Melanie Mayer
Sydney,NSW
Summary
I am a confident and proficient teacher with extensive experience in teaching, coaching and working with K – 12 students, University Students and Adults. Through specialising in teaching PDHPE, Sport and Music I was required to coach and manage large groups of children for school camps, carnivals and competitive tournaments including music tours, waterpolo competitions and coaching, netball tours and school carnivals.
I have successfully written and implemented a diverse range of programs, and regularly use reporting systems. I understand the need for great communication, excellent organisational skills, discretion and working as part of a team and for large organisations. I quickly adapt to new environments and procedures.
In addition to my teaching and coaching career I have set up and run a successful high school canteen and catering business. This experience extended my skill set to include event management, meeting clients needs while increasing revenue by driving sales. Committed to top-tier customer service and upholding a professional and accommodating attitude.
Career Highlights
- Coached and conducted my Chamber Choir group to a top award in the International Pacific Basin Music Festival in Hawaii, bringing international recognition to my school and my group.
- Coached the Senior Girls School Waterpolo Team where they won GOLD in the NSWCCC Carnival for the first time ever.
- Successfully procured and delivered a new style cafe/ canteen within a set budget for Marist Sisters' College, Woolwich. I ran this business for 3 years, achieving a profitable income for the school and extended the initial requirements by incorporating catering for school events and functions.
- Consistently demonstrated my adaptability, developed my transferable skills by pushing myself to take on new challenges while successfully delivering across a diverse range of organisations and industries.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher Supervisor
Motiv8 Fitness And Training
10.2023 - Current
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Waterpolo Coach
St Andrews Cathedral School
09.2023 - Current
- Utilized positive communication to encourage team and promote integrity and respect.
- Collaborated with other coaches to create and execute training and game plans.
- Monitored team practices to establish high level of performance.
- Encouraged everyone to cultivate strong work ethic by demonstrating diligence, patience, and respect for others.
Teacher
Loreto
01.2014 - Current
- Loreto Kirribilli. Classroom teacher, PDHPE specialist and Music specialist and Responsible for implementing specialised programs and classroom programs for years K-6.
- Loreto Normanhurst. Classroom teacher, PDHPE specialist and Sport teacher Years 5 - Yr10.
- Actively supervised and contributed to the management of whole school sporting events.
- Experience teaching Waterpolo, Bronze Medallion and running school Carnivals.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, department heads and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
Waterpolo Coach and Manager
NSW/ UTS Balmain
01.2014 - Current
- Coach and Manager of multiple Waterpolo Teams for UTS Balmain resulting in many major and minor premierships in both Club and State Titles for M12, W12, M14, W14. W6.
- Junior Development Coach. Ages 8 to 13. Successfully growing the squad to be the largest junior intake for the club at the time.
- National Table Official, performing reliable, accurate and technical duties at National events, including AYC Perth and AYC Brisbane. NSC Sydney, and Canberra.
- National State Manager for Waratah's U18's Mens team 2023.
- Utilized positive communication to encourage team and promote integrity and respect.
- Collaborated with other coaches to create and execute game plans.
- Monitored team practices to establish high level of performance.
- Encouraged everyone to cultivate strong work ethic by demonstrating diligence, patience, and respect for others.
- Officiated at prestigious sporting events, games, or competitions to maintain standards of fair play and verify observed game rules.
- Resolved staff and club member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
Waterpolo Conveynor
Combined Catholic Schools
10.2022 - 04.2023
- Liaised with school staff, pool staff and referees to support coordinating duties and running multiple games simultaneously.
- Successfully convened multiple schools round robin carnival.
- Determine and implement setup specifications.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Followed policies, procedures, continuous quality improvement objectives and safety and environmental practices to promote workplace efficiency.
Teacher
Marist Sisters' College
04.1997 - 08.2010
- PDHPE, Sport and Music Teacher – Stages 4, 5 and 6 (including Music Extension) Special Education classes College Chamber Choir Director and Conductor, Musical administrator, HSC and community performances.
- Integrated and Representative Sports Teacher/Coach - Waterpolo, Cross Country/ Athletics, Netball, Volleyball, Swimming
Assistant Director for Outdoor Education
NSW Department Of Education
01.1995 - 03.1997
- Facilitated and implemented Outdoor Education Programs to a variety of school groups and holiday groups.
- Conducted overnight camping and hiking expeditions with school groups.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts
Talented Athlete Program Liaison Officer
NSW Department Of Education
01.1995 - 03.1997
- Facilitated and Liaised between internal and external departments for Elite Sporting Groups including Waterpolo, Netball, Athletics and Corporate groups.
- Facilitator and Instructor of World Junior Athletics
Owner/Operator Cafe Manager
Self-employed
02.2009 - 09.2012
- Design and project manage installation of new commercial kitchen
- Manager/ Owner, Sales, Front of house, Stocktake, Orders, Marketing, Promotions, Bookkeeping, Data Entry, Employer, Catering and Function Coordinator.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions
Education
Referee And Table Official - Waterpolo Referee Course
Balmain
No Degree - First Aid/ CPR
The Australian Resuscitation Council
No Degree - Fitness Instructor
Achper
07.2000
Certificate IV Small Business Management - Retail
Ryde Tafe
Ryde12.1998
Bachelor of Education - Music Teacher Education
Newcastle University And Conservatorium of Music
Newcastle, NSW12.1994
Skills
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Sports Fundamentals
- Reliable and Responsible
- Training and Development
- Planning and Coordination
- Organization and Time Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Excellent Communication Self-Motivated
- First Aid & CPR
- Student-Centered Learning
- Performance Assessment
Timeline
Teacher Supervisor
Motiv8 Fitness And Training
10.2023 - Current
Waterpolo Coach
St Andrews Cathedral School
09.2023 - Current
Waterpolo Conveynor
Combined Catholic Schools
10.2022 - 04.2023
Teacher
Loreto
01.2014 - Current
Waterpolo Coach and Manager
NSW/ UTS Balmain
01.2014 - Current
Owner/Operator Cafe Manager
Self-employed
02.2009 - 09.2012
Teacher
Marist Sisters' College
04.1997 - 08.2010
Assistant Director for Outdoor Education
NSW Department Of Education
01.1995 - 03.1997
Talented Athlete Program Liaison Officer
NSW Department Of Education
01.1995 - 03.1997
Referee And Table Official - Waterpolo Referee Course
Balmain
No Degree - First Aid/ CPR
The Australian Resuscitation Council
No Degree - Fitness Instructor
Achper
Certificate IV Small Business Management - Retail
Ryde Tafe
Bachelor of Education - Music Teacher Education
Newcastle University And Conservatorium of Music
Hobbies/ Interests
Car, Bus, Boat and Riders Licence
Actively play Women's Waterpolo.
Playing piano, painting, reading, movies, puzzles.
Live an active lifestyle, Walking, gym, swimming and play competitive waterpolo.
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