Dermot Looney: Serving the Community – Inside and Outside of School

Send a textDermot 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 philosophy and the indelible impact of his environment on personal growth. This episode is an example of the outstanding educators that we have in Ireland. Dedicated people such as Dermot, whose interests extend far beyond the classroom walls and encompass deep connections to locality and community and which in turn, are passed on to students, striking at the heart of what it means to nurture and empower the next generation.Demonstrating a profound satisfaction derived from serving the community in any capacity, Dermot recounts his foray into politics with a fulfilling tenure as a local Councillor and Mayor, and his current role as HSCL Coordinator. As Dermot and Ultan reflect on the essence of education - fostering relationships and aligning school ethos with the community's aspirations - this episode is a testament to the fact that educators like Dermot are not only shaping minds but also the very soul of the community they serve. Don’t forget to like and subscribe, leave us a review and share it with colleagues and friends! Your feedback informs the show. You can follow us across our social media channels – Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Facebook If you have any thoughts on our episodes, or suggestions for future topics, email Zita at [email protected] Or take a minute to give us your feedback: Listener Feedback Oh – and don’t forget to book that CPD – dwec.ie Teachers Themselves is a DWEC original, produced and created by Dublin West Education Centre produced by Zita Robinson.