Alex Lewis
Spring,TX
Summary
Talented Piano Teacher with considerable experience teaching students of all ages and skill levels, from beginner to advanced. Particularly talented at teaching children and younger students. Eagerly introduced various musical styles to maintain student interest. Applied effective teaching techniques to instruct students on music theory and provide solid foundation for learning.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Piano Teacher
Teora Music School
06.2024 - Current
- Communicated with parents regarding upcoming events and student progress.
- Evaluated student progress during lessons.
- Also taught substitute lessons.
Pianist and Music Director
Alvin Lutheran Church
12.2018 - Current
- Director and accompanist for 3-5 singers for weekly church services
- Completed compositions and arrangements for Jingle Bells, Hark the Herald Angels Sing, and My Country Tis of Thee for special events on the 4th of July and Christmas
- Played piano and sang for every Sunday service and special services.
Clinical Teacher Internship
Springwoods Village Middle School
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Observed and assisted cooperating teacher in 6th grade choir, TB choir, and treble choir
- Have led the choir in warm ups, helped in sectionals, taught a handful of theory segments, and taught classes alone for three days.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Piano Lesson Instructor
The Piano Studio
12.2016 - 03.2021
- Instructed an average of 12 students per week and strategized ways of improving piano performance by focusing on each student's needs
- The Piano Studio hosted recitals to showcase all students' progress in the summer and winter.
Education
Bachelors of Arts - General Studies - Focus in Education -
University of St. Thomas
Houston, TX05.2022
Associate of Arts in Audio Engineering -
San Jacinto College Central
Pasadena, Texas05.2015
High School Graduate -
J. Frank Dobie High School
Houston, Texas06.2012
Skills
- Music Theory and Composition
- Lesson and Curriculum Planning
- Vocal Techniques and Worship
- Progress Reporting
Websites
Certification
- EC 12 Music Certification
- Kodaly teaching certificate, Lv. 1, 2023
Timeline
Piano Teacher
Teora Music School
06.2024 - Current
Clinical Teacher Internship
Springwoods Village Middle School
01.2024 - 05.2024
Pianist and Music Director
Alvin Lutheran Church
12.2018 - Current
Piano Lesson Instructor
The Piano Studio
12.2016 - 03.2021
Bachelors of Arts - General Studies - Focus in Education -
University of St. Thomas
Associate of Arts in Audio Engineering -
San Jacinto College Central
High School Graduate -
J. Frank Dobie High School