Meet the Team
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Aidan O'Shea / Director of Operations
Aidan has worked in ELT for 16 years across a range of positions. He is DELTA qualified and holds an M.Phil in Applied Linguistics. In 2020 he and Ian bought The Linguaviva Centre with the aim of continuing the reputation and legacy of the past 45 years. When not in the school, Aidan enjoys running at events around Europe.
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ian brangan / Director of education
Ian has 30 years experience teaching, training and inspecting schools. He is an ELT materials writer, a Trinity TESOL teacher trainer and a school inspector with ACELS and EAQUALS. He is actively involved in our students' academic journeys and constantly working towards improving their experience in the classroom.
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Cara Brophy-Browne / Centre Manager
Cara has over a decade of experience working in the field teaching and education. Having worked in schools in Italy and Greece, Cara is happy to be back home and part of the team at Linguaviva. With a degree in history and culture, Cara is passionate about introducing students to Dublin, and learning all she can about our students’ cultures too.
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stuart tynan / Director of Studies
Stuart has a background in science, but was drawn to the world of ELT 15+ years by the dynamic nature of the business and the amazing variety of people. In 2010 he obtained an MA in Management and moved into the role of Director of Studies for Linguaviva. This has given him a different perspective on the sector and a new way of interacting with the students and teaching staff.
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Tamara Greicius / Accommodation manager
Tamara is originally from Brazil and moved to Ireland to study English. After completing her course in early 2022, she began working in the English language education sector and recently joined The Linguaviva Centre as Accommodation Manager. She holds a degree in History and is a qualified tour guide, bringing a strong appreciation for culture and people to her role. Tamara works closely with students and host families to ensure a comfortable and positive stay, helping students feel at home while they experience life in Dublin.
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aisling ardiff / Teacher Training
Aisling has been working in ELT for over 10 years and has a background in teaching, drama and psychology. She is an ELT materials writer, Teacher Trainer/Course Director for TESOL and In-Service Teacher Trainer. Having lived in both the US and Mainland Europe she has a unique perspective on training in different settings. Aisling is a theatre buff who has also participated in many successful productions.
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caroline cuneo / Bookings manager
Originally from California, but with a long line of Argentine roots, Caroline moved to Dublin in 2005. She has worked in the service sector since she was 15. Pet shops, pharmacies, banks, cafes, bars and shops, she's experienced them all. Caroline joined the Linguaviva family in 2006 and has never looked back!