James Tucker
Gordon
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at NSW Rugby, adept in team management and strategic planning. Excelled in enhancing athlete performance and fostering team unity, leveraging motivational leadership and sports psychology. Achieved significant improvements in competitive skills through innovative coaching techniques.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
PDHPE Teacher
Gateway Community High
03.2023 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Head Coach - Sydney Junior Rugby Union
NSW Rugby
03.2024 - Current
- Developed athletes'' skills through personalized coaching, resulting in higher individual achievements.
- Organized and led practices and scrimmages to increase competitive attitude and skills.
- Maintained strong relationships with athletes, parents, and administrators for program support and success.
NSW Waratahs Academy - Head Coach (Sydney West)
NSW Rugby
09.2024 - Current
- Developed athletes'' skills through personalized coaching, resulting in higher individual achievements.
- Organized and led practices and scrimmages to increase competitive attitude and skills.
- Maintained strong relationships with athletes, parents, and school administrators for program support and success.
- Fostered a positive team environment with clear communication and motivational techniques.
- Improved team performance by implementing effective training programs and strategies.
Gordon Women's - Head Coach
Gordon Rugby Union
10.2023 - Current
- Developed athletes'' skills through personalized coaching, resulting in higher individual achievements.
- Organized and led practices and scrimmages to increase competitive attitude and skills.
- Fostered a positive team environment with clear communication and motivational techniques.
Operations Manager
SwimRight
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
Development Officer - NSW Rugby Union
NSW Rugby
01.2019 - 10.2021
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align fundraising efforts with organizational goals and objectives.
- Streamlined internal processes for improved efficiency in prospect research, donor management, and event planning.
Rugby Coach
Pymble Ladies College
01.2018 - Current
- Improved team performance by developing and implementing comprehensive training programs.
- Increased player motivation through the establishment of clear objectives, expectations, and regular feedback sessions.
- Fostered a strong team culture with effective communication techniques for better on-field cooperation and understanding.
Club Coach - Lindfield Junior Rugby Club
Lindfield Junior Rugby Club
01.2024 - Current
- Promoted a sense of pride in representing the club at competitions through adherence to high standards of decorum both on and off the field.
- Assisted in the recruitment process by identifying talented athletes, conducting tryouts, and evaluating potential additions to the team.
- Boosted athlete confidence and motivation through positive reinforcement and recognition of achievements.
- Facilitated goal-setting sessions with athletes to help them establish clear objectives for personal development and progress within the sport.
Education
Masters of Secondary Teaching
Western Sydney University
Sydney, NSW04-2026
Skills
- Team management
- Training and coaching
- Recruiting
- Motivational leadership style
- Player evaluation
- Team bonding
- Physical and endurance training
- Coaching meetings
- Strategic planning
- Athlete safety
- Team budgeting
- Sports psychology
Timeline
NSW Waratahs Academy - Head Coach (Sydney West)
NSW Rugby
09.2024 - Current
Head Coach - Sydney Junior Rugby Union
NSW Rugby
03.2024 - Current
Club Coach - Lindfield Junior Rugby Club
Lindfield Junior Rugby Club
01.2024 - Current
Gordon Women's - Head Coach
Gordon Rugby Union
10.2023 - Current
PDHPE Teacher
Gateway Community High
03.2023 - Current
Operations Manager
SwimRight
01.2021 - 05.2022
Development Officer - NSW Rugby Union
NSW Rugby
01.2019 - 10.2021
Rugby Coach
Pymble Ladies College
01.2018 - Current
Masters of Secondary Teaching
Western Sydney University
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