Sian Evans
Nimbin,NSW
Summary
Enthusiastic and flexible, I have had the opportunity to work in a variety jobs and have gained many different skills because of this. No matter what the role and responsibilities I have always strived to be professional, reliable and creative. I believe in respect and collaboration whether that be in a leadership role or part of a team.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Laundrette Manager
Nimbin Laundromat
Nimbin, NSW
02.2022 - Current
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
Mother
Self-employed
Nimbin, NSW
02.2006 - Current
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
Secondary Teacher
Nimbin Central School
Nimbin, NSW
05.2014 - 11.2021
- Implemented and trained teachers and students to the Peer Support Program to foster positive relationships and mentoring skills.
- Year Advisor providing students with pastoral care from Year 7 and fostering a deep connection with parents/caregivers.
- Was team leader in a variety of programs that focused on student wellbeing - The 4C's, Visible Learning, House interactive days,
- Designed and organised Wellbeing Day, Kindy - Year 12, providing a variety of activities and guests with deep engagement on wellbeing and positive talk.
- Wrote and directed whole school performances and established a lunchtime Drama Club.
- Explored and implemented innovative use of technology in language education.
- Supplied supplemental, one-to-one teaching instruction for at-risk or struggling students.
- Created engaging and dynamic lessons with emphasis on improving students' written and verbal communication skills.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Maintained accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies and administrative regulations.
Barista Shift Lead
Phoenix Rising Cafe
Nimbin, NSW
10.2012 - 02.2014
- Handled and resolved customer issues and complaints with professionalism and tact to drive customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Created superlative coffeehouse experience through customer service, beverage preparation and presentation, in-store marketing and thorough cleanliness and sanitation of space.
English Teacher
Cheltenham Girls High
Sydney, NSW
10.2003 - 02.2007
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Built learning and citizenship skills to help with personal growth in addition to increasing academic knowledge.
English Teacher
Normanhurst Selective School
Sydney, NSW, NSW
01.2003 - 10.2003
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
Secondary Teacher
Blayney High School
Blayney, NSW
01.2000 - 12.2002
- Established a successful Drama program and space
- Organised and directed school performances with strong community involvement.
- Worked with student requiring extra attention to design and implement remedial programs.
- Communicated with peers, colleagues, administrators and parents to meet and exceed teaching goals.
Small Business Owner
Self-employed
Dublin, Ireland, Ireland
07.1997 - 12.1999
- Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
- Oversaw long-term planning, staff hiring and training, and procedure development as part of business operations.
- Coached and mentored employees through effective recruitment, hiring and goal setting methods.
- Provided exceptional customer service to customers, increasing customer loyalty.
- Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.
- Assisted with marketing strategy creation and advertising initiatives to better promote facility to public.
- Devised processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Literature, Theatre, History, Creative Writing
Charles Sturt University
Bathurst, NSWDiploma of Education - English, Drama
University of Sydney
Sydney, NSW11.1993
Skills
- Collaboration
- Conflict Resolution
- Customer Service
- Educational Leadership
- Immersive Activities
- Professional Development
Timeline
Laundrette Manager
Nimbin Laundromat
02.2022 - Current
Secondary Teacher
Nimbin Central School
05.2014 - 11.2021
Barista Shift Lead
Phoenix Rising Cafe
10.2012 - 02.2014
Mother
Self-employed
02.2006 - Current
English Teacher
Cheltenham Girls High
10.2003 - 02.2007
English Teacher
Normanhurst Selective School
01.2003 - 10.2003
Secondary Teacher
Blayney High School
01.2000 - 12.2002
Small Business Owner
Self-employed
07.1997 - 12.1999
Bachelor of Arts - Literature, Theatre, History, Creative Writing
Charles Sturt University
Diploma of Education - English, Drama
University of Sydney
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