Dafydd Evans
Denver ,Colorado
Summary
Bachelors degree in Education based in Denver, I bring a wealth of experience as a dedicated and qualified high school educator and adult education specialist. Over the years, I've honed my expertise in high school education, specialising in special education, child protection and wellbeing. Most recently, I have excelled as an Apprenticeship Assessor and functional skills tutor, specializing in Level 3 Youth Education and lead adult care qualifications. With a Bachelor's degree in Youth and Community Education, I have gained invaluable insights and knowledge that have greatly enriched my practice. I have now accumulated 8 years of experience within educational and vocational settings, including management experience overseeing other professionals and an extensive case-load of adult learners.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Sales Coordinator
Varsity Tutors
05.2024 - I currently work here
- Handled inbound/outbound sales inquiries and assessed clients' academic needs.
- Recommended tutoring solutions, managed client relationships, and ensured high customer satisfaction.
Apprenticeship Assessor
UCAN
10.2022 - 04.2024
- Assessor and tutor of adults on higher education qualifications. Dedicated to the development and success of aspiring youth workers and care professionals.
- I delivered group workshops to groups of learners, providing interactive and engaging sessions to enhance their understanding and skills of each vocation.
- Furthermore, I conduct sales calls with potential employers, showcasing the benefits of the qualification and forging partnerships to create opportunities for apprentices.
Pastoral Manager (safeguarding and wellbeing lead)
Ashton On Mersey School
01.2020 - 10.2022
- In this role, I was designated Safeguarding Lead, in charge of a 260-student cohort. I also managed individuals, ensuring that the wellbeing needs of the cohort were met through individualized support plans.
- Promoted inclusion and acceptance of all pupils, proactively addressing discrimination and bullying with college policies.
- Helped to develop support plans and coordinate multi-agency work to improve pupils welfare, progress and achievement.
Learning Support Intervention Lead
Dean Trust Ardwick School
12.2018 - 01.2020
- As a Learning Support Intervention Lead, I played a pivotal role in providing targeted support and interventions to students with additional learning needs within a high school in Ardwick, Manchester
- Working closely with teachers, parents/guardians, and other support staff, I led and coordinated the provision of effective learning support strategies and interventions to enhance students' academic progress and overall well-being.
Behaviour Support Assistant
Harrytown RC High - Stockport
09.2016 - 12.2018
- As a Behaviour Support Assistant, I played a vital role in promoting a positive and inclusive learning environment for students within a secondary school in Manchester.
- Working closely with students, teachers, and other staff members, I provided individualized support to students who required support on a variety of special educational and behaviour needs.
Education
Level 4 in Assessment and Quality Assurance -
UCAN
05.2023
Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement -
UCAN
02.2023
Level 2 Information, Advice and Guidance -
UCAN
2023
Bachelor's degree in Youth and Community Education -
The Manchester Metropolitan University
06.2016
Btec national diploma in Sports and Exercise Science -
Coleg Llandrillo
06.2011
10 GCSE (Grade A-C) -
Ysgol Glan Clwyd
06.2008
Skills
- Management experience of other professionals and a large caseload of adult learners
- Safeguarding lead within a large high school
- Delivering interactive sessions to groups of learners
- Ability to communicate the highest expectations to all, particularly students and learners whose behavior may be challenging and those at risk
- Highly organized and efficient
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- A high level of written and verbal communication
- Display initiative, be positive and enthusiastic
- Strong IT skills
- Bilingual (English and Welsh)
Timeline
Educational Sales Coordinator
Varsity Tutors
05.2024 - I currently work here
Apprenticeship Assessor
UCAN
10.2022 - 04.2024
Pastoral Manager (safeguarding and wellbeing lead)
Ashton On Mersey School
01.2020 - 10.2022
Learning Support Intervention Lead
Dean Trust Ardwick School
12.2018 - 01.2020
Behaviour Support Assistant
Harrytown RC High - Stockport
09.2016 - 12.2018
Level 4 in Assessment and Quality Assurance -
UCAN
Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement -
UCAN
Level 2 Information, Advice and Guidance -
UCAN
Bachelor's degree in Youth and Community Education -
The Manchester Metropolitan University
Btec national diploma in Sports and Exercise Science -
Coleg Llandrillo
10 GCSE (Grade A-C) -
Ysgol Glan Clwyd