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Brenda Brothers

DeSoto,TX

Summary

Driven by a passion for educational excellence leveraging differentiated instruction and effective communication at several school districts to foster significant increases in student engagement and choir participation. The use of a collaborative approach and classroom management skills have consistently enhanced learning environments, motivating students and securing community support for various programs.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Educator

Retired Educator
08.2005 - 06.2015
  • Built relationships and communicated with parents, staff, and community to provide best learning environment for the whole child.
  • Collaborated with students, colleagues, and administration to develop and revise curriculum, that enhanced various learning strategies to meet the unique and specific needs of students.
  • Established strong relationships with parents, staff and community through regular communication, fostering a supportive network for student success.
  • Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
  • Creative, flexible,and effective verbal and non verbal communicator.

Choir Director

Memphis City Schools District
07.2001 - 06.2005
  • Inspired a love of choral music in students, leading to an increase in choir participation and student retention and academics.
  • Provided oversight and administration for Orff music programs.
  • Educated students on proper vocal techniques, vocal warm-ups and performance etiquette.
  • Conducted rehearsals to keep performers prepared for successful performances.
  • Organized successful fundraising campaigns to assist parents and students in affording required attire.
  • Increased community engagement with regular public and school concerts and events.

Intermediate Grades 4th and 5th Theatre and Choir

Lamar Consolidated ISD
08.1983 - 06.1995
  • Ensured compliance with state and federal regulations through thorough documentation of ARD meetings and decisions.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of instructional interventions through ongoing data collection and analysis, adjusting approaches as needed to support continuous improvement.
  • Developed IEP goals based on assessment results and student needs, guiding instructional planning to promote success.
  • Monitored student progress through data analysis, adjusting strategies as needed to maximize growth and achievement.
  • See other aforementioned music descriptions.
  • Classes were focused on differentiated learning to incorporate best pracices

Orff Music

Houston ISD
08.1982 - 06.1993

Organized successful concerts and recitals, showcasing students'' talents and hard work.

  • Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
  • Incorporated creative activities into lessons to engage students and spark interest in music.
  • Enhanced students'' understanding of music theory through engaging activities and exercises.
  • Fostered creativity by encouraging improvisation, composition, and arrangement within the classroom setting.
  • Mentored students in various ensembles, boosting their confidence and performance skills.
  • Improved student musicianship by incorporating a variety of teaching methods and techniques.
  • Motivated students to practice consistently through goal-setting, tracking progress, and providing constructive feedback.
  • Taught curriculum enhanced lesson plans to educate all students about fundamentals and history of music.

Education

ED.S - Leadership, Supervision And Curriculum And Instruc

Union University
Jackson, TN
05.2005

M. Ed - Education

Union University
Jackson, TN
05.1995

Bachelor of Arts - Music Education

Langston University
Langston, OK
05.1975

Skills

  • Classroom Management
  • Lesson Planning
  • Parent Interaction
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Collaborative learning
  • Results oriented
  • Effective verbal and nonverbal communicator
  • Professional communicator to enhance, motivate, and inspire others inside and outside of classroom

Timeline

Educator

Retired Educator
08.2005 - 06.2015

Choir Director

Memphis City Schools District
07.2001 - 06.2005

Intermediate Grades 4th and 5th Theatre and Choir

Lamar Consolidated ISD
08.1983 - 06.1995

Orff Music

Houston ISD
08.1982 - 06.1993

ED.S - Leadership, Supervision And Curriculum And Instruc

Union University

M. Ed - Education

Union University

Bachelor of Arts - Music Education

Langston University
Brenda Brothers