Danny Drake
Auckland,AUK
Summary
Driven and passionate student teacher currently completing the final stages of the postgraduate diploma. Looking to use diverse life and sporting experience, classroom management and teaching abilities to add value to the education sector. Have played professional rugby for the previous seven years in New Zealand, Wales and England across four different competitions. Worked with players, coaches and support staff from all corners of the world in challenging high performance environments. Offers skills in communication, planning and student engagement. Loves sport and excited to be involved in extracurricular activities. Learns new procedures quickly, is flexible and adaptable.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher Trainee
Kelston Boys High School
Kelston, Auckland
03.2024 - 06.2024
- Designed and implemented the current year 10 unit plan with lesson plans and resources.
- Organized assessment marking rubrix, activities and lesson sequencing for NCEA Level One standards 1.1 and 1.2.
- Advised students on academic and career goals drawing on knowledge from professional sport, time spent at university and previous work in the landscaping/building trade.
- Demonstrated knowledge of content and cultural areas by presenting material effectively.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop strategies to meet student needs regarding achievement and attendence goals.
- Created an engaging learning environment through innovative approaches.
- Encouraged positive social interactions amongst students.
Teacher Trainee
Long Bay College
Long Bay, Auckland
03.2023 - 06.2023
- Organized and coached extracurricular activities for students. Involved five days a week with the 1st XV boys and 1st XV girls team.
- Actively participated in school-wide initiatives and attended weekly sporting events.
- Promoted a safe and productive learning environment drawing from experience working in diverse and multicultural sporting background.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement strategies to meet student needs.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff through continued involvement with extracurricular activities.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans for diverse learners and those with specific learning needs.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
Professional Rugby Player
Southland Stags
Invercargill, Southland
07.2023 - 11.2023
- Communicated with diverse group of fellow athletes, coaches, and game officials to maintain positive relationships and build a winning culture.
- Actively sought feedback from coaches to continually improve performance.
- Exercised strong leadership skills and practiced self-discipline on and off-field to promote a positive and professional environment.
- Participated in rigorous physical training to maintain peak fitness levels for game performance.
- Mentored younger players on proper techniques, sportsmanship, and team dynamics.
- Demonstrated strong communication skills when interacting with teammates both on-field and off-field settings.
Professional Rugby Player
North Harbour Rugby Union
Auckland, Albany
07.2022 - 11.2022
- Supported and mentored junior team members to promote collaboration and improve collective expertise.
- Set short-term and long-term goals for personal growth and achievement.
- Exercised strong leadership skills and practiced self-discipline on and off field.
- Practiced good sportsmanship before, during and after sporting events and practices.
Education
Diploma in Secondary School Teaching - Secondary Education
Auckland University of Technology
Auckland, NZ06-2024
Bachelor of Sport And Recreation - Health And Physical Education & Coaching
Auckland University of Technology
Auckland, NZ11-2017
Skills
- Student Motivation
- Student Engagement
- Kinesthetic Learning
- Cooperative Learning Experience
Affiliations
- Fishing and Diving
- Golf
- Lawn Bowls
- Social Cricket and Touch Rugby
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Teacher Trainee
Kelston Boys High School
03.2024 - 06.2024
Professional Rugby Player
Southland Stags
07.2023 - 11.2023
Teacher Trainee
Long Bay College
03.2023 - 06.2023
Professional Rugby Player
North Harbour Rugby Union
07.2022 - 11.2022
Diploma in Secondary School Teaching - Secondary Education
Auckland University of Technology
Bachelor of Sport And Recreation - Health And Physical Education & Coaching
Auckland University of Technology
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