Gerard Fitzsimon

Stafford,Queensland

Summary

Passionate and experienced educator with over 22 years of teaching and voluntary coaching experience, seeking to further my knowledge and career by pursuing a Master’s in Psychology. Dedicated to supporting students' mental and emotional well-being through evidence-based practices, with a keen interest in educational psychology and youth development.

Expertise in child psychology and exceptional interpersonal skills fostered a collaborative work environment and improved classroom management, contributing to a supportive and focused learning atmosphere. Exceptional rapport with students, parents and staff.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Retail Store Manager

Toys"R"Us

01.2000 - 01.2003

Coached employees and trained on methods for handling various aspects of sales, complicated issues, and difficult customers.
Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems, and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.

Education

Graduate Diploma - Psychology

University of New England

Armidale, NSW

Graduate Diploma in Psychology (Advanced) - Psychology

University of Adelaide

Adelaide, SA

12.2023

Skills

Child Psychology
Behaviour Analysis
Rapport Building
Interpersonal Skills Development

Behavior monitoring
Encouragement and Motivation
Family therapy
Adolescent psychology

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