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Amanda Herr
Sisters,OR
Summary
Amanda is a passionate and versatile Choir Director with standing volunteer role leading worship at Sisters Community Church. Bringing professionalism and performance skills, offering music program management and fostering strong relationships. Amanda operates from a Christ centered and character driven approach to relationships, music education and performance. Amanda has consistently elevated musical programs and student engagement and believes that her mission is to encourage youth through music.
Overview
7
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Amanda Ahern
Eastmont Christian School
09.2020 - 06.2021
Job overview
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians, promoting open communication and collaboration for student success.
- Contributed to school-wide events such as musicals or talent shows by providing expertise in rehearsals and performances.
- Adapted teaching methods to suit virtual learning environments, ensuring continuity of music education during remote learning periods.
Brian Crook/Wendy McCullough
Choir Director - High Desert Middle School
08.2014 - 06.2018
Job overview
- Inspired a love of choral music in students, leading to an increase in choir participation and student retention.
- Educated students on proper vocal techniques and vocal warm-ups.
- Organized successful fundraising campaigns to support the ongoing costs of maintaining a high-quality choral program.
- Prepared choirs for regional competitions by rigorously rehearsing pieces and focusing on technical precision as well as emotional expression.
- Mentored individual choir members, providing personalized guidance on vocal technique, stage presence, and musicianship for improved performance quality.
- Developed clear performance expectations and guidelines for choir members, promoting a high standard of professionalism during rehearsals and concerts.
- Secured grant funding for new resources, equipment, and professional development opportunities by submitting persuasive proposals to relevant organizations.
- Cultivated a positive rehearsal environment by fostering collaboration, mutual respect, and camaraderie among choir members.
Education
George Fox UniversityNewberg, OR
Master of Arts in Teaching - MAT from Education
05-2014
University of OregonEugene, OR
Bachelor of Science in Music from Music
06-2012
Berklee College of MusicBoston, MA
No Degree from Music Performance
05-2012
Central Oregon Community CollegeBend, OR
Associate of Arts from General - Business
06-2010
Skills
- Vocal experience
- Music theory
- Choral conducting
- Sight reading
- Rehearsals
- Special events
- Vocal techniques
- Fundraising
Accomplishments
Central Oregon Regional District -2017- 1st place with 80 person 7th and 8th grade choir blend.
Organized and raised $27,000 funds for traveling jazz choir competition in Disneyland, 2016.
Secured grant for recording software for High Desert Middle School.
Certification
Licensed and Endorsed in the State of Oregon to Teach Music to grades K-12.
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Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
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Eastmont Christian School
Amanda Ahern
09.2020 - 06.2021
Choir Director - High Desert Middle School
Brian Crook/Wendy McCullough
08.2014 - 06.2018
George Fox University
Master of Arts in Teaching - MAT from Education
University of Oregon
Bachelor of Science in Music from Music
Berklee College of Music
No Degree from Music Performance
Central Oregon Community College
Associate of Arts from General - Business