David Chavez
Shelton,CT
Summary
Passionate and enthusiastic leader that is self motivated to bring about the best outcomes for student growth and learning. Skilled educator and communicator with over 20 years of experience in public education.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Music Teacher
Nichols Elementary School
02.2022 - Current
- 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.
- Assessed student performance and provided constructive feedback to guide progress.
- Planned and executed targeted lesson plans to instruct on music theory, music history, and performance etiquette.
- Tailored instruction to meet individual student needs and cultivated inclusive learning environment.
- Taught students Ukulele, Piano, and Voice
- Directed 5th and 6th Grade Chorus. Prepared Chorus for Winter and Spring Concert. Collaborated with other arts teachers to put on performances.
Elementary Music Teacher
Cesar Batalla Bridgeport Public Schools
08.2021 - 02.2022
- Instructed individuals and groups in vocal and dance movements to foster music appreciation and comprehension.
- Taught students to identify different instruments from instrument's sound and shape.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Collaborated with teachers and students to create a winter virtual concert.
Private Piano Instructor
Purple Deer Music
05.2021 - 01.2022
- Communicated regularly with parents to provide information about children's progress and challenges.
- Arranged lessons to accommodate each student's unique goals and interests.
- Established strong music foundation with students by incorporating basic music theory into weekly lessons.
- Conducted individual and group music lessons lasting from 30 to 60 minutes each.
- Selected music from various genres for use as teaching pieces.
- Audio-recorded performances for playback to help students identify mistakes and areas for improvement.
General Vocal Music Teacher
MS 244 NYC Public Schools
09.2005 - 06.2021
- Mentor teacher for district 10
- Cooperating Teacher for student teachers for NYU, Aaron Copeland School of Music, Lehman College, and Nyack School of Music
- Taught fundamentals such as projection, breathing and vocal techniques.
- Helped students prepare for auditions and special events.
- 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.
- Taught curriculum enhanced lesson plans to educate over 750 students weekly about fundamentals and history of music.
Senior Pastor
Emmanuel Spanish Baptist Church
09.2013 - 06.2017
- Directed and Supervised 10 volunteer staff members
- Created annual report to denomination, church members, and key stakeholders of community.
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Provided crisis response and counseling to church members.
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
- Collaborated with church leadership to plan master calendar of events.
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
Education
6th Year in Educational Administration - Education Administration
University of Bridgeport
Bridgeport, CT12.2023
Masters of Divinity - Church Development
Alliance Theological Seminary
Nyack05.2017
Master of Arts - Music Education
Lehman College of The City University of New York
The Bronx, NY05.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Music
Alliance University
Nyack, NY05.2005
Skills
- Proficient in Spanish
- Rehearsals
- Program Development
- Learning Enhancement
- Supply Coordination
- School Assembly Preparations
- Special Events
- Mentorship
- Supervision
Certification
- 092 Pending Certification
- 049 Music, PK-12
- NY Professional Teaching Certificate - Vocal Music K-12
Volunteer Work
Locally ordained Pastor for Citywide church in Bridgeport, CT. Provide spiritual counseling, pre-marital classes, workshops, bible studies, and pulpit supply. Direct and supervise counseling department.
Timeline
Music Teacher
Nichols Elementary School
02.2022 - Current
Elementary Music Teacher
Cesar Batalla Bridgeport Public Schools
08.2021 - 02.2022
Private Piano Instructor
Purple Deer Music
05.2021 - 01.2022
Senior Pastor
Emmanuel Spanish Baptist Church
09.2013 - 06.2017
General Vocal Music Teacher
MS 244 NYC Public Schools
09.2005 - 06.2021
6th Year in Educational Administration - Education Administration
University of Bridgeport
Masters of Divinity - Church Development
Alliance Theological Seminary
Master of Arts - Music Education
Lehman College of The City University of New York
Bachelor of Arts - Music
Alliance University
- 092 Pending Certification
- 049 Music, PK-12
- NY Professional Teaching Certificate - Vocal Music K-12
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