Kriston Baker
Burdell,QLD
Summary
Inspiring Professor brings advanced teaching skills and department leadership experience. Goal-oriented to advance department, improve teaching and modernize courses. Extensive background in research and university fundraising. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Course Instuctor
Royal Life Saving
04.2022 - 12.2022
- Worked with average of 10 participants per class.
- Drew upon teacher lead course teaching experience and advanced education to function as resource to faculty and students.
- Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
- Conducted on-going program assessment, enrollment and retention tracking.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Instructed up to 10 students individually and in groups on life saving subjects.
- Prepared assessments and written tests and quizzes to determine student comprehension.
- Demonstrated continued commitment to undergraduate teaching through participation in college community and professional development.
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
Lead Swim Instructor
Friends Health And Fitness
07.2021 - 11.2022
- Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
- Planned classes covering different ages and skill levels to prepare students for basic and advanced swimming needs.
- Took notes strengths and weaknesses of each child in class to track progress.
- Maintained control and safety of class and kept children in flotation always within arm's reach.
- Prepared equipment before each class class and stored items promptly after classes.
- Assisted in setting up pool deck, cleaning up public areas and closing pool in unsafe conditions.
- Taught five-program components for personal safety, water orientation and stroke development, water sports and games, rescue and personal growth.
- Informed site director of concerns regarding health and safety of swim students.
- Developed game plans and adjusted to meet various game situations.
- Helped run in-house required mock drills and monthly in-house training.
- Detailed factors such as weather, incidents and aid rendered in daily reports to management.
- Used teaching aids such as kickboards, diving rings and fins correctly to teach students.
Swim Instructor, Swim Supervisor
Jump Campbelltown/ Swim Experts
11.2018 - 12.2020
- Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
- Informed site director of concerns regarding health and safety of swim students.
- Helped run in-house required mock drills and monthly in-house training.
- Prepared equipment before each class class and stored items promptly after classes.
- Used teaching aids such as kickboards, diving rings and fins correctly to teach students.
- Assisted in setting up pool deck, cleaning up public areas and closing pool in unsafe conditions.
- Took notes strengths and weaknesses of each child in class to track progress.
- Detailed factors such as weather, incidents and aid rendered in daily reports to management.
- Planned classes covering different ages and skill levels to prepare students for basic and advanced swimming needs.
- Operated, cleaned and maintained pool water filtrations and water intake and outlet systems.
- Carefully observed people to monitor pool activities and member safety.
- Monitored pool area for violations and potential hazardous situations.
- Tested and maintained water quality through water test and documntation.
- Directed and oversaw maintenance records and incident reports.
- Opened and closed pool at designated hours of operation and made decisions for closing pool due to inappropriate chemical levels, inclement weather and low water temperature.
- Handled chemicals such as chlorine and celite to maintain safety and cleanliness quality standards of pool water.
Teacher Helper
Sackville Street PS
02.2008 - 12.2010
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Assisted teachers with supervision and care of group of 5 children.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Used behavior modeling and specialized teaching techniques to share and reinforce social skills.
- Prepared teaching materials and set up audio-visual equipment for lead teacher.
- Adhered to classroom protocols to keep areas clean, neat and organized.
- Cultivated core values such as kindness, respect, compassion and integrity within students.
- Responded to student needs and questions promptly.
Childcare Worker
Campbelltown City Council
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Promoted good behavior with positive reinforcement methods.
- Kept notes of behavior issues, food served and medications administered to children.
- Assisted children with putting on coats and cold-weather gear before going outside.
- Distributed food, napkins and beverages in preparation for snack time.
- Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
- Led children in creative, athletic and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.
- Consulted with families to discuss activities and behaviors of each child.
- Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.
- Created safe and engaging learning environment for groups of diverse children with various learning styles.
- Worked with children individually and in groups to teach social, communicative and problem-solving skills.
- Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.
- Helped children develop motor skills in preparation for preschool and kindergarten.
- Handled daily administrative tasks efficiently to minimize time away from children.
- Added daily log information to permanent records outlining observations, meals and any medications administered for acute or chronic conditions.
- Observed children to proactively identify issues with emotional or physical development and worked with parents and supervisors to address concerns.
Education
Certificate IV - Training And Assessment TAE 40116
NDA Training
Tasmania10.2022
HLTAID009 / SISCAQU002 CPR/ POOL RESCUES - CPR/ POOL RESCUES
Royal Life Saving
Tasmania09.2022
SISCAQU002/SISCAQU008/SISCAQU009/ SISCAQU010 - INSTRUCTSWIMMING STROKES/ INSTRUCT WATER SAFETY
Royal Life Saving
Tasmania06.2021
HLTAID001 / HLTAID002 / HLTAID003 - CPR / BASIC EMERGENCY LIFESUPPORT / FIRST AID
ROYAL LIFE SAVING
TASMANIA06.2021
Certificate III - 91269NSW Education Support - Teachers Aid (special
SOUTH WESTERN SYDNEY TAFE
Liverpool, NSW07.2009
Skills
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Performance Optimization Strategies
- Learning Management Interfaces
- Online Class Discussion
- Lesson Planning
- Inclusive Learning
- Standardized Testing
- Staff Development
- Interpersonal Relations
- Organization and Prioritization
- Special Instructions
- Knowledge in Area of Expertise
- Curriculum Development
camping
I enjoy to travel the great outdoors and seeing the beautiful sites of this great country.
Timeline
Course Instuctor
Royal Life Saving
04.2022 - 12.2022
Lead Swim Instructor
Friends Health And Fitness
07.2021 - 11.2022
Swim Instructor, Swim Supervisor
Jump Campbelltown/ Swim Experts
11.2018 - 12.2020
Teacher Helper
Sackville Street PS
02.2008 - 12.2010
Childcare Worker
Campbelltown City Council
01.2006 - 01.2008
Certificate IV - Training And Assessment TAE 40116
NDA Training
HLTAID009 / SISCAQU002 CPR/ POOL RESCUES - CPR/ POOL RESCUES
Royal Life Saving
SISCAQU002/SISCAQU008/SISCAQU009/ SISCAQU010 - INSTRUCTSWIMMING STROKES/ INSTRUCT WATER SAFETY
Royal Life Saving
HLTAID001 / HLTAID002 / HLTAID003 - CPR / BASIC EMERGENCY LIFESUPPORT / FIRST AID
ROYAL LIFE SAVING
Certificate III - 91269NSW Education Support - Teachers Aid (special
SOUTH WESTERN SYDNEY TAFE
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