Angela Dunstan
Two Rocks,WA
Summary
Compassionate kind Facilitator with background in fostering child/youth development through engaging activities and educational guidance. Known for strong communication skills, ability to build nurturing relationships with children of diverse backgrounds, and talent for creating environments that stimulate learning and growth.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Sewing Facilitator
City of Wanneroo
Wanneroo, WA
01.2024 - Current
- Facilitated 'learn to sew' group workshops in collaboration with the City of Wanneroo/Waste Education
- Developed training course using visual learning
- Teaching students a valued skill that can be used to support sustainability
Seamstress Designer
Self/Employed
Woodvale, WA
01.2009 - Current
- Designed custom garments based on client specifications and preferences.
- Assembled patterns and cut fabrics using industry-standard tools.
- Operated sewing machines to construct, alter, and repair clothing items.
- Collaborated with clients to select fabrics and styles for projects.
- Resolved sewing challenges by troubleshooting machine issues promptly.
- Implemented quality control measures to ensure garment integrity and fit.
- Ensured all products were completed accurately and efficiently within established timeframes.
- Inspected finished garments for quality assurance prior to packaging them for shipment.
Owner/Operator Sewing Facilitator
Self-Employed
Wangara, WA
01.2014 - 08.2024
- Provide sewing, textile and art workshops for children and adults
- Class attendance range 5 - 15
- Prepare and maintain classroom environment appropriate for safe, fun and friendly learning
- Promote and stimulate creativity
- Encourage student critical, creative and self-expressive thinking using a variety of textile art, sewing techniques and creative projects
- Differentiate instruction according to students skills and needs ie: special needs, autism, anxiety
- Teaching the skill of creative sewing which in turn develops self-confidence and mindfulness
- General operations required for a small business
Education
Cert 111 Property Management
REIWA
Perth, WA01-2022
Fashion & Textile
Swinburne University
Melbourne, VIC12-2009
Business Education
Tuarthill College
Perth, WA01-2000
Skills
- Highly motivated with a solid history of success working with children in a creative teaching environment
- strong emphasis on customer/student service and creating a productive, positive learning program
- A passion for teaching children new skills, expand their gifts and watch them flourish with achievements
Timeline
Sewing Facilitator
City of Wanneroo
01.2024 - Current
Owner/Operator Sewing Facilitator
Self-Employed
01.2014 - 08.2024
Seamstress Designer
Self/Employed
01.2009 - Current
Cert 111 Property Management
REIWA
Fashion & Textile
Swinburne University
Business Education
Tuarthill College
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