Stephen McWilliams
Gunn
Summary
With a distinguished career at Northern Territory Police Force, I excel in conflict de-escalation and community engagement, showcasing integrity and effective communication. My achievements include mentoring officers and fostering community trust, underpinned by expertise in criminal law and defensive tactics. I bring a proven track record of enhancing public safety and fostering educational success across various roles.
Education professional with strong commitment to fostering academic growth and student development. Adept at designing and implementing curricula that meet diverse learning needs while promoting collaborative classroom environment. Known for reliability and adaptability, with focus on team collaboration and achieving educational goals through effective classroom management and communication skills.
Enthusiastic and creative individual with solid understanding of student development and learning styles. Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills and connects with students from diverse backgrounds. Experienced developing engaging lesson plans and assessments to measure student progress.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Officer
Northern Territory Police Force
12.2023 - Current
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
- Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
- Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Handled domestic disputes tactfully, de-escalating tensions while providing appropriate support to affected individuals.
- Effectively diffused potentially dangerous situations through verbal negotiation techniques before escalating force was necessary.
- Trained new officers on department policies and procedures, fostering a professional work environment focused on public service.
- Testified effectively in court, contributing to successful prosecutions of offenders.
- Conducted thorough investigations for various cases, leading to timely resolutions and justice served.
- Maintained accurate case records and documentation, ensuring proper evidence handling and information sharing among relevant parties.
- Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
- Mentored junior team members, contributing to their professional growth and development.
- Established best practices for knowledge sharing, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
Secondary School Teacher
Sanderson High School
07.2003 - Current
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering mutual respect among students.
- Actively participated in school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student success rates and fostering a sense of community among staff members.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, promoting family involvement in students'' education.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs and field trips to enrich students'' educational experiences outside of the classroom setting.
Teacher
Marrara Christian College
07.2007 - 10.2008
- 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.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Physical Education Teacher
Karama Primary School
01.2005 - 07.2007
- Organized annual field days and sports tournaments, promoting physical activity and healthy competition among students.
- Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports, and safety.
- Created a safe and inclusive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations for behavior and respect among students.
- Managed classroom behavior to maintain safe and orderly learning environments during physical activities.
Principal
Xavier Community Education Centre
01.1999 - 12.2002
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by promoting open communication among staff, students, and parents.
- Managed budgets and resources efficiently to ensure optimal allocation of funds for school programs and initiatives.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
Education
Masters of Education - Aboriginal Education
University of South Australia
Magill, SABachelor of Education - Accounting And Economics
University of South Australia
Magill, SADiploma of Leadership And Management -
Scouts Australia Institute of Training
Certificate IV Training And Assessment -
Alana Kaye Group Pty Ltd
DarwinSkills
- Report writing
- Integrity and honesty
- Conflict de-escalation
- Relationship building and management
- De-escalation techniques
- Patience and empathy
- Community engagement
- Planning and coordination
- Human relations
- Emergency management
- Community relations
- Officer training
- Self-defense techniques
- Criminal law
- Defensive tactics training
- Staff management
- Schedule setting
- Weapons safety
- CPR/First aid certified
- Firearms proficiency
- Firearms training specialist
- Defense and arrest tactics (DAAT)
- First aid
- Weapons training
Certification
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- Defensive Tactics Certification - Various Martial Arts Organizations or Police Academies.
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- [Area of certification]
- [State] Driver's License
- CPR/AED Certification
Timeline
Police Officer
Northern Territory Police Force
12.2023 - Current
Teacher
Marrara Christian College
07.2007 - 10.2008
Physical Education Teacher
Karama Primary School
01.2005 - 07.2007
Secondary School Teacher
Sanderson High School
07.2003 - Current
Principal
Xavier Community Education Centre
01.1999 - 12.2002
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- Defensive Tactics Certification - Various Martial Arts Organizations or Police Academies.
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- [Area of certification]
- [State] Driver's License
- CPR/AED Certification
Masters of Education - Aboriginal Education
University of South Australia
Bachelor of Education - Accounting And Economics
University of South Australia
Diploma of Leadership And Management -
Scouts Australia Institute of Training
Certificate IV Training And Assessment -
Alana Kaye Group Pty Ltd
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