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Connor McCowan

Houston,TX

Summary

Professional educator skilled in creating dynamic, inclusive classroom experiences that drive student success. Adept at leveraging diverse instructional strategies to meet varied learning needs, ensuring comprehensive understanding of material. Known for collaborative approach and adaptability in ever-evolving educational settings, with focus on critical thinking and communication.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Judge

Region 3 District Auditions
09.2022

Head Choral Director

La Porte ISD
08.2023 - Current
  • Organized community events to promote ensemble's visibility.
  • Managed choir budget for successful event planning.
  • Scheduled performances to align with community celebrations.
  • Spearheaded fundraising initiatives to support choir activities.
  • Maintained regular communication with parents and guardians through newsletters, emails, or conferences, keeping them informed of their child''s progress in the choral program.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment by promoting collaboration and teamwork among choir members.

Associate Choral Director

Ted Polk Middle School
08.2022 - 05.2023
  • Conducted rehearsals to ensure choir readiness for performances.
  • Collaborated with music departments to support school events. (i.e. school musical)
  • Prepared students at the beginning and junior-varsity level for higher-level musical performances
  • Led choir in achieving high ratings at music festivals.
  • Maintained calendars of events and assisted in event planning.

Student Conductor

TCDA Summer Convention
07.2022 - 07.2022
  • Worked with university professors on teaching and conducting abilities
  • Conducted my fellow student conductors in a reading session for the TCDA membership

Counselor

TAMUC All-State Camp
07.2019 - 07.2022
  • Oversaw the care and needs of campers during camp
  • Helped with logistical and musicals needs for campers and staff

Student Teacher

Highland Park HS
01.2022 - 02.2022
  • Assisted teaching in all classes preparing for UIL C&SR and S&E
  • Lead taught an ensemble that received a 1 rating at UIL S&E Contest

Music Intern

UPC Greenville
08.2020 - 12.2020
  • Assisted the music director in logistical and musical needs for the church
  • Led rehearsals and services in absence of the music director

Education

Bachelor of Music Education -

Texas A&M University-Commerce
Commerce, TX
05.2022

High School -

Dr. Ralph H. Poteet High School
Mesquite, TX
05.2018

Skills

  • Public speaking
  • Fundraising
  • Teaching experience
  • Social media promotion
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking
  • Reliability
  • Excellent communication

Affiliations

  • Texas Music Educators Association
  • Texas Choral Directors Association
  • Mu Phi Epsilon
  • Sigma Chi International Fraternity

Timeline

Head Choral Director

La Porte ISD
08.2023 - Current

Judge

Region 3 District Auditions
09.2022

Associate Choral Director

Ted Polk Middle School
08.2022 - 05.2023

Student Conductor

TCDA Summer Convention
07.2022 - 07.2022

Student Teacher

Highland Park HS
01.2022 - 02.2022

Music Intern

UPC Greenville
08.2020 - 12.2020

Counselor

TAMUC All-State Camp
07.2019 - 07.2022

High School -

Dr. Ralph H. Poteet High School

Bachelor of Music Education -

Texas A&M University-Commerce
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