My Story
Before I found my path in education, I imagined a very different future. After completing my BSc in Multimedia at Dublin City University, I hoped to become a journalist. I was drawn to stories, communication, people, and the way ideas can shape how we see the world.
That interest in communication naturally led me towards business, marketing, and international work. I went on to complete an MSc in International Business, which gave me a broader understanding of organisations, culture, strategy, and how people connect across different professional settings.
My early career brought together communication, content, and people-focused roles. I worked in areas such as liaison, communications, marketing, social media, and content creation, developing skills in storytelling, relationship-building, audience engagement, and clear messaging.
Life then took me across Australia, Asia, and Europe, where I lived, worked, travelled, and learned from different cultures, classrooms, workplaces, and communities. These experiences shaped the way I understand people, confidence, communication, and learning.
In 2017, I moved into education — a decision that brought together many of the things I had always cared about: communication, confidence, growth, and human potential. Since then, I have worked across different countries and contexts, supporting adult learners, professionals, university students, and educators. My work has included English communication, Business English, corporate training, academic skills, personal development, public speaking, and inclusive education.
Over time, I realised that the thread connecting all my work was growth: helping people express themselves, build confidence, develop skills, and move closer to the person they want to become.
Today, I am building a platform that brings together education, communication, personal development, and inclusive learning.
My story has not followed a straight line, but every step has shaped the work I do now: helping people learn more effectively, communicate with confidence, and achieve their potential.
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Bachelor’s Degree in Multimedia, Dublin City University
Graduated in 2011 with Second Class Honours.
Final year documentary explored the influence of childhood toys on career choices in adulthood.
Master’s Degree in International Business, University of Wales
Graduated in 2013 with Second Class Honours.
Thesis focused on the role of social media in helping small businesses in Ireland grow and connect with customers.
Master’s Degree in Education, Learning and Development, Griffith College Dublin
Graduated in 2025 with First Class Honours.
Dissertation explored the barriers lecturers face when implementing Universal Design for Learning in higher education in Ireland.
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Professional English Communication Training
2023–Present
Personalised 1:1 online training for adults, including interview preparation, business English, presentations, meetings and professional communication.
Training, Teaching & Learning Design
2021–Present
Corporate training, higher education, adult learning, curriculum design, UDL, learner support and inclusive learning experiences.
English Language Teaching
2016–2020
English teaching experience across Vietnam and online, supporting learners of different ages, levels and learning needs.
Digital Content Creation
2015–2019
Freelance content creation for small businesses and charities, including social media, video, photography and marketing materials.
Communications, Events & Project Coordination
2012–2015
Early career experience in stakeholder communication, content development, events, campaigns, project coordination and deadline management.
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Mentoring for Professional Development
UCD Professional Academy .
Awarded Distinction
issued February 2025.
Recognition of Prior Learning
National Forum for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning in Higher Education
Issued January 2024.
Diploma in Leadership and Management
IBAT Dublin
Awarded Distinction
issued August 2024.
Facilitator: Universal Design in Teaching and Learning
National Forum for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning in Higher Education
Issued February 2024.
Universal Design in Teaching and Learning
National Forum for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning in Higher Education
Issued February 2024.
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Demine, E. (2026) ‘Turning feedback into action: developing a personalised teaching improvement plan’, in Bullock, D. (ed.) IATEFL 2025 Edinburgh Conference Selections: 58th International Conference, 8–11 April 2025. Faversham: IATEFL.
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My Approach
My approach to education is shaped by both professional experience and personal understanding. Growing up, I often found education difficult, and later in life, I was diagnosed with ADHD and dyslexia. This changed the way I understood myself as a learner, but it also deepened my passion for helping others feel supported, capable, and confident in their own learning journey.
I am a lifelong learner, and I believe that growth never really stops. My own journey continues to shape the way I teach, create, and support others. As I help others grow, I grow too. This belief is at the heart of my work.
I am a strong believer that every learner can succeed when they are given the right tools, the right support, and the right environment. I do not believe in a “one classroom fits all” approach because every learner is different. Each person brings their own strengths, challenges, goals, experiences, and ways of thinking.
That is why my work focuses on personalised, practical, and real-life learning. I believe education should feel meaningful, accessible, and connected to the world learners actually live and work in. Whether I am supporting someone with English communication, confidence, study skills, personal development, or professional growth, my goal is always to make learning clear, relevant, and empowering.
My approach is also shaped by my fascination with how the mind works and how humans learn. I am deeply interested in learning theory, educational psychology, inclusive education, and neuroscience, and I use these interests to create learning experiences that are thoughtful, human, and grounded in how people actually grow.
It brings me real joy to see learners improve, achieve their goals, and begin to believe in themselves. My own struggles fuel my passion for education, and they remind me why this work matters. I believe that learning has the power to change how people see themselves, their abilities, and their future.