Michael Gonsalves
Melbourne
Summary
A driven, adaptable and perceptive individual. Whilst having worked in many different working environments and fields I have always been able to fully comprehend each one. To add to this I fell I have got results and if not pushed the company/brand or organisation forward. Whilst being self-employed and living in different countries for many years I have managed my own accounts and business. During working in event and high-end retail management I have excelled when managing and being managed. Proven track record of successfully managing multiple freelance assignments concurrently, meeting deadlines and client satisfaction. Possessing excellent communication skills while interacting effectively with both technical and non-technical personnel at all levels.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Primary School Teacher
Ellis El Limonar
10.2021 - 04.2023
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social and emotional growth
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses and learning patterns
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers and administrative staff
- Year 3 form and class teacher for 2022-23
- Working with EAL students mainstream curriculum
- Translation of specific topics to aid learning
- Maintained positive and professional classroom environment throughout school year.
- Coached students on physical and emotional safety as part of health curriculum.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
Role Player
Medical and Government
01.2015 - 01.2021
- Leveraged skills in gesturing, body movement and special voices to draw in audience members and build emotional engagement.
- Committed to diligent patience guidelines within safe environment.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to aid development of future doctors and nurses.
Freelance
Event Promotions
01.2012 - Current
- Key Clients - N2o Promotions - Coca cola - Westfield London - Sheffield Glades - Andrex - Replay - Hugo Boss - Sense Marketing – Tesco – Pepsi – PHD Protein
- Boosted customer experiences by delivering superior customer service, issue resolution and merchandising.
- Undertaking and fulfilling wide array of responsibilities and events, many of which enjoy a high media profile and involve the appropriate management of significant budgets and logistical demands
- Planning and managing both one-off events of various durations and contributing to delivery of detailed programme of events in support of organizations overall strategies
- Hiring numerous staff with experience to fulfill all roles and trouble shooting technical issues
- Designing and implementing effective operating processes and data management.
Corporate and School Workshop leader
Various
01.2016 - Current
- Facilitated dialogue between participants, family and program workers to provide best possible program and individualized program.
- Supported students and individuals with socio-economic issues, liaising between participants, families and program executives about needs.
Actor stage/theatre/teacher/director
01.2012 - Current
- Learned scripts to understand characters' relationships and develop role interpretations.
- Studied and rehearsed roles from scripts to interpret and memorize lines and cues.
- Performed humorous and serious interpretations of emotional actions and situations, using body movements and gestures.
- Wrote original or adapted material of various styles for performances.
- Sang and danced with creative ensembles and troupes for dramatic and comedic performances.
DADA online
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Gently corrected student pronunciation and grammar to improve conversation skills.
- Used pre-written curriculum to teach students English via remote video conferencing.
- Worked with students between ages 2 and 60 on grammar, pronunciation and sentence construction.
- Maintained schedule of appointments and worked up to 60 hours each week.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
Supply Teacher
Veracity Education
01.2015 - 01.2020
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Supervised learning groups of students in classroom stations.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses based on standardized testing results.
Dramatic English
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Remained composed and highly professional in fast-paced and constantly changing environment, effectively handling challenging situations and difficult individuals to achieve objectives.
- Remained highly composed and calm in very fast-paced, stressful and constantly changing environments to provide optimal leadership and achieve desired results.
- Participated in meetings with producers and production crew to keep program in step with creative vision.
- Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
- Worked with Chinese students to produce productions with up to 80 cast members.
PA
Gilliat Financial Solutions
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Dealt with key account needs for major investments and financial packages
- Responding promptly to incoming calls on frequently busy switchboards, redirecting calls and providing a booking service for IFAs calendars
- Creating, updating and achieving files
- Checking stationary stock levels against staff requests and needs, ordering new stock when necessary
- Provided a welcoming and ambience to all potential and current clients/partners
- Proofreading documents and correcting prior to release/printing
- Various teaching roles in China and the UK 2015 – 2021
Replay Jeans inc
01.2008 - 01.2013
- Worked my way from the Covent Garden store as a sales assistant to the Manager of the flagship store in Carnaby Street, with a team of 20
- Created rota’s, delighted jobs and departments to all staff
- Worked alongside theft prevention in Carnaby street
- Dealt with personal shopping in our Selfridges department with many high end clients.
Education
PGCE - Primary Teacher Training
Canterbury Christ Church University
Canterbury, UK06.2021
Bachelor of The Arts (Honors) - Acting
London South Bank University, Italia Conti
London, UK06.2011
Btec Diploma Performance Arts - Triple Distinction - Performance Arts
Havering College of Further And Higher
Upminster, UK06.2006
AS-Level - Economics, 17th Century History, History, Maths
St Martins Sixth Form College
Brentwood, UK06.2005
GCSE -
Hall Mead School
Upminster, UK06.2002
Skills
- Diary Management
- Audio and copy typing 45wpm and minutes taking
- Multi-client event setup
- Exception communications across socio-economic and generational levels
- 50 plus team management experience
- Ability to problem solve and facilitate conflict resolution
- Google Workspace
- First Aid/CPR
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Excellent Communication
- Active Listening
- Multitasking Abilities
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 73 in the development of Bestival.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Certification
Level 2 Personal Training Team Teach 2016
First aider 2023
Languages
Spanish
Beginner (A1)
Chinese (Mandarin)
Beginner (A1)
Timeline
Primary School Teacher
Ellis El Limonar
10.2021 - 04.2023
DADA online
01.2019 - 01.2021
Dramatic English
01.2017 - 01.2018
Corporate and School Workshop leader
Various
01.2016 - Current
Role Player
Medical and Government
01.2015 - 01.2021
Supply Teacher
Veracity Education
01.2015 - 01.2020
PA
Gilliat Financial Solutions
01.2014 - 01.2015
Freelance
Event Promotions
01.2012 - Current
Actor stage/theatre/teacher/director
01.2012 - Current
Replay Jeans inc
01.2008 - 01.2013
PGCE - Primary Teacher Training
Canterbury Christ Church University
Bachelor of The Arts (Honors) - Acting
London South Bank University, Italia Conti
Btec Diploma Performance Arts - Triple Distinction - Performance Arts
Havering College of Further And Higher
AS-Level - Economics, 17th Century History, History, Maths
St Martins Sixth Form College
GCSE -
Hall Mead School
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