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Education
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Emma Dalton

Adelaide,SA
Emma Dalton

Summary

After spending years in hospitality and educational settings, I have been able to develop strong communication and observational skills. Organised and dependable, I am successful at managing multiple priorities, while maintaining a caring and positive attitude.

Overview

7

Years of working experience

Work History

The Velo Precinct

Waitress
06.2019 - Current

Job overview

  • 4 years of hospitality experience
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess needs.
  • Used cash registers and credit card machines to process purchases of food and beverages.
  • Displayed enthusiasm, promoting excellent customer service.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to correctly update customers on unavailable dishes and wait times.

Self Employed

Tutoring
01.2021 - Current

Job overview

  • Improved student's understanding by focusing on reading comprehension, math, and critical thinking skills through one-on-one tutoring sessions.
  • Tracked learning progress to identify opportunities to enhance tutoring methods and help students achieve their specific academic goals.
  • Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
  • Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.

Peter Combe & Adelaide Theatre Academy

Adelaide Fringe Choreographer
01.2020 - Current

Job overview

  • Prepared groups for Fringe performances, providing them with choreography and instruction on specific techniques.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

Theatre Bugs/Adelaide Theatre Academy

Musical Theatre and Dance Teacher
01.2018 - Current

Job overview


  • Planned, prepared and delivered lesson plans introducing students to dance techniques.
  • Create a healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline.
  • Utilised different styles of teaching to accommodate students of all capabilities.
  • Strongly communicated with students and their parents in person, and via email and phone to answer any questions out of class time.

St. Aloysius College

Dance and Drama Teacher
01.2016 - Current

Job overview


  • Planned, prepared and delivered lesson plans introducing students to dance techniques and ballet positions.
  • Choreographed routines for recitals and performances.
  • Utilized different styles of teaching to accommodate students of all capabilities.
  • Assisted with coordination and administration of complete dance program.
  • Adhered to studio guidelines and legal requirements.
  • Prepared classrooms for new student groups.

Education

St Aloysius College
Adelaide

SACE Graduate 2022
10.2022

University Overview

  • SRC Vice President of St Aloysius College 2022
  • Part of the Student Representative Council in 2013, 2016, 2018, 2021, and 2022
  • Technology Representative 2016-2018
  • Peer Support Leader 2020
  • Drama leader 2021
  • Member of the Justice and Mercy group, leading group conversations and activities
  • Received MIAP award, in recognition of 240 hours of service and volunteer work in one year
  • Received many awards over my time at the school, and in 2022 was presented with the Catherine McAuley Award, in recognition of "outstanding service to the community."
  • Given the opportunity to conduct school tours on 9 occasions over the course of my time at St Aloysius College.
  • Involved in many clubs and competitions, including: Drama club, Chinese Fan Dancing, Athletics Team, Choir, Catholic Schools Music Festival, Volleyball, Recycling
  • Spent lots of time fundraising and volunteering for Mercy charities, such as Catherine House and the Adelaide Day Centre
  • Beach Clean up 2020-current
  • 2022 Vinnies school winter sleep-out, raising awareness for homelessness in Adelaide
  • Continuing education in Occupational Therapy in 2023 at the University of South Australia.



Skills

  • First Aid Certificate
  • COVID Marshall
  • Working with Children's Check
  • Clear Instruction and Communication
  • Encouraging and Motivating Students
  • Adapting to student's Learning Style
  • Human Relations
  • Organization and Planning Skills
  • Inspiring Love of Learning
  • Self Confident
  • Conflict and Complaint Resolution
  • Special Requests and Substitutions

Timeline

Tutoring

Self Employed
01.2021 - Current

Adelaide Fringe Choreographer

Peter Combe & Adelaide Theatre Academy
01.2020 - Current

Waitress

The Velo Precinct
06.2019 - Current

Musical Theatre and Dance Teacher

Theatre Bugs/Adelaide Theatre Academy
01.2018 - Current

Dance and Drama Teacher

St. Aloysius College
01.2016 - Current

St Aloysius College

SACE Graduate 2022
Emma Dalton