Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Outdoor Qualifications
Awards
References
Hobbies and Interests
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Pradeep Gopal

Eildon,VIC

Summary

A highly motivated individual with excellent experience in teaching; time management and motivational skills; an effective team leader with an ability to effectively manage and increase productivity within the team; possesses the ability to work with minimal supervision and is equipped with exemplary organisational skills; excellent interpersonal skills and is able to communicate and collaborate effectively with co-workers from all level Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Outdoor Educator

OEG
04.2022 - Current
  • Facilitated multi-day expeditions for groups of students ranging from 5 days to 10days for elementary school age through high school level participants.
  • Enhanced outdoor educational experiences by developing and implementing diverse lesson plans.
  • Provided constructive feedback to fellow educators through regular peer evaluations aimed at improving instructional quality across the entire team of instructors.
  • Utilized experiential learning models to create memorable lessons that connected students with nature and instilled a lifelong appreciation for the outdoors.
  • Supported the development of strong leadership skills among students by guiding them through challenges that required teamwork, problem-solving, and personal growth.
  • Managed inventory of program supplies and equipment, maintaining optimal working conditions
  • Supervised camper activities to address behavioural issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity.
  • Tailored instruction to meet individual student needs, fostering an inclusive environment that encouraged participation from learners with diverse backgrounds and abilities.
  • Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and maintain safety.
  • Kept athletic and games equipment and facilities organized and maintained.
  • Kept track of allergies and dietary restrictions, verifying correct meals and snacks were given to campers.
  • Provided feedback and guidance to program participants regarding progress and development.
  • Assisted in recruitment and hiring of new recreation staff.
  • Boosted student engagement through hands-on activities, such as backpacking,canoeing,cycling,bushwalking, wilderness survival skills, orienteering, and team building exercises.
  • Increased overall program effectiveness by working closely with other educators to implement interdisciplinary outdoor education curricula.
  • Promoted student safety and well-being during outdoor adventures by maintaining up-to-date certifications in first aid, CPR, and wilderness medicine.

Outdoor Educator (RPL) Grade II

Outward Bound of Hong Kong
07.2018 - 07.2020

    • Sea Kayak Instructor for Children's Courses Age group 8 to 17years and Corporate courses for adults, which involve both centre based and Expedition based ranging from 5days to 21days
    • Enhanced outdoor educational experiences by developing and implementing diverse lesson plans focused on environmental awareness and conservation.
    • Boosted student engagement through hands-on activities, such as Sea kayaking,backpacking,rock climbing,challenge ropes course wilderness survival skills, orienteering, and team building exercises.
    • Increased overall program effectiveness by working closely with other educators to design and implement interdisciplinary outdoor education curricula.
    • Promoted student safety and well-being during outdoor adventures by maintaining up-to-date certifications in first aid, CPR, and wilderness medicine.
    • Supported students'' emotional growth by fostering a positive environment that encouraged open communication, self-reflection, and personal responsibility.
    • Empowered students to become environmental stewards through community service projects focused on habitat restoration and trail maintenance.
    • Improved student retention rates in outdoor education programs by designing engaging activities tailored to various learning styles and abilities.
    • Evaluated student progress using formative assessments, adjusting instruction strategies as needed to ensure consistent academic growth.
    • Provided constructive feedback to fellow educators through regular peer evaluations aimed at improving instructional quality across the entire team of instructors.
    • Facilitated multi-day Sea Kayak expeditions for groups of students ranging from elementary school age through high school level participants and open enrollment for adults.
    • Conducted risk assessments and developed contingency plans to address potential hazards during outdoor activities, ensuring the safety of all participants.
    • Utilized experiential learning models to create memorable lessons that connected students with nature and instilled a lifelong appreciation for the outdoors.
    • Supported the development of strong leadership skills among students by guiding them through challenges that required teamwork, problem-solving, and personal growth.
    • Tailored instruction to meet individual student needs, fostering an inclusive environment that encouraged participation from learners with diverse backgrounds and abilities.
    • Supervised camper activities to address behavioural issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity.
    • Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and maintain safety.
    • Resolved conflicts that arose between campers by listening to complaints and finding appropriate solutions.
    • Kept athletic and games equipment and facilities organized and maintained.
    • Developed and monitored safety policies and procedures to facilitate safety of participants.
    • Kept track of allergies and dietary restrictions, verifying correct meals and snacks were given to campers.
    • Planned weekly activities schedule for assigned group and facilitated smooth transitions for on-time arrival.
    • Provided feedback and guidance to program participants regarding progress and development.
    • Prepared reports for management regarding status and progress of recreational activities.
    • Trained staff members on conducting events and following safety procedures.

Senior Outdoor Educator

Learning With Dragonfly Hong Kong
08.2016 - 05.2018
  • Enhanced outdoor educational experiences by developing and implementing diverse lesson plans focused on social emotional learning .
  • Boosted student engagement through hands-on activities, such as Sea Kayaking, Snorkelling, SUP, Rock Climbing, Coasteering, Canyoning ,Hiking, wilderness survival skills, orienteering, and team building exercises.
  • Increased overall program effectiveness by working closely with other educators to design and implement interdisciplinary outdoor education curricula.
  • Promoted student safety and well-being during outdoor adventures by maintaining up-to-date certifications in first aid, CPR, and wilderness medicine.
  • Supported students'' emotional growth by fostering a positive environment that encouraged open communication, self-reflection, and personal responsibility.

Outdoor Educator Freelancer

Youreka
11.2014 - 06.2016
  • Leading children's programme /School and Summer camps
  • Boosted student engagement through hands-on activities, such as backpacking,wilderness survival skills,orienteering,rock climbing and team building exercises.
  • Enhanced outdoor educational experiences by developing and implementing diverse lesson plans focused on environmental awareness and conservation.
  • Promoted student safety and well-being during outdoor adventures by maintaining up-to-date certifications in first aid, CPR, and wilderness medicine.
  • Supported students'' emotional growth by fostering a positive environment that encouraged open communication, self-reflection, and personal responsibility.

Outdoor Educator Freelancer

Inme
04.2014 - 06.2016
  • Boosted student engagement through hands-on activities, such as rock climbing,ropes course ,wilderness survival skills, orienteering, and team building exercises.
  • Supervised camper activities to address behavioural issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity.
  • Promoted student safety and well-being during outdoor adventures by maintaining up-to-date certifications in first aid, CPR, and wilderness medicine.
  • Supported students'' emotional growth by fostering a positive environment that encouraged open communication, self-reflection, and personal responsibility.
  • Utilized experiential learning models to create memorable lessons that connected students with nature and instilled a lifelong appreciation for the outdoors.

ODI/Facilitator(Freelancer)

Shristi Adventure Consultants
02.2015 - 02.2016
  • Facilitated corporate OBT's
  • Conducted activities like Rock Climbing, Ropes course, Wilderness craft, Nature studies and Backpacking
  • Increased participant engagement by incorporating interactive activities and group discussions into sessions.
  • Delivered high-quality training sessions, ensuring participants developed a thorough understanding of the subject matter.
  • Contributed to improved team performance by facilitating workshops on communication, collaboration, and problem-solving techniques.

Liaison Officer

Indian Mountaineering Foundation
10.2015 - 11.2015
  • Indo USA Alpine mountaineering to Mt Shivling 6543 meters

Trek Leader/Manager Operations Full Time

Indiahikes
11.2012 - 03.2014
  • Lead about 26 client groups on High Altitude Treks(2500meters to 6200meters)
  • Managed operations End to End
  • Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop leadership skills and advance their careers within the organization.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and partners, securing favourable terms that aligned with business requirements.
  • Reduced operational expenses by implementing cost-effective solutions and proactively monitoring budgetary allocation.
  • Assisted with new hire processing and existing training programs.
  • Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
  • Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.

Guest Instructor Freelancer

Guru Freddy's Nature study and Adventure Academy
01.2012 - 11.2012
  • Rock Climbing, Rappelling,Basic knots, First Aid, Cave exploration, Map Reading, Night navigation and outdoor cooking
  • Personality development activities
  • Nature Studies
  • Team building activities.

Internship / Trek Leader Freelancer

Bangalore Mountaineering Club
10.2011 - 12.2011
    • Lead day hikes for corporate clients
    • Lead Multi day(2to3) Hiking trips for schools and Corporate clients
    • Open Enrollment hiking trips Locally
    • Managed Logistics

Education

PGDHRM - Human Resources Management

Karnataka State Open University
India
01.2011

Masters in Social Work - Psychiatric Social Work

CMR IMS College
India
01.2009

BA - History,Economics,Political Science

St Joseph's Arts And Science College
India
01.2006

Skills

  • Team Leadership
  • Effective Communication
  • Recreational Program Planning
  • Youth Behavior Management
  • Activity Planning

Outdoor Qualifications

  • ACA LEVEL3 Costal kayaking Trip Leader February 2020
  • Rescue 3 Rope Operator (International 2018)
  • WMI WAFA 2018 valid until 2021
  • Mountain Medicine (WFR) IMF/UIAA 2016
  • Alpine Mountaineering Leadership Training Program Climbathon IMF/UIAA 2015
  • Alpine Training Camp Climbathon IMF/UIAA 2014
  • Leave no trace trainer NOLS 2014
  • NOLS Certified Leader in Wilderness Education (International Diploma In Wilderness Education Trip leader India 2014)
  • Wilderness First Responder from NOLS Wilderness Medical Institute 2014
  • Basic Water Sports Course from Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute of Mountaineering and Allied Sports Manali (2013)
  • Advance Mountaineering Course from Himalayan Mountaineering Institute Darjeeling with 'A' grade (2012)
  • Basic Mountaineering Course from Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute of Mountaineering and Allied Sports Manali (2011)

Awards

  • NCC 'C Certificate with A Grade
  • Rajyapuraskar Scout
  • Rashtrapathi Scout

References

  • Law Kwok Ping, +852 97547106, ping@outwardbound.org.hk, Outward Bound of Hong Kong, Head of Staffing and Development
  • Nur Adilah Syed Ali, +852 21118917, adilah.s@learnwithdragonfly.com, Learning with Dragonfly Hong Kong, Director of Programs

Hobbies and Interests

  • Adventure Photography
  • Rock-climbing
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Sea Kayaking

Timeline

Senior Outdoor Educator

OEG
04.2022 - Current

Outdoor Educator (RPL) Grade II

Outward Bound of Hong Kong
07.2018 - 07.2020

Senior Outdoor Educator

Learning With Dragonfly Hong Kong
08.2016 - 05.2018

Liaison Officer

Indian Mountaineering Foundation
10.2015 - 11.2015

ODI/Facilitator(Freelancer)

Shristi Adventure Consultants
02.2015 - 02.2016

Outdoor Educator Freelancer

Youreka
11.2014 - 06.2016

Outdoor Educator Freelancer

Inme
04.2014 - 06.2016

Trek Leader/Manager Operations Full Time

Indiahikes
11.2012 - 03.2014

Guest Instructor Freelancer

Guru Freddy's Nature study and Adventure Academy
01.2012 - 11.2012

Internship / Trek Leader Freelancer

Bangalore Mountaineering Club
10.2011 - 12.2011

PGDHRM - Human Resources Management

Karnataka State Open University

Masters in Social Work - Psychiatric Social Work

CMR IMS College

BA - History,Economics,Political Science

St Joseph's Arts And Science College

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