Ashley Murcia
Cumming,GA
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Jordan Middle School and Piano Fortissimo, excelling in innovative lesson planning and relationship building. Elevated student engagement through creative instruction and cultural sensitivity, significantly enhancing learning outcomes. Expert in SMART board technology and effective listening, adept at fostering family involvement and student achievement.
Passionate Strings and Guitar Teacher with 3 years of experience creating customized lesson plans, managing student progress and providing quality instruction to over 300 students. Proficient in instructing students of all ages, talents, and skill levels. In-depth knowledge of music theory and practical techniques and methods.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Jordan Middle School Orchestra/Guitar Teacher
Melissa Miller
02.2024 - Current
- Assessed each student's playing talent to tailor instruction to meet individual needs.
- Developed comprehensive plans to increase repertoire, technical abilities and aural development.
- Built rapport with students and family members.
- Developed lesson curriculum based on student skill level.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
Music Summer Camp Coordinator
Inna Yalovska
06.2022 - Current
- Supervised, guided and assisted students during crafts, art projects, games and other activities to provide developmental stimulation.
- Monitored camper behavior during activities, effectively handling discipline situations and encouraging positive behavior.
- Safeguarded campers, providing general first aid and distributing medication to children as directed.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
Piano Fortissimo- Private Strings Instructor
Inna Yalovska
05.2022 - Current
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
- Tested students to assess progress and adapted learning plans in alignment with performance.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Music
University of North Georgia
Dahlonega, GA05-2023
Skills
- Relationship building
- Innovative lesson planning
- Learning strategies
- Cultural sensitivity
- Creative lesson plan development
- SMART board aptitude
- Assigning and grading work
- Group and individual instruction
- Effective listening
- Standardized testing techniques
- Critical thinking
- Family involvement
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Italian
Elementary
Timeline
Jordan Middle School Orchestra/Guitar Teacher
Melissa Miller
02.2024 - Current
Music Summer Camp Coordinator
Inna Yalovska
06.2022 - Current
Piano Fortissimo- Private Strings Instructor
Inna Yalovska
05.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Music
University of North Georgia
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