Claire Timmerman
Cincinnati,United States
Summary
Inspiring Music Teacher with 19 years experience, eager to impart love of music and performance experience onto students. Exceptional skill developing performance groups and ensembles to showcase skill growth. Well-versed in teaching students in one-on-one lessons, as well as classroom and small group environments.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Violin and Cello Teacher
School For Creative & Performing Arts
01.2022 - Current
- Teaching Individual and Group lessons
- Organize shows and performances and collaborates with other faculty.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Work effectively in fast-paced environments.
Independent Music Teacher
Claire Timmerman Studio
04.2004 - Current
- Individual and group instruction ages 3-adult
- Suzuki, traditional, and non-traditional (jazz, rock, blues, improvisation) violin and cello lessons.
- Innovative teaching style tailored to meet individual student needs and cultivated inclusive learning environment.
- Scheduled shows and performances
- Mentored students of different ages and backgrounds in music theory, composition and performance
- Held afterschool meetings and rehearsals in preparation for shows
- Collaborated with other music teachers to expand student knowledge and deliver comprehensive learning experiences
Singer-Songwriter
Self Employed
01.2004 - Current
- Guitar, violin, cello and voice
- Independent music Composer/ Performer, Debut album released April 2013 "Between Worlds"; Performed original works at acclaimed festivals and concert halls internationally since 2010; multi-genre multi-instrumentalist.
- Composed and arranged music and recorded music in studios for radio, film, or television.
- Promoted musical career by maintaining website or social media presence.
Music teacher
Wyoming Fine Arts Center
03.2012 - 12.2023
- Suzuki method, improvisation, Blues and Jazz, group classes ages 3 and up.
- Incorporated creative activities into lessons to engage students and spark interest in music
- Attended faculty meetings and collaborated with other fine arts teachers.
- Designed and taught summer camps
- Taught private and group lessons to more than 100 students
Violin and Cello Teacher
Cincinnati Music Academy
07.2013 - 01.2020
- Scheduled and coordinated shows and performances with students and other faculty.
- Suzuki, traditional, and non-traditional (jazz, rock, blues) violin and cello private lesson teacher.
- Managed all billing and scheduling
Director of Suzuki Program, Head of Strings Dept.
Cincinnati Music Academy
06.2013 - 01.2016
- Planned and implemented staff development and in-service training programs to enhance knowledge and skills.
- Evaluated programs and monitored implementation and compliance with regulations to achieve objectives.
- Organized and allocated resources required to meet needs of 45 students and 5 instructors.
- Managed all communications with prospective students.
- Coordinated concerts with local businesses.
Music Coordinator, Administrative Assistant, Nutrition Consultant
Mr. K's College Math Consortium
10.2007 - 06.2011
- Designed curriculum for a math-based music class in a Montessori setting; students learned rhythm notation, music theory, composition, and had two performances per year.
Retail Co-Manager
Clifton Natural Foods
10.2006 - 04.2009
- Controlled store inventory and reviewed cash handling and operations reports.
- Effectively allocated tasks during high-traffic times to keep operations running smoothly and employees focused.
- Coached employees and trained on methods for handling various aspects of sales, complicated issues, and difficult customers.
- Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems, and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
- Trained and developed new employees for ease of transition into team.
Violin and Cello Teacher
Peaslee Neighborhood Center
09.2005 - 01.2006
- Individual and group lessons on violin, cello, and guitar in the following styles: Classical, Suzuki, Jazz, Hip Hop, Pop, Blues.
- Curriculum development
- Attended department meetings and collaborated with other faculty.
Education
Jazz Studies And Music Performance
Université Paris 8 Music
Paris, France2011
Music Therapy
University of Dayton
2005
Skills
- Cello, Violin, Guitar
- Composition
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Classroom Management
- Faculty collaboration
- Performing and producing Concerts
- Lesson Planning
- Instructional Techniques
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Education
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
Certification
- Certified Suzuki Violin Teacher through book 3
- Certified Suzuki Cello Teacher Book 1
Timeline
Violin and Cello Teacher
School For Creative & Performing Arts
01.2022 - Current
Violin and Cello Teacher
Cincinnati Music Academy
07.2013 - 01.2020
Director of Suzuki Program, Head of Strings Dept.
Cincinnati Music Academy
06.2013 - 01.2016
Music teacher
Wyoming Fine Arts Center
03.2012 - 12.2023
Music Coordinator, Administrative Assistant, Nutrition Consultant
Mr. K's College Math Consortium
10.2007 - 06.2011
Retail Co-Manager
Clifton Natural Foods
10.2006 - 04.2009
Violin and Cello Teacher
Peaslee Neighborhood Center
09.2005 - 01.2006
Independent Music Teacher
Claire Timmerman Studio
04.2004 - Current
Singer-Songwriter
Self Employed
01.2004 - Current
Jazz Studies And Music Performance
Université Paris 8 Music
Music Therapy
University of Dayton
- Certified Suzuki Violin Teacher through book 3
- Certified Suzuki Cello Teacher Book 1
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