Bridget Ogoo
Mastic Beach
Summary
Music education professional, well-versed in curriculum development and student engagement techniques. Proven ability to cultivate a collaborative environment that supports individual growth and collective success. Known for adaptability and commitment to achieving high educational standards.
Overview
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Certification
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Teaching
Longwood School District, Coram Elementary School
General Music K-4
- Developed lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Facilitated classroom activities that promoted critical thinking and collaboration among students.
Brentwood School District, Brentwood Freshmen Center: Chorus 9th
- Conducted and Accompanied choir
- Generated sight-singing examples
- Taught private and group instruction
- Accompanied and scheduled students for NYSSMA
- Prepared and chaperoned students for the Choral Festival under judication of Broadway star Daniel Torres
Choir Director
Long Island Community Choir
- Organized auditions, streamlining selection processes to attract talented vocalists.
- Conducted weekly rehearsals, enhancing vocal techniques and musical interpretation.
- Developed and implemented diverse choral programs, fostering community engagement and participation.
- Coordinated performances, ensuring high-quality presentations that showcased choir talent.
- Mentored choir members, providing constructive feedback to improve individual skills.
Piano instruction
Private studio
05.2016 - Current
- Developed individualized lesson plans tailored to each student's learning style and goals.
- Provided constructive feedback to enhance performance and foster musical growth.
- Conducted regular assessments to evaluate student progress and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss student development and address any concerns or challenges.
- Implemented engaging activities that enhanced students' understanding of music theory concepts.
- Boosted student confidence in their abilities through consistent positive reinforcement and encouragement.
Voice and Piano instructor
Jimmy Osbourne Music Center
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Developed individualized lesson plans tailored to student skill levels and goals.
- Implemented innovative teaching methods to foster creativity in musical expression.
- Prepared students for recitals, NYSSMA, and other performance opportunities to showcase student achievements.
- Established strong music foundation with students by incorporating basic music theory into weekly lessons.
Education
Bachelor Degree - Music Education K-12
Five Towns College
Dix Hills NYSkills
- Applied music theory
- Piano and voice instruction
- Choral conducting
- Rehearsals
- Sight-singing techniques
- Ensemble direction
- Performance preparation
- Music theory
- Ear training
Certification
NYSED certification
Timeline
Voice and Piano instructor
Jimmy Osbourne Music Center
01.2018 - 01.2019
Piano instruction
Private studio
05.2016 - Current
Student Teaching
Choir Director
Long Island Community Choir
Bachelor Degree - Music Education K-12
Five Towns College
Performances
- Chamber Singers: Spring 2017- Fall 2017
- Sang under the direction of Steven Pagano
- Alice Tully Hall, Lincoln Center: Performed Carl Steubing's "Brothers"
- Good Shepherd Church, New York City: Benefit concert
- Vocal Jazz Ensemble: Fall 2017
- Concert Band: Summer 2016, Fall 2017- Five Towns College
- Contemporary A Cappella: May 2016- Five Towns College
- FTC Choir: December 2015, 2017- Five Towns College