Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
Personal Information
Evalina Honsinger and Norma Chapin Honsinger Prize
Walter Westafer Award
Piano Teachers' Guild Gold Cup Award
Timeline
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Alanna M Moonan

Alanna M Moonan

Rome

Summary

Professional piano educator with keen ability to cultivate musical talent and foster passion for piano performance. Adept at developing customized lesson plans, demonstrating strong technical skills, and ensuring students achieve their musical goals. Known for collaborative approach, adaptability, and reliability in varied teaching environments. Strong communication skills and patient, encouraging demeanor that supports student growth and success.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Private Piano Teacher

Self-employed
09.2019 - Current
  • Enhanced student performance by implementing personalized lesson plans tailored to individual needs and goals.
  • Addressed individual learning challenges through differentiated instruction techniques that catered to each student's unique strengths and weaknesses.
  • Expanded students' musical knowledge by integrating theory, ear training, sight-reading, and composition exercises into regular practice sessions.
  • Consistently received positive feedback from both students and their families on teaching effectiveness and rapport-building skills.
  • Developed strong connection with students, fostering a positive learning environment conducive to growth and development.
  • Implemented effective practice strategies designed to help students optimize their home rehearsal time between lessons effectively.
  • Communicated with parents regularly to provide updates on student progress, address concerns, and discuss future goals or learning objectives.

General Music Teacher

FBC Homeschool Co-op
09.2023 - 06.2024
  • Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
  • Mentored struggling students with individualized approach to enhance learning.
  • Taught students to identify different instruments from instrument's sound and shape.
  • Promoted creativity and self-expression through composition exercises and performance opportunities for all students.
  • Planned and executed targeted lesson plans to instruct on music theory, music history, and performance etiquette.

Housekeeper/Private Home Care Provider

Glenn and Sandi Van Knowe
06.2019 - 08.2022
  • Cleaning, cooking, decluttering, assistance with outings

Sales Associate

Kohls
06.2019 - 08.2020
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.

Education

Bachelor's of Music - Performance (Piano)

Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY
05-2025

High school or equivalent -

Homeschooled
Rome, NY
06.2018

Skills

  • Communication
  • Organization
  • Piano Performance
  • Pedagogical skills
  • Sight-reading proficiency
  • Patience and encouragement
  • Expert musicianship
  • Music theory
  • Multitasking
  • Critical Thinking
  • Self-Discipline

Certification

Driver's License

References

  • Ida Tili-Trebicka, Piano Professor, 3152540614
  • Glenn and Sandi Van Knowe, Previous employers, 3153379836
  • Ben Toombs, Neighbor of 20 years, 3153394207

Personal Information

Authorized To Work: US

Evalina Honsinger and Norma Chapin Honsinger Prize

2025 recipient of the Evalina Honsinger and Norma Chapin Honsinger Prize, a Syracuse University award recognizing excellence in performance on the piano.

Walter Westafer Award

2024 recipient of the Walter Westafer Award, a generous scholarship awarded biannually to a deserving piano student at Syracuse University's Setnor School of Music.

Piano Teachers' Guild Gold Cup Award

2017 recipient of the Piano Teachers' Guild Gold Cup Award recognizing 3 consecutive years of superior ratings in piano performance

Timeline

General Music Teacher

FBC Homeschool Co-op
09.2023 - 06.2024

Private Piano Teacher

Self-employed
09.2019 - Current

Sales Associate

Kohls
06.2019 - 08.2020

Housekeeper/Private Home Care Provider

Glenn and Sandi Van Knowe
06.2019 - 08.2022

Bachelor's of Music - Performance (Piano)

Syracuse University

High school or equivalent -

Homeschooled

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