Michael Gavan
Stratford,Taranaki
Summary
Knowledgeable Desired Position with solid background in supporting and mentoring youth. Proven ability to create engaging programs that promote personal growth and development. Demonstrated use of effective communication and conflict resolution skills to build trust and rapport.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth worker
S.T.A.R.T Taranaki
Kaponga, Taranaki
07.2006
Youth mentoring based in Residence.
Youth mentoring based in the bush.
Working directly with top tier youth offenders.
Bushcraft and survival.
Logistics and planning.
Case management and follow up support.
Youth mentoring based in the bush.
Working directly with top tier youth offenders.
Bushcraft and survival.
Logistics and planning.
Case management and follow up support.
Tutor, Special Needs Students
Youthworks
Stratford, TKI
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Developed strong relationships with students and their families, fostering open communication channels to address individual concerns and progress updates.
- Managed challenging behaviors effectively by implementing clear expectations, consistent consequences, and positive reinforcement strategies within the classroom environment.
- Enhanced learning experiences for special needs students by implementing individualized education plans tailored to their unique requirements.
- Contributed to a positive learning environment for all students by fostering a culture of inclusivity, empathy, and respect throughout the entire school community.
Programmer
Inframax
Stratford
01.2016 - 01.2019
Programming work for a work crew, logistics, road traffic management, STMS, emergency patrol call out. Vehicle safety & maintenance. Health and safety National representative.
Case Manager
YMCA
New Plymouth
03.2008 - 2012
- Developed curriculum for [course].
- Working directly with youth offenders, Courts, Child, youth and family and Police youth aid.
- Daily/weekly/monthly planning for course activities and logistics involved.
- Developing and implementing course programmes and activitys
Professional Cricketer
Worcestershire, Kwa Zulu Natal, Isle of Wight, Birmingham League, Northern Districts
World Wide
03.1992 - 01.2006
I spent most of my youth travelling around the World playing cricket for a living.
Education
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Hagley R.C High School
Hagley, Worcestershire, United Kingdom1992
Skills
Professional approach to all work environments
Intelligent with Worldwide experience
Empathy and holistic understanding
Quick thinking and decision making
An ability to understand & communicate with people of all backgrounds, ethnicities and walks of life
Timeline
Tutor, Special Needs Students
Youthworks
01.2018 - 01.2019
Programmer
Inframax
01.2016 - 01.2019
Case Manager
YMCA
03.2008 - 2012
Youth worker
S.T.A.R.T Taranaki
07.2006
Professional Cricketer
Worcestershire, Kwa Zulu Natal, Isle of Wight, Birmingham League, Northern Districts
03.1992 - 01.2006
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Hagley R.C High School