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Dynamic music educator with 30+ years of teaching and performance experience, skilled at fostering creativity and inclusivity within and beyond the classroom. Proven track record in clear communication, event planning, and leadership, with a strong passion for advocating for student needs and interests.
Committed to building community through music and collaboration, Emily blends educational practice with socially engaged approaches—supporting diverse learners, strengthening access and opportunity, and inspiring others through performance, facilitation, and mentorship.
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Work Experience
Activity Organizer and Companion at Colten Care
October 15, 2025 - December 29, 2025Meaningful one-to-one sessions, providing companionship.
Preparation and delivery of appropriate, flexible, and varied monthly activities.
Activity Organizer and Companion at Colten Care
October 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025Meaningful one-to-one companionship sessions. Prepared and delivered appropriate, flexible, and varied monthly activities tailored to individuals’ needs.
Voice-Over Artist at Upwork, Online
September 1, 2025 - August 30, 2025Performed script interpretation, delivering lines with clarity, emotion, and intention. Used timing, rhythm, and emphasis to enhance meaning. Recorded with professional gear, including basic audio editing and clean-up such as removing breaths and noise.
Student Representative at Centre of Music Education and Social Justice, Southampton
September 1, 2025 - August 30, 2025Advocated for inclusive practices in music education and policy, incorporating leadership and team collaboration. Facilitated communication between students and faculty on matters of diversity, access, and artistic opportunity.
Arts Marketing Intern at University of Southampton, Southampton
July 1, 2025 - August 30, 2025Created engaging digital content for diverse audiences, promoting concerts and arts programmes. Interviewed artists and attended performances to produce written materials. Contributed to strategies that increased student and community engagement with the arts. Demonstrated effective time management balancing multiple part-time jobs with studies and extracurriculars.
Research Assistant Level 3 at University of Southampton, Southampton
July 1, 2025 - August 30, 2025Provided technical support and supervision with research activity. Set up and ran experiments/equipment. Co-created vocal workshops in a cross-cultural hub. Performed critical review of documents and in-depth write-up of results.
Voice-Over Artist at Upwork
May 1, 2025 - September 30, 2025Interpreted scripts and delivered lines with clarity, emotion, and intention. Used timing, rhythm, and emphasis to enhance meaning; recorded with professional gear and performed basic audio editing/clean-up (e.g., removing breaths and noise).
Research Assistant Level 3 at University of Southampton
April 1, 2025 - July 31, 2025Provided technical support and supervision for research activities, including setting up and running experiments/equipment. Co-created vocal workshops in a cross-cultural hub and completed critical document review and in-depth write-ups of results.
Cover Supervisor at Romsey Academy, Romsey
April 1, 2025 - August 30, 2025Led classroom instruction with creativity and adaptability, supporting learners from diverse backgrounds. Applied strong communication and conflict resolution skills to maintain positive learning environments.
Cover Supervisor at Romsey Academy
February 1, 2025 - April 30, 2025Led classroom instruction with creativity and adaptability, supporting learners from diverse backgrounds. Applied strong communication and conflict-resolution skills to maintain positive learning environments.
Arts Marketing Intern at University of Southampton
February 1, 2025 - July 31, 2025Created engaging digital content for diverse audiences to promote concerts and arts programmes. Interviewed artists and attended performances to produce written materials, and contributed to strategies to increase student and community engagement with the arts. Managed time effectively alongside three part-time jobs and study/extracurricular activities.
Musician and Choir Director at Self-Employed, New Zealand
December 31, 2024 - August 30, 2025Founded and directed a community choir, curating inclusive repertoire, arranging music, and producing public performances. Led musical events across varied venues, building a loyal audience base and fostering local partnerships. Developed a strong personal brand and network within the regional arts scene. Showcased an extensive repertoire and engaged diverse audiences as a successful solo performing artist.
Student Representative at Centre of Music Education and Social Justice, Southampton
January 1, 2024 - September 30, 2025Advocated for inclusive practices in music education and policy, working collaboratively with faculty and teams. Facilitated communication between students and faculty on matters of diversity, access, and artistic opportunity.
Music Teacher at Self-Employed, New Zealand
December 31, 2023 - August 30, 2025Delivered personalised music instruction in piano, guitar, flute, and voice to students of various ages and skill levels in a private studio setting. Adapted teaching approaches to accommodate diverse learning styles and developmental stages. Guided students through technical, theoretical, and performance aspects of music.
Music Teacher at Mauao Performing Arts Centre and Toi Ohomai Technical Institute, New Zealand
December 31, 2019 - August 30, 2025Delivered individual and group instruction in piano, voice, and theory tailored to student needs. Designed creative curriculum to inspire engagement and technical development. Supported student performances and coordinated showcases to reinforce community visibility.
Primary School Music Teacher and Teacher’s Aide at Pillans Point School, Tauranga
December 31, 2016 - August 30, 2025Directed music education for years 1-6, introducing foundational musical concepts and fostering enthusiasm for the arts among young students. Created an inclusive and engaging learning environment. Supported students with special needs focusing on literacy and numeracy skills. Collaborated closely with teachers to develop tailored learning experiences.
Music Teacher at Mauao Performing Arts Centre & Toi Ohomai Technical Institute
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2019Provided individual and group instruction in piano, voice, and theory, tailoring content to student needs. Designed creative curriculum to inspire engagement and technical development. Supported performances and coordinated showcases to reinforce community visibility.
Performing Musician and Choir Director at Self-Employed
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2024Founded and directed a community choir, curating inclusive repertoire, arranging music, and producing public performances. Led musical events across varied venues, building a loyal audience base and local partnerships. Developed a strong personal brand and network within the regional arts scene; performed as a solo artist across multiple venues.
Primary School Music Teacher and Teacher’s Aide at Pillans Point School
December 31, 2011 - December 30, 2016Directed music education for years 1–6, introducing foundational musical concepts and fostering enthusiasm for the arts. Created an inclusive learning environment and supported students with special needs, focusing on literacy and numeracy development. Worked closely with teachers to create tailored learning experiences.
Music Teacher at Self-Employed (Private Studio, New Zealand)
September 1, 1984 - December 31, 2023Delivered personalised music instruction in piano, guitar, flute, and voice for students of varied ages and skill levels. Adapted teaching approaches for diverse learning styles and developmental stages, guiding technical, theoretical, and performance development.
Education
MMus at University of Southampton
September 1, 2024 - September 1, 2025Graduated with distinction
Teacher’s Aide Practice at Toi Ohomai Technical Institute
January 1, 2012 - July 1, 2012AA Degree at Bard College of Simon’s Rock
August 1, 1983 - May 1, 1985Graduated with distinction
MMus at University of Southampton
September 1, 2024 - October 1, 2026Teacher’s Aide Practice at Toi Ohomai Technical Institute
January 1, 2012 - July 1, 2012AA Degree at Bard College of Simon’s Rock
August 1, 1983 - May 1, 1985Qualifications
Arts and Humanities Dean’s Global Talent Scholarship
January 1, 2024 - August 30, 2025Industry Experience
Education, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization
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