David Chalmers Email & Phone Number

Victoria, Australia

I have published two books about child development organization Compassion International and the work they do around the world, releasing children from poverty in Jesus' name. The first book, 'Go Into All The World', was published by ArkHouse Press in November 2014. The second book, 'In Their Own Words: The Impact of Compassion Sponsorship as told by Sponsored Kids and Their Parents' was self-published on Google Drive in 2018. Having seen Compassion's work first-hand in my travels to visit 32 of my sponsored kids in 12 countries, I am able to tell lots of real-life stories, firstly about the brokenness in the world, as well as the genuine transformation and life-change that God brings through the church and Compassion, giving them hope for the future.

Over the last 17 years I have sponsored 90 children in 26 countries with child development organization Compassion International, and have visited 40+ of them in 12 countries on 12 self-funded adventures. As a volunteer advocate I have travelled to schools, churches and other events in order to tell others about Compassion and the amazing work they do in releasing children and families from poverty in Jesus name. Because of my trips, blogs and personal stories I am able to speak from personal experience and I believe this increases the reality and impact of child sponsorship for my audience. My message is "This is real, and through Compassion you are able to make a genuine impact in the life of a child and family. I have seen it over and over again with my own eyes." Because of this, many children have been sponsored as a result of my advocacy.

* Establish and maintain positive relationships with students, parents and colleagues* Engage in all aspects of ongoing planning, assessment and reporting on student progress* Undertake regular verbal and written communication with parents and wider school community* Solve conflict involving students and parents, following guidelines which respected confidentiality and privacy and which restored relationship 2023 - Wyndham Vale Primary School, F-6 Performing Arts2022 - Baden Powell College, Grade 2 classroom2021 - Kurunjang Primary School, Grade 1/2 classroom2019 - Little River Primary School, Grade 1/2 classroom2019 - Wyndham Christian College, Prep-4 Music2018 - Ballarat Christian College, Grade 2 classroom2017 - Heathdale Christian College, Distance Education Coordinator and Prep-6 PE2016 - Heathdale Christian College, CRT and Grade 6 classroom (Term 4 only)2015 - Heathdale Christian College, Year 5-10 PE2013 - Heathdale Christian College, Grade 1 classroom2012 - St John's Lutheran Primary School (Portland), Grade 3/4 classroom and Prep-6 Music2010-11 - Good News Lutheran College, Grade 1/2 classroom2010 - Caranballac College, Grade 5/6 classroom (Term 2 only)2009 - Portland Primary School, Prep-6 Music (Term 1 & 2) Dartmoor Primary School, Prep-6 Music Bolwarra Primary School, Prep-6 Music (Term 3 only) Bayview College, Year 7-10 Music (Term 3 & 4)2008 - Portland Primary School, Grade 1/2 classroom & Prep-6 Music

Heathdale Hornets Basketball Club 2002-2004; 2006-2007; 2010, 2013, 2015-2018Good News Power Basketball Club 2010-2011, 2019-presentPortland Basketball Association 2008-2009; 2012Werribee Devils Basketball Club 2010-2011, 2015U8, U10, U12, U16, Division 4 Men

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

At the start of 2019 my son Joshua was born with a complex incurable heart disease, requiring two open-heart surgeries in his first three months. As a result we were assisted by the support organization HeartKids, who have been a great support to us right from the start.This year I wrote a series of three blogs documenting our journey so far. It's purpose was to raise awareness of congenital heart disease and hopefully help, encourage and inspire people who may be going through a similar situation.

I work for the Wyndham Basketball Club in the Big V competition on Game Days. I input stats into the computer during the game, print and distribute real-time stats to coaches and upload final results to league administrators.

As the scribe for the Premier B section of the VAFA (2015-2017) I wrote a weekly round-up of all matches which appeared in the VAFA publication the Amateur Footballer. I launched a 'VAFA Premier B' Facebook page which gained 650 members and engaged with clubs and players using my Twitter account.I am currently a freelance sports journalist with the Wyndham Basketball Association in the Big V Basketball competition. I write detailed weekly match reports and produce and promote highlight videos using the YouTube channel. In the past I have written media releases introducing new players and conducted interviews on the occasion of player milestones. I also formerly ran the WBA Facebook page.

* Develop and maintain positive relationships with over 200 junior players and their families* Oversee all general operations of the club, liaising regularly with the committee in their respective roles* Organize and chair regular committee meetings * Work with the club treasurer to ensure continued financial viability of the club* Represent the club to the Werribee Basketball Association in the event of discipline against one of our members * Develop new official procedures and policies in line with being an incorporated association and update existing ones* Liaise regularly with Principal and Property Manager of Heathdale Christian College to maintain a positive working relationship regarding our training venue* Promote the club in the school and wider community, both verbally and through our website and Facebook page

Philippines

I spent 10 months volunteering in an orphanage in the Philippines called The Ruel Foundation. My roles included childcare, teaching English, Maths and Music, petty cash, banking and driving. My main role was promoting Ruel via social media, engaging current and potential supporters with compelling and interesting stories about the children and what daily life was like. I produced regular quality content and spearheaded a blog, Facebook page and YouTube channel.Ruel CEO Pauline Curtis-Smith said "David promoted our organization in many ways, including administering our Facebook page and starting a blog and a YouTube channel. He produced interesting and engaging content which helped give an insight into what life is like for the children in our community. These activities genuinely helped to increase our profile, raise awareness of the needs of our community and gave people an opportunity to help."

I ran separate websites for LifeSports Indoor Soccer competition (2005 - 2007) and Portland Basketball Association (2009-2012). This involved updating news, weekly scores, ladders, fixtures, finals draws and sometimes writing a summary of matches played.

Port Melbourne Football Club (VFL) 2003-2005Werribee Football Club (VFL) 2006-2007, 2010Portland Football Club (WBFL), 2008-2009

Essendon, Victoria

Essendon Traffic School is a miniature road set-up where children can come and ride their bicycles and tricycles and learn about road safety. It is equipped with traffic lights, railways crossing, roundabout, pedestrian crossing and school crossing. I ran Education Sessions for children from pre-school to Grade 6, which involved explaining road rules, taking them on a tour and explaining each safety feature and then supervising their riding session. I also followed up with clients, and supervised Holiday sessions.

Bachelor'S Degree, Education

Certificate Iv Recreation (Sports Administration), Sport And Recreation

High School