My goal is to make music approachable and enjoyable for individuals of all ages and backgrounds. I strive to maintain an educational environment that is compassionate, respectful, and engaging.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Music Teacher
Exeter West Greenwich Regional School District
Exeter, RI
2023.08 - Current
Teacher for music classes in grades PreK through 1 in both Wawloam Elementary and Lineham School.
Maintained a positive learning environment by providing encouragement and constructive criticism during lessons.
Design and implement lessons that encourage musical collaboration and appreciation.
Purchased instruments and equipment needed for lessons or performances as necessary within budget constraints.
Student Teacher
Bristol Warren Regional School District
Bristol, RI
2023.03 - 2023.05
Experienced the role of a full-time band director and musical instructor for grades ninth through twelfth.
Led rehearsals for both the symphonic and concert wind bands to prepare for public concerts.
Taught multiple sections of music theory and guitar class.
Regularly, sectionals are held for brass and woodwind instrumentalists to refine technique for performance.
Student Teacher
South Kingstown School District
Wakefield, RI
2023.01 - 2023.03
Developed lesson plans and activities to engage students in grades kindergarten through fifth.
Collaborated with the music faculty to enhance student engagement in sections of general music and chorus.
Placed a strong emphasis on teaching singing, playing percussion, along with ukulele and recorder for upper grades.
Lighting and Sound Design
Shoreham Wading River Central School District
Shoreham, NY
2017.01 - 2019.06
Worked alongside the musical director to design and implement stage lighting for live performances.
Repair and maintenance of Altman and ETC lighting equipment.
Coordinated musical cues and effects within the script for the Yamaha auditorium sound system, along with board operation.
Education
Bachelor of Music in Music Education
University of Rhode Island
Kingston, RI
2023-05
Skills
Teaching
Conducting
Performing
Curriculum Development and Lesson Planning
Advanced music theory
Group and individual instruction
Certification
RIDE Certified music teacher (Grades Pre-K through 12)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Music Teacher
Exeter West Greenwich Regional School District
2023.08 - Current
Student Teacher
Bristol Warren Regional School District
2023.03 - 2023.05
Student Teacher
South Kingstown School District
2023.01 - 2023.03
Lighting and Sound Design
Shoreham Wading River Central School District
2017.01 - 2019.06
RIDE Certified music teacher (Grades Pre-K through 12)
Bachelor of Music in Music Education
University of Rhode Island
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