Allison Hoffman
Bloomington,IL
Summary
Dedicated, flexible educator focused on creating and sustaining a healthy, safe, and positive learning environment for young musicians. Focuses on utilizing classroom management strategies that emphasize building relationships between teacher and students, personal accountability, and problem-solving. Develops flexible instruction that meets standards, promotes growth mindset, and develops skills through repetition and reflection. Provides opportunities for student leadership for both intrapersonal and whole-group musical growth. Holds all students to high expectations and encourages students to seek out music opportunities beyond the classroom.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
K-5 General Music Educator, 6-8 Choir Director
Lincoln, District #27
08.2023 - Current
- Instruct K-5 Vocal/General Music (including SPED), 6-8 Choir Director.
- Facilitate both teacher and student-led instruction/activities that encouraged musical creativity, growth, and performance.
- Create instruction that follows Illinois Music Standards and implements UDL to fulfill student-specific accommodations/modifications.
- Prepare students for full-group musical performance (K-2/3-5 programs, two 6-8 Choir concerts).
- Utilize classroom management techniques that focused on creating an equitable, positive, and inclusive environment.
Private French Horn Lessons
The Music Shoppe
06.2022 - Current
- One-on-one private instruction (Grades 5-12+)
- Focus on building musical independence, confidence, and practice skills.
- Utilize various resources to meet specific student needs and develop various techniques.
- Monitor student progress and provided meaningful feedback and support.
Student Teaching
Georgetowne Middle School/Marquette Elementary School
03.2023 - 05.2023
- Band (one-on-one lessons and full class instruction), General Music K-3 (including a spring program)
Student Teaching
Lincoln Community High School
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Concert Band, Ukulele Class, Music Theory
Brass Coach
Illinois State University Jr. High Band Camp
06.2022 - 06.2022
- Planned and conducted 10 hours of sectional rehearsals for brass students
- Coached brass students to prepare 3 pieces for final performance/concert over 5 days
- Provided feedback and instruction to students on various musical skills such as technique, musicality, and performance skills
Education
Bachelors of Music Education - Music Education
Illinois State University
Normal, IL05.2023
Skills
- Schedule Management
- Positive Reinforcement
- Problem-Solving
- Student-Centered Learning
- Safe Learning Environment
- Lesson Planning
Philosophy
My teaching philosophy is focused on creating and sustaining a healthy, safe, and positive learning environment for young musicians. Students are unable to learn and function in a classroom without trust in their teacher and peers, so I utilize group-based activities and focus on building relationships between the students and myself. My instruction features music from multiple different genres, cultures, and styles to encourage personal connection as well as seeking out new perspectives and culture. My lessons are often student-led and provide numerous opportunities for students to not only learn from me, but to help each other learn and prosper through personal choices. I allow students to often take on leadership roles to increase confidence, interest in material, and participation. I hold all students to high expectations, no matter how much experience or skill a student has, and encourage them to seek out more opportunities to make music outside of the classroom. Finally, flexibility is foundational to my lessons and I’m always adjusting the material for each class to ensure that the students’ specific needs are met, as well as maintaining appropriate participation.
Awards/Honors
- Golden Apple Scholar (2020-Present)
- University Scholar (2019-2023)
- ISU School of Music Dean’s List (Fall 2019 - Spring 2023)
- Presser Scholar (2022)
- ISU Bone Scholar Nominee (2022)
Certification
- CRLA Level 1, Julia N. Visor Center, BSC 101 Content Tutor, Aug. 2020-Dec. 2022
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
K-5 General Music Educator, 6-8 Choir Director
Lincoln, District #27
08.2023 - Current
Student Teaching
Georgetowne Middle School/Marquette Elementary School
03.2023 - 05.2023
Student Teaching
Lincoln Community High School
01.2023 - 03.2023
Brass Coach
Illinois State University Jr. High Band Camp
06.2022 - 06.2022
Private French Horn Lessons
The Music Shoppe
06.2022 - Current
Bachelors of Music Education - Music Education
Illinois State University
- CRLA Level 1, Julia N. Visor Center, BSC 101 Content Tutor, Aug. 2020-Dec. 2022
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