Declan Coffey
Hobart
Summary
Dynamic and adaptable educator with experience across professional placement opportunities. Skilled in classroom management and relationship building. Successfully implemented differentiated instruction strategies, enhancing student engagement and progress, providing feedback and data to support my findings. Proven ability to remain calm under pressure while fostering a positive learning environment for diverse learners.
Developed in depth people skills across hospitality and event roles, with extensive experience in people facing roles of all types.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Teacher
St. Michaels Collegiate Girls School
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Supported diverse learners with differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual needs and abilities.
- Promoted positive and productive learning environment to increase engagement and rapport with students and teachers.
- Created and implemented different learning activities to meet needs of different types of learners.
- Assisted in administering tests and other assessments to evaluate student progress.
- Worked primarily with the year 6 cohort, across three different classes, building rapport and relationships quickly to assist teaching and learning opportunities
- Participated in the bi-annual school camp. Here I was part of the duty of care team overseeing students as they undertook activities such as surfing, fire creation, hikes and cooking. This also involved a day trip in Hobart on a hike over Mt. Wellington.
Student Teacher
St. Therese Catholic School
05.2024 - 06.2024
- 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.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
- Worked Primarily with the year 3 classroom, however i engaged with the Kinder-year 2 classes sporadically throughout this placement
Student Teacher
Windermere Primary School
05.2025 - 07.2025
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behaviour, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
- Provided constructive feedback on student work, guiding them toward improvement while building their confidence in their abilities.
- Assisted with management of classroom rules, procedures and expectations to instill discipline and observance of conduct code.
- Undertook my GTPA during my placement at this location, requiring extensive assessment and planning in order to meet the requirements of the Masters of Teaching degree.
Bar Waiter
The Brick Factory - Salamanca
12.2023 - Current
- Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues promptly to preserve guest satisfaction.
- Communicated with guests to record orders and assess needs.
- Assisted in inventory management, tracking stock levels, and ordering supplies as needed.
- Anticipated guest needs and provided proactive service.
- Maintained a positive, professional demeanor even during high-pressure situations, promoting a team-oriented work environment.
Event Host / MC
Quiz Meisters
07.2023 - Current
- Adapted quickly to evolving client needs, integrating last-minute changes smoothly and maintaining high levels of guest satisfaction.
- Implemented innovative solutions to common event challenges, resulting in smoother operations and enhanced guest experiences.
- Developed creative marketing strategies to promote events, attracting new clients and expanding the business''s reach.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure all aspects of the event were effectively coordinated and executed on time.
- Hosted Events varying in size from 40 - 500 guests, and dealing with the different challenges that these events present
Education
Master of Education - Primary Education (E7G)
University of Tasmania
TAS07-2025
Bachelor of Commerce - Event Management / Public Relations
Curtin University
Perth, WA10-2020
Skills
- Deescalation skills and techniques
- Memory retention
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Strong multitasking
- Strong organizational skills
- Detail-oriented mindset
- Flexibility / Adaptability
- Ability to remain calm in high stress / pressure environments
Timeline
Student Teacher
Windermere Primary School
05.2025 - 07.2025
Student Teacher
St. Michaels Collegiate Girls School
07.2024 - 08.2024
Student Teacher
St. Therese Catholic School
05.2024 - 06.2024
Bar Waiter
The Brick Factory - Salamanca
12.2023 - Current
Event Host / MC
Quiz Meisters
07.2023 - Current
Master of Education - Primary Education (E7G)
University of Tasmania
Bachelor of Commerce - Event Management / Public Relations
Curtin University
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