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Gavin Hamel

Timaru

Summary

Dynamic educator and seasoned bar owner with a proven track record at Roncalli College, adept at fostering student engagement and classroom management. Leveraged relationship-building skills to create supportive learning environments, enhancing student motivation and performance. Excelled in faculty collaboration, demonstrating a strong ability to motivate both students and staff.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher Aid

Roncalli College
01.2023 - Current

Primary Objectives:

  • Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
  • To support individual students in their learning environment so that they achieve their learning goals.
  • To assist teachers catering for the needs of individual students requiring extra assistance with either direct or indirect interventions. Key Tasks: Duties may include any combination of the following tasks:
  • Provide in-class/group/individual assistance with literacy and numeracy programmes
  • In-class support of group and individual student learning needs across all curriculum areas and levels as required
  • Withdrawal support of group and individual student learning needs across all curriculum areas and levels as required
  • Assistance with reader/writer or other examination assistance for assessment
  • Support the learning of any ORRS funded student as per his/her IEP
  • Support individual students’ educational needs as required
  • Conduct assessment tests as required by HOD
  • Conduct school placement testing
  • Provide administrative assistance with assessment data
  • Perform administrative duties associated with the Department
  • Prepare, maintain, and manage classroom resources and equipment for the Department

Bar Owner

Self-employed
02.2019 - Current
  • Maintains inventory
  • Determines employees’ schedules.
  • Ensures bar is well-stocked and clean.
  • Tracks customer behavior and sales.
  • Maintains budget and monitors costs.
  • Maintains drink recipe documentation.
  • Oversees planning for special events.
  • Appropriately delegates tasks to staff.
  • Selects and purchases liquor and other supplies.
  • Oversees staff, including bartenders and bar managers.
  • Hires, trains, promotes, and, when necessary, disciplines or fires staff.
  • Selects music, books bands, and provides input on décor and marketing, including social media and other forms of publicity.
  • Initiates and maintains vendor relationships.
  • Uses point-of-sale tracking technology and bar and restaurant management platforms.

Bar Owner

Self-employed
03.2014 - 11.2021
  • Maintains inventory.
  • Creates drink and food menus.
  • Determines employees’ schedules.
  • Ensures bar is well-stocked and clean.
  • Tracks customer behaviour and sales.
  • Maintains budget and monitors costs.
  • Maintains drink recipe documentation.
  • Oversees planning for special events.
  • Appropriately delegates tasks to staff.
  • Selects and purchases liquor and other supplies.
  • Oversees staff, including bartenders and kitchen staff
  • Hires, trains, promotes, and, when necessary, disciplines or fires staff.
  • Selects music, books bands, and provides input on décor and marketing, including social media and other forms of publicity.
  • Initiates and maintains vendor relationships.
  • Uses point-of-sale tracking technology and bar and restaurant management platforms.

Teacher

Roncalli College
04.2006 - 12.2013
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Managed classroom behaviour effectively by establishing clear expectations, modelling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
  • Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
  • Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
  • Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
  • Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
  • Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
  • Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
  • Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
  • Developed and executed formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.

Teacher

Christchurch Boys' High School
01.1988 - 03.2006
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Managed classroom behaviour effectively by establishing clear expectations, modelling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
  • Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
  • Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
  • Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
  • Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioural and academic issues.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
  • Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
  • Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
  • Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behaviour.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behaviour to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
  • Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
  • Developed and executed formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
  • Organized and led educational field trips that complemented classroom learning, broadening students' real-world understanding.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Education And History

University of Otago
Dunedin, NZ
05-1986

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Motivating students
  • Student engagement
  • Behaviour management
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Positive role model and mentor
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Faculty collaboration
  • Special needs students
  • Youth mentorship
  • Student motivation
  • Parent and student communication
  • Excellent classroom management

Timeline

Teacher Aid

Roncalli College
01.2023 - Current

Bar Owner

Self-employed
02.2019 - Current

Bar Owner

Self-employed
03.2014 - 11.2021

Teacher

Roncalli College
04.2006 - 12.2013

Teacher

Christchurch Boys' High School
01.1988 - 03.2006

Bachelor of Arts - Education And History

University of Otago
Gavin Hamel