Emma Dare
Harden,Australia
Summary
Reflective Early Childhood Teacher with expertise in child development and curriculum planning. Develops engaging, child-led programs tailored to individual needs, guided by the Early Years Learning Framework. Fosters nurturing environments, mentors colleagues, and collaborates with families to ensure all children feel valued and supported. Combines creativity and structure to promote joyful, purposeful learning.
Resourceful Educational Leader with comprehensive experience in advancing educational standards and student achievement. Known for strategic planning, curriculum development, and team collaboration skills. Made significant contributions to fostering inclusive learning environments and implementing innovative educational programs in previous roles.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.committed to children's safety.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of post-secondary education
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Leader
Bunyip Pre School
Harden , NSW
09.2025 - 10.2026
- Facilitated play-based learning activities to enhance children's engagement and development.
- Monitored child safety and classroom well-being.
- Collaborated with families to address daily room needs and foster a supportive environment.
- Built strong relationships with children and families through active listening and regular check-ins.
- Adapted teaching methods for different learning styles and abilities.
- Coordinated mentoring sessions and prepared discussion topics
- Mentored individuals on professional development topics such as communication skills, problem-solving and goal setting.
- Documented mentoring notes and shared updates with staff
Room Leader
Bunyip Pre School
Harden, NSW
08.2021 - 10.2026
- Cultivated welcoming classroom environment by displaying children's artwork, enhancing their sense of belonging.
- Supervised indoor and outdoor playtime while ensuring safety of all children.
- Monitored child safety and classroom wellbeing.
- Guided children through play-based learning activities.
- Facilitated open communication with parents about children's development, fostering strong home-school connections.
- Engaged families in discussions regarding daily classroom requirements.
- Oversaw daily classroom activities to ensure smooth transitions and engagement among children. at Bunyip Pre School.
- Monitored staff performance to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.
- Maintained a safe environment for children by continuously monitoring their activities and interactions. and classroom wellbeing.
- Provided support to educators for effective behaviour management and care.
- Attended staff meetings, contributing ideas on curriculum planning and problem-solving strategies.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers and administrators to evaluate student progress.
- Maintained clean, organised early learning environments.
Floor Manager
Harden IGA
Harden, Australia
01.2020 - 01.2021
Cook/ Waitress
Oatlands Roadhouse
Oatlands, Australia
01.2019 - 06.2019
- Served meals and drinks promptly while following dining room service standards.
- Checked guest satisfaction and responded quickly to table requests.
- Greeted guests warmly and presented menu recommendations in busy restaurant setting.
- Took accurate food and beverage orders using point-of-sale system.
Manager/ Bar Staff/ Cook
Midlands Hotel
, Australia
01.2018 - 01.2019
Committee Secretary (volunteer)
Oatlands Football Club
Oatlands
01.2017 - 01.2018
Linking Machine Operator
Casaveen Knitwear
Oatlands
01.2006 - 01.2012
Education
Bachelor of Education -
University of Wollongong
06.2024 - 06.2026
Diploma - Early Childhood Education and care
ECTARC
certificate III - early education and care
ECTARC
High school certificate -
Oatlands District High School
Skills
- Customer service
- Cleaning & hygiene
- Fast-paced adaptability
- Resource management
- Organising
- Staff scheduling
- Family engagement
- Emotional support
- Classroom setup
- Child safety protocols
- Developmentally appropriate activities
- Ethical practices
- Learning framework
- Child development
- Nutrition
- Developmental evaluation
- Innovative curriculum
- Behavioral support
- Emergency response
- Parent communication
- Collaborative teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Early childhood
- Hands-on education
- Honest and reliable
- Punctual and hard working
- Great team member
- Eye for detail
- Independent worker
- Work well under pressure
- Child development
- Behavior management
- Family engagement
- Child safety
- Play-based education
- Classroom management
- Learning documentation
- Collaborative work
- Instructional guidance
- Cultural competence
- Staff training
- Collaborative learning
- Special education
- Excellent communication
- Communication skills
- Professional collaboration
- Program development
- Student assistance
- Time management
- Reliability
- Policy development
- Problem-solving
- Dedication to improvement
- Ongoing improvement
- Curriculum design
- Policy implementation
- Adaptable approach
- Multitasking ability
Certification
- Light Truck License
- Certificate 4 in Textile Production
- RSG (responsible service of gambling)
- RSA (responsible service of alcohol)
- NESA teaching accreditation
- Food safety certificate
- Geeko training 1,2 and 3.
- Child Protection
- Working with children's check
- First Aid/CPR
COMMUNITY SERVICE
- Murrumburrah Public school P&C, President, 2022, 2024
- Murrumburrah High P&C, Member, 2021, 2025
Timeline
Educational Leader
Bunyip Pre School
09.2025 - 10.2026
Bachelor of Education -
University of Wollongong
06.2024 - 06.2026
Room Leader
Bunyip Pre School
08.2021 - 10.2026
Floor Manager
Harden IGA
01.2020 - 01.2021
Cook/ Waitress
Oatlands Roadhouse
01.2019 - 06.2019
Manager/ Bar Staff/ Cook
Midlands Hotel
01.2018 - 01.2019
Committee Secretary (volunteer)
Oatlands Football Club
01.2017 - 01.2018
Linking Machine Operator
Casaveen Knitwear
01.2006 - 01.2012
Diploma - Early Childhood Education and care
ECTARC
certificate III - early education and care
ECTARC
High school certificate -
Oatlands District High School