Crystal Q. Hanna-King M.A., NBCT
Montgomery,AL
Summary
Energetic and Knowledgeable Band Director with 18 years of experience. Successful at teaching musical instruments, planning concerts and monitoring individual student growth. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude, while cultivating an inspiring workspace for students.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Guitar Teacher
Montgomery Public Schools, Carver Elementary and Arts Magnet School
08.2023 - Current
- Provided guitar instruction to students of varying age and skill levels.
- Developed lesson curriculum based on student skill level.
- Created and distributed invoices to clients to foster timely payment.
- Assisted clients in preparing for auditions or performances
- Pursued ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with trends, techniques, and best practices in teaching guitar.
- Fostered an inclusive learning environment by accommodating the unique needs of each student while maintaining high expectations for all learners.
- Collaborated with fellow music teachers to create comprehensive curriculums that catered to various skill levels and interests.
- Developed comprehensive plans to increase repertoire, technical abilities, and aural development.
- Enhanced student performance by incorporating diverse teaching methods and guitar techniques.
- Developed personalized lesson plans for individual students, resulting in improved skill development and understanding of musical concepts.
- Provided constructive feedback to students, helping them refine their technique and foster a growth mindset.
- Built rapport with students and family members.
- Utilized multimedia resources such as software programs, video recordings, or online tutorials in support of effective instruction in guitar playing techniques.
- Assessed each student's playing talent to tailor instruction to meet individual needs.
Middle School Band Director
The School of Discovery
08.2016 - Current
- Monitored student progress based on detailed weekly lesson plans and assessments.
- Maintained studio of 40+ 6th grade instrument students in preparation for concert, competitions and to secure prominent high school band roles.
- Assessed musicians and assigned instruments and parts for songs and concerts.
- Planned 4-5 concerts yearly and marketed concerts to students, parents and general public.
- Directed groups at rehearsals and live or recorded performances to achieve desired effects such as tonal and harmonic balance dynamics, rhythm and tempo.
- Inventoried, maintained, repaired and purchased new instruments and gear for department.
- Auditioned and selected performers for musical presentations.
- Transposed pieces from one instrument to another and one key to another to accommodate client and musician preferences.
- Positioned members within groups to obtain balance among instrumental sections.
Department Chair/Middle School Band Director
R.B. Hudson STEAM Academy
08.2012 - Current
- Started with one band class ad several music appreciation classes. Band program now consists of Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced Band.
- My curriculum consists music appreciation, music theory, music history, recorder, as well as guitar, keyboard, and band instruments
- Planned 5+ performances yearly, including combined performances with Selma High School’s band, and marketed concerts to students, parents and general public.
- Inventoried, maintained, repaired and purchased new instruments and gear for department.
- Assessed musicians and assigned instruments and parts for songs and concerts.
- Collaborated with performers and producers to determine and achieve desired sound for production.
- Directed groups at rehearsals and live or recorded performances to achieve desired effects such as tonal and harmonic balance dynamics, rhythm and tempo.
- Auditioned and selected performers for musical presentations.
- Transposed pieces from one instrument to another and one key to another to accommodate client and musician preferences.
- Positioned members within groups to obtain balance among instrumental or vocal sections.
- Monitored student progress based on detailed weekly lesson plans and assessments.
- Maintained studio of 90 band instrument students in preparation for concerts, competitions and to secure prominent high school roles.
- Transcribed ideas for musical compositions into musical notations using instruments, pen and paper, and computers.
Music Appreciation Adjunct
Alabama State University
06.2007 - 05.2018
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions and chords.
- Mentored struggling students with individualized approach to enhance learning.
- Planned and executed targeted lesson plans to instruct on music theory, music history and performance etiquette.
- Taught students to identify different instruments from instrument's sound and shape.
- Maintained student records and evaluated each pupil's musical growth and musical understanding, using Blackboard.
- Guided and instructed 2 classes of 40, per semester, music students in music theory and instrument playing.
- Taught music appreciation, history and fundamentals to vocalists and musicians of varying skill levels.
- Coordinated with departmental employees to maintain continuity of music lesson objectives, planning and execution.
Middle School Band Director
Johnnie Carr Middle School
06.2009 - 05.2012
- Band program transitioned each year: 1st year 7th-9th grade; 2nd year 7th-8th grade; 3rd year and 6th-8th grade. Despite transitions, beginner band classes went from approximately 50 beginners to 100 beginners.
- Taught band, music theory, music history, recorder, guitar, and keyboard.
- Planned five performances yearly, including a music appreciation class showcase, and marketed concerts to students, parents, and general public.
- Monitored student progress based on detailed weekly lesson plans and assessments.
- Maintained studio of around 130 music students (band, recorder, keyboard, and guitar) in preparation for concert competitions and to secure prominent music performance roles at thehigh school level.
- Inventoried, maintained, repaired and purchased new instruments and gear for department.
- Assessed musicians and assigned instruments and parts for songs and concerts.
- Collaborated with performers and producers to determine and achieve desired sound for production.
- Directed groups at rehearsals and live or recorded performances to achieve desired effects such as tonal and harmonic balance dynamics, rhythm and tempo.
- Auditioned and selected performers for musical presentations.
- Transposed pieces from one instrument to another and one key to another to accommodate client and musician preferences.
- Positioned members within groups to obtain balance among instrumental or vocal sections.
Elementary General Music Teacher
Byrd Elementary
08.2005 - 06.2009
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions and chords.
- Mentored struggling students with individualized approach to enhance learning.
- Advised parents of student progress by communicating student's achievements and developing methods for improvement.
- Prepared students for live vocal and instrumental performances by creating stage sets, props and costumes.
- Taught students to identify different instruments from instrument's sound and shape.
- Maintained student records and evaluated each pupil's musical growth, performance and musical understanding.
- Instructed individuals and groups in vocal and dance movements to foster music appreciation and comprehension.
- Directed vocal music students in entry-level group songs such as rounds.
- Developed daily lesson plans to generate interest in vocals, movements and use of classroom instruments.
- Organized musical equipment thoughtfully to develop classroom routines, managing materials efficiently with minimal lost activity time.
- Led instrumental students in playing simple ensemble songs.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Taught curriculum enhanced lesson plans to educate 130students about fundamentals and history of music
Elementary General Music Teacher
Clark Elementary
08.2005 - 06.2009
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions and chords.
- Mentored struggling students with individualized approach to enhance learning.
- Advised parents of student progress by communicating student's achievements and developing methods for improvement.
- Prepared students for live vocal and instrumental performances by creating stage sets, props and costumes.
- Taught students to identify different instruments from instrument's sound and shape.
- Maintained student records and evaluated each pupil's musical growth, performance and musical understanding.
- Instructed individuals and groups in vocal and dance movements to foster music appreciation and comprehension.
- Directed vocal music students in entry-level group songs such as rounds.
- Developed daily lesson plans to generate interest in vocals, movements and use of classroom instruments.
- Organized musical equipment thoughtfully to develop classroom routines, managing materials efficiently with minimal lost activity time.
- Led instrumental students in playing simple ensemble songs.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Taught curriculum enhanced lesson plans to educate 160 students about fundamentals and history of music
Education
National Board Teacher Certification
12.2022
Master of Arts - Music Education, Instrumental
University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL08.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education, Instrumental
Alabama State University
Montgomery, AL05.2003
High School Diploma -
Everman High School
Everman, TX05.1999
Skills
- Band Director
- Public Speaking
- Instrument Performance
- Differentiated Instruction
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Curriculum Selection
- Individualized Lesson Plans
- Instructional Techniques
- Music Arrangements
- Student Engagement
- Activity Organization
- Team Collaboration
- Instrument Maintenance Proficiency
- Instructional Strategies
- Parent Communication
- Technology
Timeline
Guitar Teacher
Montgomery Public Schools, Carver Elementary and Arts Magnet School
08.2023 - Current
Middle School Band Director
The School of Discovery
08.2016 - Current
Department Chair/Middle School Band Director
R.B. Hudson STEAM Academy
08.2012 - Current
Middle School Band Director
Johnnie Carr Middle School
06.2009 - 05.2012
Music Appreciation Adjunct
Alabama State University
06.2007 - 05.2018
Elementary General Music Teacher
Byrd Elementary
08.2005 - 06.2009
Elementary General Music Teacher
Clark Elementary
08.2005 - 06.2009
National Board Teacher Certification
Master of Arts - Music Education, Instrumental
University of Alabama
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education, Instrumental
Alabama State University
High School Diploma -
Everman High School