Amy York Pyne
Englewood,Colorado
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Busy Bee Early Learning Center
Centennial, CO
10.2016 - Current
- Create and implement new play based curriculum that adheres to State Standards
- Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.
- Developed positive relationships with students, families, staff members, and outside agencies.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and behavioral issues.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in early childhood education.
- Established clear expectations for classroom behavior and routines.
- Supported at-risk students by providing additional assistance in order to help them reach grade level standards.
- Assisted students in developing critical thinking skills through problem solving exercises.
- Empowered students with lessons on setting realistic goals and advocating for needs.
Founder/Director/ Music Director
Theatre for Orphans
Saint Petersburg
12.2009 - Current
- Founder of four theatre programs for orphanages, children's hospitals, and refugees from Afghanistan living in Russia.
- I use theatre education and music education as a means of therapy and expression for special needs children and at-risk-youth
- Helped children create, write, and perform their own plays and musicals.
Director/ Teacher/ Music Director
Christian Youth Theatre
Denver, CO
12.2010 - 12.2018
- I taught music and some theatre classes for preschool, elementary, middle, and high school students
- Produced and directed multiple shows a year
- Served as the Director, Music Director, or Choreographer for musical productions throughout the year.
- Directed summer camps.
- Served as a Vocal Coach.
Director/ Music Teacher
Escuela de Guadalupe
Denver, CO
07.2011 - 09.2013
- I taught music and some theatre classes for preschool and elementary students in English and Spanish.
- Produced and directed multiple shows a year.
- Conducted the choir and band for bi-weekly Mass in both languages.
- Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
- Evaluated students on monthly basis and adjusted lessons accordingly to incorporate improvements.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
Vocal Coach and Piano Teacher
Amy Pyne Music Studio
Denver, CO
07.2010 - Current
- I teach private voice and piano lessons for beginning level through adult learners.
- Create personalized and differentiated lesson plans for individuals needs and goals.
- Plan, arrange, and direct multiple recitals each year to showcase student’s work and build confidence.
Teaching Artist/ Assistant Director
Dallas Children's Theatre
Dallas, TX
06.2005 - 08.2010
- Responsible for staging, music directing and choreographing children on stage.
- Wrote scripts, lyrics, melody line and kept organized notes and schedules.
- Maintained good relations with parents and with directors.
- Created a curriculum for DISD and Big Thought.
- I taught summer school through the medium of theatre and music.
- Fostered a culture of respect, creativity, and collaboration among students.
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Busy Bee Early Learning Center
10.2016 - Current
Director/ Music Teacher
Escuela de Guadalupe
07.2011 - 09.2013
Director/ Teacher/ Music Director
Christian Youth Theatre
12.2010 - 12.2018
Vocal Coach and Piano Teacher
Amy Pyne Music Studio
07.2010 - Current
Founder/Director/ Music Director
Theatre for Orphans
12.2009 - Current
Teaching Artist/ Assistant Director
Dallas Children's Theatre
06.2005 - 08.2010