Laura McAleer FCCT CTeach
@lauramcaleer.bsky.social
Mum and teacher, BEd, MEd, Head of Science, Exams officer,Teacher tutor, Level 2 Google Educator, Fellow of the Chartered College of Teaching, Chartered teacher
'...when we consistently choose to advocate for one another, we aren't just "fangirling"—we are actively building the table where we all deserve to sit.' A wonderful new blog from @lauramcaleer.bsky.social, @womenednireland.bsky.social. womened.com/blog/general...
#Reclaiming Our Enthusiasm: Why Lifting Each Other Up Isn’t "Fangirlin
A few months ago, I found myself in a conversation where I was accused of "fangirling." It didn't sit well with me.
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The Chartered Status pathway supports career-long development and asks you to reflect on your practice, to make evidence-informed improvements. Find out more about becoming a Chartered Teacher or Leader: https://chartered.pulse.ly/ywp6aitfgt #CharteredTeacher #WhitePaper #ProfessionalDevelopment
A wonderful new #WomenEd blog celebrating the Northern Ireland #IWD2026 event at the Belfast Creative Learning Center 💜 @womenednireland.bsky.social womened.com/blog/10-brav...
International Women's Day: Amplifying Voices in Education, Leadership,
As the Education Manager for Belfast, I was proud to celebrate International Women's Day at our Belfast Creative Learning Centre for an inspiring morning f
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⏱️ Just over a week to go to get tickets for our 2026 Annual Lecture! This year's Annual Lecture will take place at the British Library, where we will also be celebrating our Chartered Teacher graduates. 📅 21st March 📍British Library Get tickets here: https://eventbrite.pulse.ly/qrujzph5bi
🎓 Fully funded Chartered Teacher Status pathway – Now open for applications! We are offering 30 places to secondary teachers or middle leaders from global majority backgrounds. 🌟Engage with education research 🌟Strengthen your practice Apply now: https://chartered.pulse.ly/igzlrl8vxe
🏆 Recognise exceptional teaching expertise! Fellowship is an opportunity to amplify influence, collaborate with committed professionals, and shape educational policy. Know someone who deserves this recognition? Deadline: 5th February Nominate now: https://chartered.pulse.ly/ppw3evr73v
Looking forward to discussing the impact that @collegeofteaching.bsky.social has had on my career with Elaine Scott and @lauramcaleer.bsky.social next weekend at @womenednireland.bsky.social unConference in @ulsteruni.bsky.social. The keynote from @alisonpeacock.bsky.social will be inspiring ✨💜
In June we released training materials, developed with Chiltern Learning Trust and DfE, to help teachers explore the potential, as well as the risks and responsibilities of using AI. Access free AI training and optional certification here:https://chartered.pulse.ly/xg8cb04vbf #AIinEducation
🌟 Know an exceptional teacher or leader who's made a lasting impact on education? Help celebrate a colleague's expertise and commitment to teaching excellence. Nominate now: https://chartered.pulse.ly/hcsuil0kt7
🎉 Tickets are now LIVE for our 6th Birthday Unconference at Ulster University Belfast on 20th September 2025! Join us for a morning of insightful sessions and panels centred around the core #WomenEd campaigns 🎓 Free for student teachers and classroom assistants! 👉 linktr.ee/womenedni
🎉 Save the Date! 🎉 We’re turning 6 and celebrating with our biggest Unconference yet! Join us for a day of inspiration, connection and courageous conversations with leading voices in education. 💜 #WomenEd Unconference 📍 Ulster University, Belfast 📅 20.09.25 @womened.bsky.social
It's been a busy weekend! I'd the privilege to attend @cceengland.bsky.social roundtable Leading for Creative Thinking in association with @collegeofteaching.bsky.social at @ulsteruni.bsky.social It was great to be in room with such inspiring and passionate educators @womenednireland.bsky.social
Some times it's the smallest of things, I forgot I'd packed left over cake last night. Now that I've finished marking my A-level course work, I can really enjoy it with my coffee.
Here's what some members who were recently awarded the Certificate in Evidence-Informed Practice said about the course. Find out what this online unit can do for your teaching or school leadership career here: chartered.college/ce...
Members, we want to learn more about you! Please complete our Member Diversity Survey when you log in to MyCollege. Your input is invaluable in shaping an inclusive future for the Chartered College of Teaching. #DEI #InclusiveMembership #TheFutureOfTeaching @hilljackie10.bsky.social
Donegal does not disappoint! Lovely to get away for a few days during midterm to recharge the batteries.
I said goodbye and good luck to a fantastic PGCE student teacher after her first placement with us. We really need to hold on to these bright new talents in the long term. Teacher retention needs to be seriously addressed.
I've finally done it - deactivated and uninstalled X. Took ages to decide, but enough is enough.
I've just finished this fabulous book! It's so enlightening and infuriating at the same time! I didn't realise how infrequently women were thought of or even considered. @womenednireland.bsky.social
What a great day celebrating graduating with #CTeach all started by the encouragement of @hilljackie10.bsky.social and #womenedni @collegeofteaching.bsky.social @alisonpeacock.bsky.social
Just landed on our way to graduation tomorrow! @collegeofteaching.bsky.social
Chartered College of Teaching@collegeofteaching.bsky.social · 2y agoOne day to go until our Chartered Teacher Graduation and AGM! 🎉 We can't wait to celebrate our newest Chartered Teachers receiving their hard-earned certificates, and hear from inspiring voices in the profession. Considering Chartered Status? Register your interest here: r1.dotdigital-pages....
I'm so proud of Daniel as the first published author in the family! His short story has been included in this book!
The Sun definitely made an appearance today! What a beautiful sunset!
What a fabulous day at #womenedni unconference @womened.bsky.social I was delighted to be able to meet @alisonpeacock.bsky.social and listen to her keynote speech @collegeofteaching.bsky.social
Bluesky now has over 10 million users, and I was #6,221,400!
Back to school means back to Saturday rugby mum. Shout out to 1st yr parents who may have a shock to the system this early sat morning 😴
