Daniel Swift
DOB: 31/05/1998
Summary
I am 26 year old high-energy individual who enjoys the outdoors, exercising and promoting positivity & growth for all individuals.
As I enter my final year of a Bachelor of Education (Secondary), I bring hands-on experience as a Student Support Officer at Hallet Cove School. In this role, I’ve supported students with diverse needs, including dyslexia, ADHD, anxiety, and autism, and assist in organising and running a Learning Hub & Regulation Space where I assist learning and students in developing self-regulation strategies. My focus is on creating inclusive, engaging learning environments that promote both academic success and emotional resilience. I am passionate about tailoring learning to meet individual needs and fostering a positive, supportive culture where all students can thrive.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Support Officer
Education Department
02.2024 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with community organizations to connect students with relevant external support services when needed.
- Reduced dropout rates by closely monitoring attendance records, reaching out to absentees in a timely manner to offer assistance.
- Acted as a liaison between students facing disciplinary issues and school administrators, providing guidance towards constructive resolutions.
- Collaborated with faculty members to identify at-risk students and develop personalized intervention plans for academic success.
Pre-Service Teacher
Christies Beach High-School
07.2024 - 09.2024
- Planned and delivered engaging lessons aligned with the secondary curriculum, catering to a range of student abilities and learning styles.
- Managed classroom behavior using positive reinforcement strategies, ensuring a productive and inclusive learning environment.
- Developed and implemented differentiated learning activities to support diverse student needs, including students with learning disabilities.
- Collaborated with mentor teachers to assess student progress and provide constructive feedback.
- Integrated technology into lessons to enhance student engagement and facilitate interactive learning experiences.
- Assisted in extracurricular activities and supported the broader school community through participation in school events and programs.
Duty Manager
Endeavour
02.2024 - Current
- Managed staff scheduling for optimal coverage, ensuring efficient operations during peak hours.
- Trained employees in essential job functions.
- Mentored and supported junior staff members to apply best practices and follow procedures.
- Supervised and coordinated team to provide guidance and support and maximize performance.
Assistant Manager
Seacliff Beach Hotel | ALH/Woolworths Group
08.2020 - 02.2024
- Trained incoming staff on restaurant's practices, culture and procedures to maximize job satisfaction and productivity
- Monitored dining rooms for seating availability as well as service, safety and well-being of guests
- Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest
- Modernized and improved operational procedures to increase efficiency and profitability while tightly controlling costs such as labor and preventing waste
- Used customer service skills and an analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty
- Handled and counted cash upwards of $90,000
- Worked hard to ensure customers have a safe environment as well as experiencing the best service possible
- Stocking orders for a large venue
- Monitoring staff hours and sending payroll off at the end of each week.
Pre-Service Teacher
Seaford Secondary School
05.2023 - 12.2023
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Assisted with management of classroom rules, procedures and expectations to instill discipline and observance of conduct code.
- Cultivated positive & professional relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Promoted positive and productive learning environment to increase engagement and rapport with students and teachers.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
- Engaged in Berry Street Education professional learning course.
Labourer
BAE Frames / Hickinbotham
03.2021 - 03.2022
- Gathered and disposed of worksite debris to remove safety hazards.
- Measured dimensions of finished pieces for conformance to specifications.
- Maintained and repaired facilities, equipment and tools.
- Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
- Safely and efficiently carried heavy objects.
Bar, Food and Gaming room attendant
ALH Group
11.2018 - 08.2020
- Gained exceptional knowledge in alcohol drinks such as wines, spirits and beers and the ability to suggest drinks when asked
- Knowledge and experience in cocktail making
- Bar hygiene and cleaning, as well as ensuring the bar is set and organized for opening and closing
- Customer communication skills and conflict resolution
- Took customer orders and capitalized on opportunities to sell special beverage and food options
- Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots and other equipment.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Secondary School Teaching
Flinders University
South Australia12.2025
SACE - Year 12 South Australia -
Brighton Secondary School
2016
Skills
- Leadership Qualities
- Student-Centered Support
- Emotional Regulation and Resilience Building
- Learning Disabilities Support
- Classroom Management
- Respectful and Professional
- Motivated with a Growth Mindset
- Committed and Organised
Certification
- First Aid Training - Renewed 2024
- First Aid in an Educational Setting
- RSA Training
- Responsible Persons badge
- Driver's License C class
- RRHAN-EC Fundamentals Course
- RRHAN-EC Masterclass Course
- Working With Children Check
Timeline
Pre-Service Teacher
Christies Beach High-School
07.2024 - 09.2024
Student Support Officer
Education Department
02.2024 - Current
Duty Manager
Endeavour
02.2024 - Current
Pre-Service Teacher
Seaford Secondary School
05.2023 - 12.2023
Labourer
BAE Frames / Hickinbotham
03.2021 - 03.2022
Assistant Manager
Seacliff Beach Hotel | ALH/Woolworths Group
08.2020 - 02.2024
Bar, Food and Gaming room attendant
ALH Group
11.2018 - 08.2020
SACE - Year 12 South Australia -
Brighton Secondary School
Bachelor of Education - Secondary School Teaching
Flinders University
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