Daniel Larcombe
Professional Tennis Coach and Teacher (Schools and Preschools)
Hallett Cove,SA
Summary
A passionate and energetic Professional Tennis Coach and Early Childhood Educator, with the ability to inspire students to commit to their personal goals in sport and education. Engaging children's interest and desire to learn with personality and humour. Professionally committed to teaching specific skills, while aiming to make learning fun. Setting very high standards of personal and professional fitness (currently leading the State Championship Race for my age group in Triathlon). Communication skills are of the highest level as an experienced Teacher, Children's Music Performer and Professional Tennis Coach. Coaching children from the youngest age, up to adult coaching is supported by a background in educational pedagogy. Ongoing success has come from discipline and the ability to work above the expectations of any job or position of employment. I love being part of a team and developing strong relationships with my colleagues, students and club mates.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher- Permanent Full Time
Department Of Education SA
Hallett Cove Karrara Kindergarten And Darlington , SA
01.2011 - Current
- Achieved role of "Lead Teacher"- highest possible Employment Step (Step 10) in The Department of Education, SA.
- This role, required me to work collaboratively and lead staff in our Kindergarten team in regards to planning, teaching and evaluating all educational programs.
- Planned, implemented and evaluated educational programs for Preschool aged children, in line with the Early Years Learning Framework of Australia and The National Numeracy and Literacy Indicators.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills to develop relationships of trust and positivity with families, and their children, in our care
- Developed and delivered highly engaging group lessons and play based experiences to educate a wide range of children with diverse needs.
Children's Music Entertainer
Daniel Larcombe (Music Business)
Adelaide, SA
01.2007 - 12.2018
- Set up Music Entertainment business; performing in Schools, Preschools, functions, festivals, The Festival Centre, Carclew Youth and Arts and Private shows such as Birthday Parties.
- Developed range of high energy musical ''Edutainment" shows to entertain, engage and educate children ranging from 2 to 12 years of age.
- Highly organised and efficient in administrative duties and particularly in promoting my business through a range of social media platforms and by advertising in schools and preschools.
Specialist Music Teacher- Permanent
Sunrise Christian Schools
Morphett Vale And Paradise Campuses, SA
01.2008 - 12.2011
- Planned and delivered highly engaging music education lessons for all Primary School year level classes in both schools.
- Raised the profile of music in both schools by organising and conducting performances at Assemblies and school concerts.
- Worked out of hours, to set up school worship band, teaching selected students to play instruments in a band environment and prepare them for school concerts.
- First teacher to ever be offered Permanency in this Music Specialist Teaching role within Sunrise Christian Schools.
Club Professional Tennis Coach
Seaview/ Seacombe Tennis Club
Seacombe Heights, SA
08.2000 - 12.2006
- On arrival, set personal and professional goals to rebuild the club, which saw it grow from only one Senior team in 2000, to 11 Senior Teams and 20 Junior Teams, 7 years later.
- In this time, served on committee as Head Club Coach and also Club Captain, using my position as Head Coach of Seaview High School Special Interest Tennis Program to form a strong alliance between Club and School.
- Developed a culture of excellence, passion for the game and coaching the fundamentals and advanced techniques for all standards of players.
- Planned and delivered specific, goal oriented lessons and sequential programs for group Club Coaching and Private lessons.
- Conducted elite tennis squads for my advanced State ranked juniors based on developing their strength, fitness, match play, tactics and specific drills to take their tennis games to the next level.
- Developed 4 of my top State ranked Juniors into tennis coaches by encouraging them to do their Level O coaching course and providing them with a career pathway into tennis coaching, through support and employment in my business.
- Developed the Club and my business through 7 years of Primary School visits where I planned, conducted and advertised tennis lessons using the Tennis SA- 'ACE', 'Kids in Clubs and "Hot shots' programs
Head Professional Tennis Coach
Seaview High School, Spec. Interest Tennis Program
Seacombe Heights, SA
07.2000 - 12.2006
- Planned and delivered daily group tennis lessons for students ranging from year 8 to year 11 in Special Interest Tennis Program.
- Effectively managed groups of students regarding behaviour, teamwork and passionate motivation to become better players and enjoy the game of tennis.
- Developed termly overviews for both practical and theoretical lessons.
- Encouraged and inspired students to play and practice at the club courts after hours and in turn, play for our Club and take up Professional Tennis coaching lessons and clinics run by my business.
Physical Education (PE) Specialist Teacher
Stella Maris Catholic Primary School
Seacombe Gardens, SA
07.2000 - 12.2004
- Won a Position of Responsibility to develop Physical Education and sports within the school.
- Planned, documented, delivered and evaluated sequential termly PE lesson overviews for children aged 5 to 10 years.
- Taught specific activities and skill building drills and games for a wide range of sports and fitness areas.
Professional Club Tennis Coach
Dover Square Tennis Club
Dover Square, SA
01.1991 - 12.1999
- Committed and passionate about Dover Square Tennis Club, playing from 7 years of age and started club coaching at 18
- Developed strong culture of performance, success, inclusivity and fun.
- Club Junior teams grew exponentially in tenure as Club Coach due to personal dedication and infectious love of tennis, endeavouring to pass this on to players of all abilities.
- Coached all Junior Club Coaching squads and private lessons.
- Built successful private coaching business that developed many players into State Tournament players and successful junior and senior club players
Education
Graduate Professional Tennis Coach - Professional Tennis Coaching
Australian Tennis Professional Coaches Association
ATPCANo Degree - Enrolled in The Junior Development Coaching Course
Tennis Australia
Tennis SABachelor of Early Childhood Education (BECE) - Education
University of South Australia
Magill, SA11.1998
Skills
- Time management skills
- Passionate Educator and Coach
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Played Division 1, number 1 for 3 clubs in SA Tennis
- Member of Champion of Champions Div 1 Team at Dover Square TC
- Member of Div 1 Winter Pennant Runner up team- Marion TC
- High level of Professional programming and reporting experience
- Highest level of organisation skills in business and teaching
- Determination and drive to reach personal and professional goals
- Successfully rebuilt Seaview/Seacombe Tennis Club from 1 Senior team to 14 Senior Teams and 20 Junior teams, within 6 years
- Highest Professional and personal standards to develop Team and club culture
References
Mr Kym Foot
Teacher and Co-ordinator
Seaview High School Special Interest Tennis Program
0419 859 575
Mr Luke Doughty
Tennis SA
0431 091 027 (personal- while on leave)
0481 900 442
Mrs Jacqui Schmidt
Director of Hallett Cove Karrara Kindergarten (2016- 2021)
0400 269 820
Mr Steven Beckley
Level 2 Professional Tennis Coach for 20 years
0403 909 300
Timeline
Preschool Teacher- Permanent Full Time
Department Of Education SA
01.2011 - Current
Specialist Music Teacher- Permanent
Sunrise Christian Schools
01.2008 - 12.2011
Children's Music Entertainer
Daniel Larcombe (Music Business)
01.2007 - 12.2018
Club Professional Tennis Coach
Seaview/ Seacombe Tennis Club
08.2000 - 12.2006
Head Professional Tennis Coach
Seaview High School, Spec. Interest Tennis Program
07.2000 - 12.2006
Physical Education (PE) Specialist Teacher
Stella Maris Catholic Primary School
07.2000 - 12.2004
Professional Club Tennis Coach
Dover Square Tennis Club
01.1991 - 12.1999
Graduate Professional Tennis Coach - Professional Tennis Coaching
Australian Tennis Professional Coaches Association
No Degree - Enrolled in The Junior Development Coaching Course
Tennis Australia
Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (BECE) - Education
University of South Australia
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