Caroline Eaton
Hamilton,Bermuda
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Housesitter
Friends/Trusted House Sitters
Bermuda and Derby, Bermuda and Derbyshire
2008.04 - Current
- Ensured cleanliness of homes during owners' absences.
- Provided care for pets while attending to indoor and outdoor plant needs.
- Collected mail to prevent accumulation.
- Administered medication to pets according to instructions.
- Communicated property status and maintenance updates to homeowners.
- Conducted regular inspections to uphold security standards.
- Maintained rubbish management enabling timely collection
- Provided peace of mind for absent homeowners through effective communication and reliability.
- Assured safety of homes by keeping doors locked at all times and operating security systems effectively.
- Cared for a variety of pets, providing feeding, walking and companionship services.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including dusting, vacuuming and laundry to keep homes neat and presentable.
- Demonstrated flexibility by adapting to various routines of different homes.
- Delivered excellent customer service by responding promptly to homeowners' instructions or requests.
- Communicated regularly with homeowners about home status, sending photos or updates as required.
- Accepted deliveries of goods and conveyed to appropriate storage areas.
- Hold reviews and references on Trusted House Sitters and reviews on Airbnb
Bermuda School of Music
Mr Kent Hayward
Hamilton Bermuda, Hamilton Bermuda
2006.09 - Current
- Conducted Kindermusik classes for infants and children up to four years old.
- Delivered piano and cello instruction at Bermuda School of Music and Bermuda High School for Girls.
- Managed teaching schedules and organised student recitals as part of administrative duties.
- Participated in professional development focusing on Kindermusik and Suzuki methods.
- Collaborated to create group instrumental classes, enhancing community engagement through performances.
- Ordered sheet music and liaised with clients for customised wedding music arrangements.
- Coordinated logistics for performances, ensuring seamless execution between musicians and wedding parties.
- Performed in various orchestral events with Bermuda Philharmonic.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Supported team by demonstrating respect and willingness to help.
- Consistently arrived at work on time and ready to start immediately.
- Offered friendly, efficient customer service and handled challenging situations with ease.
- Improved efficiency and productivity by acquiring new skills.
- Displayed energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and clear communications.
- Prepared pupils for ABRSM exams, enhancing their performance skills.
- Instructed students at beginner level on practical aspects of playing musical instruments.
- Taught students how to read and interpret musical notation.
Volunteer Bible Study Facilitator
Bible Study Fellowship
Bermuda, Bermuda
2013.09 - 2020.03
- Facilitated Bible study sessions for women's discussion group to deepen understanding of passages.
- Collaborated with volunteers to deliver biblical teachings that enhanced comprehension.
- Executed administrative tasks to ensure thorough preparation for each lesson.
- Facilitated in-depth lectures for every lesson, enhancing understanding of studied passages.
- Adopted flexible approach in response to unforeseen challenges.
- Maintained orderly environment by establishing clear rules and expectations.
- Monitored group dynamics with keen observation skills.
- Utilised visual aids to enhance training sessions.
- Facilitated group discussions for effective communication.
- Coordinated logistics for successful workshops and events.
- Implemented innovative ice-breakers for effective team building.
- Managed conflict within groups, ensuring smooth operation.
- Crafted engaging content for memorable learning experiences.
- Navigated sensitive topics with tact and discretion, maintaining a respectful dialogue space.
- Encouraged constructive feedback, improving team performance.
- Planned sessions following programme requirements and determined ways to deliver sessions to meet participant needs.
- Organised and prepared materials for session delivery.
- Consistently arrived on time and ready to start immediately.
Music Teacher and Musician
Self Employed
Derby, Derbyshire
2001.09 - 2006.07
- Instructed 50 plus piano and cello to students of various ages while managing billing and scheduling.
- Was cellist in string quartet at numerous weddings and corporate events across Derbyshire.
- Assisted with administrative duties, bookings, and promoting the quartet at various wedding fairs.
- Enhanced students' music theory understanding by engaging teaching methods.
- Motivated students to achieve their best through positive reinforcement and constructive feedback.
- Prepared pupils for ABRSM exams, enhancing their performance skills.
- Collaborated with students to identify and meet individual students' learning needs and goals.
- Instructed students at beginner level on practical aspects of playing musical instruments.
- Taught students how to read and interpret musical notation.
- Consistently arrived at work on time and ready to start immediately.
- Maintained roles as cellist and music teacher from 2001 to 2006 while not engaged in other part-time work.
Part Time Administrator Finance Department
Derby University
Derby, Derbyshire
2003.09 - 2004.03
- Managed business card processing duties for university tutors, alongside information entry tasks and telephone and email correspondence.
- Carried out general administrative duties such as photocopying and inputting data.
- Answered inbound phone calls, resulting in excellent customer service provided to clients.
- Contributed towards positive work environment by maintaining cleanliness and orderliness in shared spaces.
- Streamlined office operations by implementing efficient administrative procedures.
- Interacted with customers professionally by phone, email and in-person to deliver accurate service information.
- Assisted clients with daily enquiries and addressed incoming correspondence to maintain timely responses.
- Consistently arrived at work on time and ready to start immediately.
Part Time Temporary Administrator Exams Department
Derby University
Derby
2003.05 - 2003.08
- Managed administrative functions for exams and confirmations departments, involving data input and statistical reporting as well as responding to phone and email inquiries.
- Answered inbound phone calls, resulting in excellent customer service provided to clients.
- Assisted clients with daily enquiries and addressed incoming correspondence to maintain timely responses.
- Contributed towards positive work environment by maintaining cleanliness and orderliness in shared spaces.
- Consistently arrived at work on time and ready to start immediately.
Part Time Temporary Administrator
Derby College
Derby, Derbyshire
2003.02 - 2003.04
- Executed diverse administrative tasks across two Derby College sites, including photocopying and entering student information.
- Improved record keeping system with attention to detail and thoroughness.
- Contributed towards positive work environment by maintaining cleanliness and orderliness in shared spaces.
- Consistently arrived at work on time and ready to start immediately.
Volunteer
Pickford House Museum
Derby, Derbyshire
2002.10 - 2002.12
- Facilitated data input for current exhibit to enhance accuracy.
- Supported preparation for exhibition of buttons and beads at Victorian museum.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Consistently arrived at work on time and ready to start immediately.
- Improved efficiency and productivity by acquiring new skills.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Organizational skills
- Virtual and in-person music teaching
- Active listening
- Public speaking
- Leadership
- Resourcefulness
- Public relations
- Team building
- House care services
- Pet care and medication administration
- Financial management
- Formal writing
- Creative writing
Summary
Professional music teacher specializing in piano and cello instruction, with extensive experience facilitating Kindermusik classes. Proven ability to foster social and musical growth in children and adults through engaging and tailored lessons. Skilled in managing and collaborating classes to ensure a fun and dynamic learning environment. Self-published children's book author, successfully selling copies at various literary events across the United Kingdom.
Timeline
Overview of writing children's books - Writing Children's Books
Centre of Excellence Online Platform
2024.09 - 2025.02
Overview of Music Therapy - Music Therapy
Centre of Excellence Online Platform
2023.08 - 2024.05
Professional Development in Suzuki Cello Pedagogy - Cello Teaching
Suzuki Principles in Action (SPA) Online
2023.04 - 2023.04
Volunteer Bible Study Facilitator
Bible Study Fellowship
2013.09 - 2020.03
Teaching Leader Role - Biblical Studies
Bible Study Fellowship
2013.09 - 2013.09
Certificate in Cello Suzuki Book 1 - Cello Teaching
Suzuki Institute
2009.06 - 2009.07
Licensed Kindermusik Teacher - Kindermusik
Kindermusik international
2008.10 - 2009.01
Housesitter
Friends/Trusted House Sitters
2008.04 - Current
Bermuda School of Music
Mr Kent Hayward
2006.09 - Current
Part Time Administrator Finance Department
Derby University
2003.09 - 2004.03
Part Time Temporary Administrator Exams Department
Derby University
2003.05 - 2003.08
Part Time Temporary Administrator
Derby College
2003.02 - 2003.04
Volunteer
Pickford House Museum
2002.10 - 2002.12
PG DIP Music Teaching in Professional Practice - Music Teaching
Reading University (Distance Learning)
2002.07 - 2004.07
Music Teacher and Musician
Self Employed
2001.09 - 2006.07
Bachelor of Arts - Music
Bath Spa University College
1998.09 - 2001.06
High School Diploma - Various Subjects
Woodland Community School
1991.09 - 1998.07
Education
Overview of writing children's books - Writing Children's Books
Centre of Excellence Online Platform
Derby/Bermuda 2024.09 - 2025.02
Overview of Music Therapy - Music Therapy
Centre of Excellence Online Platform
Derby and Bermuda 2023.08 - 2024.05
Professional Development in Suzuki Cello Pedagogy - Cello Teaching
Suzuki Principles in Action (SPA) Online
Bermuda 2023.04 - 2023.04
Certificate in Cello Suzuki Book 1 - Cello Teaching
Suzuki Institute
Chicago Illinois United States 2009.06 - 2009.07
Licensed Kindermusik Teacher - Kindermusik
Kindermusik international
Bermuda 2008.10 - 2009.01
PG DIP Music Teaching in Professional Practice - Music Teaching
Reading University (Distance Learning)
Reading United Kingdom 2002.07 - 2004.07
Bachelor of Arts - Music
Bath Spa University College
Bath United Kingdom 1998.09 - 2001.06
Teaching Leader Role - Biblical Studies
Bible Study Fellowship
San Antonio Texas 2013.09 - 2013.09
High School Diploma - Various Subjects
Woodland Community School
Derby 1991.09 - 1998.07
Affiliations
- Reading various literature including classics
- Writing short stories and poetry
- Walking in the countryside
- Nature Photography
- Travelling
- Cooking
- Hosting social gatherings for friends and family
- Personal and group bible studies
- Home and pet sitting