Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Timeline
AVAILABILITY
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Freya Byrne

HIGHTON

Summary

I am a dedicated and approachable invidual with a strong work ethic and a commitment to personal growth through constructive feedback. I have exceptional communication skills which foster positive interactions, particularly with young children, developing this through daily engagement with younger siblings. I have proven leadership abilities, demonstrated as Vice House Captain in Calvert at Geelong College and as the First Girls Basketball Captain, showcasing effective group management and the capacity to thrive under pressure. I am passionate about creating supportive environments that encourage teamwork and development.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Basketball Coach

Wyndham Basketball Association
04.2025 - 06.2025
  • Developed practice plans to enhance player skills and team performance.
  • Coordinated warm up sessions, ensuring effective drills and skill development activities.
  • Coached during games, ensuring all players felt welcome, proud of themselves, and encouraged at all times.

Cafe Staff Member

Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie and Ice Creamery
04.2022 - 09.2023
  • Operation of the POS
  • Scooping ice-cream and making desserts
  • Clearing and cleaning tables
  • Recipient of Employee of the Month Award in recognition of my positive attitude and excellent customer service
  • Was trusted to work in the Kiosk outside by myself and serve ice-cream and some desserts to customers.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by engaging with patrons and addressing inquiries promptly.
  • Collaborated with team members to enhance workflow efficiency during peak service hours, such as summer days and weekends.
  • Supported training of new staff on operational procedures and customer engagement techniques effectively.

Surf Lifesaver

Surf Lifesaving Watersafety and Patrol
06.2021 - 06.2023

Qualifications:

  • SRC certificate
  • Surf Bronze Medallion
  • Pool Bronze Medallion
  • First-aid and CPR


  • Team building
  • Volunteering
  • Educated patrons on water safety rules and guidelines effectively.
  • Maintained equipment, ensuring readiness for immediate response during shifts.
  • Ensured swimmer safety by vigilantly monitoring the beach area and enforcing rules.

Babysitting

01.2022 - Current
  • Created an enjoyable atmosphere during babysitting sessions through storytelling, games, and music.
  • Developed strong bonds with families, resulting in long-term relationships and repeat babysitting opportunities.
  • Developed strong rapport with families, leading to numerous referrals for additional babysitting opportunities.
  • Built trust with both parents and children by consistently demonstrating professionalism, punctuality, and dependability throughout each babysitting assignment.

Education

The Geelong College

Skills

  • Strong verbal communication
  • Effective time management
  • Cleanliness maintenance
  • Food safety
  • Food preparation
  • Cash handling proficiency
  • POS system operation
  • Team collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Friendly and outgoing

Accomplishments

  • APS School girls Basketball Captain -2025
  • The Geelong College Calvert Vice-House Captain- 2025
  • Pool Bronze Medallion- 2023
  • Surf Bronze Medallion- 2022-PRESENT
  • Lifesaving Victoria Leadership Development Camp-2022(Invite only)
  • Academic Merit Award(top 10% in Cohort) Australian History and Philosophy and Religion- 2022
  • THe Geelong College Gold Endeavour Academic Award-2020 and 2021
  • Surf Rescue Certificate- 2020
  • Richard Marles Leadership Award-2019
  • Lions Club of Geelong Leadership Scholarship-2019

Timeline

Basketball Coach

Wyndham Basketball Association
04.2025 - 06.2025

Cafe Staff Member

Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie and Ice Creamery
04.2022 - 09.2023

Babysitting

01.2022 - Current

Surf Lifesaver

Surf Lifesaving Watersafety and Patrol
06.2021 - 06.2023

The Geelong College

AVAILABILITY

I will be available after my final Year 12 VCE exam, which is on the 6th of October. I will not be available from the 28th of November to the 3rd of December, or the 3rd of January to the 11th of January. I am however, happy and willing to work on Christmas Eve, weekends, all public holidays, and any other days. 

Awards

APS School Basketball Captain - 2025, The Geelong College Calvert House Vice Captain -2025, Pool Bronze Medallion -2023, Surf Bronze Medallion -2022-present, Lifesaving Victoria Leadership Development Camp -2022 (invite only), Academic Merit Award (Top 10% in the year) for Australian History and Philosophy and Religion -2022, TGC Gold Endeavour Academic Award -2021, TGC Gold Endeavour Academic Award - 2020, SRC Certificate - 2020, Richard Marles Leadership Award -2019, Lions Club of Geelong Leadership Scholarship -2019.

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