Please list any significant academic awards or other achievements
2. Please list any interests or hobbies that you have, especially those relevant to teaching
French Proficiency
None: Beginner: Conversational: Fluent:
Teaching and Subjects
1. Please indicate the subjects that you are currently teaching or have taught.
2. Name the school in which you currently teach, as well as any previous schools.
Legal Background
1. Have you ever been convicted of a crime or do you currently have charges pending against you
Yes No
If yes, please explain the nature of the conviction:
During the application process and/or during your time with ACE-Ireland, you are required to disclose any and all information concerning charges and/or possible charges against you at the time such circumstances arise.
Recommendations
Please supply the name and contact details of two people familiar with your character, abilities and interest in Catholic education.
1. First Name: Surname:
Address:
Phone number:
Email address:
2. First Name: Surname:
Address:
Phone number:
Email address:
I hereby attest that the information provided by me in this application is true, accurate, and complete. I understand that falsifying or withholding information is grounds for denial of acceptance into the ACE-Ireland or for dismissal after acceptance.
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Essay Questions
Essay 1 (300-400 words)
Please discuss your motivations in applying for the ACE-Ireland Haiti Initiative.
Essay 2 (300-400 words)
How does teaching serve as a way of witnessing your faith?
Essay 3 (300–400 words)
If you were giving advice to a newly qualified teacher on how to enjoy a successful teaching career, what would your two pieces of advice be? Why?