Bre Matzen
Blair,NE
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Wayne State College, adept in student engagement and integrating new concepts, leveraging collaborative teaching methods. Experience as a pianist and guitarist. Recognized for elevating student performance and fostering a deep appreciation for music across diverse age groups.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary General Music Teacher
St. Mary's Elementary
Wayne, NE
01.2025 - Current
- Tailor educational, music materials to accommodate diverse student interests.
Music Academy Teacher
Wayne State College
Wayne, NE
01.2024 - Current
- Teach voice and guitar to a wide variety of students.
Nebraska SMART Tutor
Wayne State College
Wayne, NE
01.2024 - Current
- Virtually assist students across Nebraska with their homework.
Music Tutor
Wayne State College
Wayne, NE
08.2023 - Current
- Assist college students who need help in music courses.
Peer Mentor
Wayne State College
Wayne, NE
08.2023 - Current
- Co-teach a Freshman First Year Experience course with another professor on campus.
Summer Stars Teacher
University of Nebraska Lincoln
Omaha, NE
06.2023 - Current
- Teach students 9-12 in low income households an English course over the summer months.
Music Judge
Laural-Concord-Coleridge
Coleridge, NE
05.2024 - 05.2024
- Judged both vocal and instrumental ensemble, small group, and solo performances by middle schoolers and high schoolers.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Music Education And Music Performance
Wayne State College
WayneSkills
- Student engagement
- World music integration
- Collaborative teaching
- Ear training
- Kodály method
- Pianist
- Guitarist
Affiliations
- Member and Vice President of WSC's NAfME Chapter
- President of WSC Honors Club
Accomplishments
- 2022 Regional NATS Collegiate Singing Competition Semi-Finalist
- 2024 State NATS Collegiate Singing Competition First Place
Certification
- Local Substitute License
Volunteer Experience
- Highway cleanup in Wayne, NE with WSC Honors Club
- Spotlight on Promise (perform at retirement homes in Wayne, NE)
References
- Dr. Sarah Farr | Voice Instructor | safarr1@wsc.edu
- Dr. Matthew Armstrong | Choir Director | maarmst1@wsc.edu
- Sara Westerhold | St. Mary's Principal | 402-276-7261
Timeline
Elementary General Music Teacher
St. Mary's Elementary
01.2025 - Current
Music Judge
Laural-Concord-Coleridge
05.2024 - 05.2024
Music Academy Teacher
Wayne State College
01.2024 - Current
Nebraska SMART Tutor
Wayne State College
01.2024 - Current
Music Tutor
Wayne State College
08.2023 - Current
Peer Mentor
Wayne State College
08.2023 - Current
Summer Stars Teacher
University of Nebraska Lincoln
06.2023 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Music Education And Music Performance
Wayne State College
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