Our team

Meet our team

Dónal Quilty
LC English
Dónal is a passionate English teacher with 24 years of experience. He was the principal English tutor in the Galway Study Centre from 2006 to 2012.
✅ On-demand lessons
✅ Exam-focused strategies
✅ Confidence-boosting support
Derek Cahalan
LC French 
Derek has been a teacher of French and English for seventeen years. He holds a BA International, having spent a year studying in Université de Toulouse Le Marail.
✅ On-demand lessons
✅ Essay & opinion piece skills
✅ Exam-focused grammar revision
James Webb
JC Mathematics 
James is a qualified Mathematics and Applied Mathematics teacher based in Galway City, with a strong passion for education.
✅ In Person & On-demand lessons
✅ Problem-solving tactics
✅ Students enrolled in James' in person class (beginning September 8th) also gain a premium subscription to online on demand lessons
Sean Morrissey
LC Mathematics
Seán is a maths teacher with 10 years of experience in the classroom and 5 years as a state examiner. Passionate about both teaching and coaching, Seán believes that maths is a contact sport—one that requires practice, persistence, and the right guidance.
✅ 10+ Years Classroom Experience
✅ Expert State Examiner Insights
✅ Students enrolled in Sean’s in person class (beginning September 8th) also gain a premium subscription to online on demand lessons
Adrian Morrissey
LC Gaeilge
Has 6 years of experience working in summer colleges in Inis Oírr and An Cheathra Rua as a Teacher and Vice-Principal. He has experience working with the SEC to facilitate the Leaving Certificate Oral Examinations. He has featured on various podcasts and Raidió na Gaeltachta discussing his love for sport, particularly the GAA. 
✅ Oral Prep & Confidence-Building
✅ Exam-Focused Grammar Revision
✅ Aiste & Poetry Writing Skills
Alan Glynn
Founder
I founded Galway Study Academy with a clear and powerful mission: to bring together Galway’s most dedicated and talented teachers with ambitious students who are determined to achieve their very best. At the heart of our academy is the belief that every student has untapped potential waiting to be unlocked. By combining expert teaching, a supportive learning environment, and proven exam-focused methods, we aim not only to boost grades but also to build confidence, resilience, and a genuine love for learning.

Join Our Team at Galway Study Academy!

Galway Study Academy is now accepting applications for tutor positions for all subjects at junior and leaving certificate level. We are looking for enthusiastic, energetic, and passionate educators who are experts in their subject areas. Ideal candidates should have the ability to compile comprehensive, exam-focused topic notes to help students excel.
GSA will be launching a full range of extra tuition classes for Junior Cert and Leaving Cert students starting August 2025.

📌 Requirements:
✔ Passionate about your subject and helping students succeed
✔ Enthusiastic and engaging teaching style
✔ Strong subject knowledge
✔ Ability to create detailed, exam-oriented study materials

📩 To apply, please submit your CV to info@galwaystudy.com
📞 For more information, contact Alan at 085 277 2993
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