Amber Scales
Lubbock
Summary
To obtain a position in a middle school or high school teacher, pursuing professional growth within that position, and securing an opportunity to help students learn academically and prepare for a successful future.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
Post, TX
07.2023 - Current
- Supervised inmate activities to ensure compliance with facility regulations.
- Conducted regular security checks to maintain safety and prevent contraband entry.
- Collaborated with team members to develop and implement operational procedures.
- Trained new staff on safety protocols and emergency response procedures.
Music Teacher
Pampa ISD
Pampa, TX
08.2019 - 05.2023
- Developed and implemented engaging music curriculum for diverse student populations.
- Conducted individual and group lessons to enhance students' musical skills and creativity.
- Organized and led school-wide music performances, fostering community involvement and student confidence.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate music education into interdisciplinary teaching strategies.
Head Choir Director (Asst. High School Director)
Brownwood Middle School
Brownwood, TX
08.2011 - 06.2015
- Assist head high school director with managing all aspects of 4A high school choral program.
- Manage all aspects of a CC middle school choral program
- Manage sightreading pedagogy with all groups, including directing UIL sightreading process
- Assist students by section with musical development
- Assist students individually with solo/ensemble development
- Conduct recruitment concerts within intermediate and middle school to encourage program participation and growth
- Cultivate professional relationship with all campus staff members, as well as nurture teacher-student relationships within the total program
Asst. Choir Director
Pampa Junior High School
Pampa, TX
08.2008 - 06.2011
- Assist head choral director with managing all aspects of a CC junior high school choral program
- Manage sightreading pedagogy with all groups, including directing UIL sightreading process
- Assist students by section with musical development
- Assist students individually with solo/ensemble development
- Conduct recruitment concerts within elementary and middle school to encourage program participation and growth
- Cultivate professional relationship with all campus staff members, as well as nurture teacher-student relationships within the total program
Interim Minister of Music
First Baptist Church – Panhandle
Panhandle, TX
07.2007 - 12.2008
- Develop and maintain Christ-centered musical ministry to Adult Choir members through:
- Increasing and maintaining exposure to traditional and contemporary church anthems
- Planning weekly music worship for services
- Creating and maintaining seasonal performance goals within the yearly worship calendar
- Integrating instrumental and small vocal group combinations into regular worship schedules
- Developing rehearsal goals to continually enhance and augment basic vocal skills within the choir
Head Choir Director
Woodland Acres Middle School
Galena Park, TX
08.2003 - 12.2003
- Coordinate schedules with corresponding high school directors
- Manage all aspects of a CC middle school choral program
- Manage sightreading pedagogy with all groups, including directing UIL sightreading process
- Assist students by section with musical development
- Assist students individually with solo/ensemble development
- Conduct recruitment concerts within intermediate and middle school to encourage program participation and growth
- Cultivate professional relationship with all campus staff members, as well as nurture teacher-student relationships within the total program
Head Choir Director
Houston Junior High School
Hobbs, NM
08.2002 - 06.2003
- Coordinate schedules with high school director
- Manage all aspects of a CC junior high school choral program
- Manage sightreading pedagogy with all groups, including directing UIL sightreading process
- Assist students by section with musical development
- Assist students individually with solo/ensemble development
- Conduct recruitment concerts within intermediate and middle school to encourage program participation and growth
- Cultivate professional relationship with all campus staff members, as well as nurture teacher-student relationships within the total program
Head Choir Director
Heizer Junior High School
Hobbs, NM
08.2001 - 06.2002
- Coordinate schedules with high school director
- Manage all aspects of a CC junior high school choral program
- Manage sightreading pedagogy with all groups, including directing UIL sightreading process
- Assist students by section with musical development
- Assist students individually with solo/ensemble development
- Conduct recruitment concerts within intermediate and middle school to encourage program participation and growth
- Cultivate professional relationship with all campus staff members, as well as nurture teacher-student relationships within the total program
Education
Bachelor of Music Education Degree -
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Durant, OK05-2001
Skills
- First aid training
- Emergency response
- De-escalation techniques
- Conflict resolution skills
Affiliations
- Texas Music Educators’ Association
- Texas Choral Directors’ Association
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
07.2023 - Current
Music Teacher
Pampa ISD
08.2019 - 05.2023
Head Choir Director (Asst. High School Director)
Brownwood Middle School
08.2011 - 06.2015
Asst. Choir Director
Pampa Junior High School
08.2008 - 06.2011
Interim Minister of Music
First Baptist Church – Panhandle
07.2007 - 12.2008
Head Choir Director
Woodland Acres Middle School
08.2003 - 12.2003
Head Choir Director
Houston Junior High School
08.2002 - 06.2003
Head Choir Director
Heizer Junior High School
08.2001 - 06.2002
Bachelor of Music Education Degree -
Southeastern Oklahoma State University