DEBRA Hughes
Americus,GA
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
19
19
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Band Director
Sumter County Schools
07.1996 - Current
- Directed comprehensive music curriculum, enhancing student engagement and performance quality.
- Developed and implemented innovative rehearsal techniques to improve ensemble cohesiveness.
- Coordinated community performances, fostering school visibility and support for music programs.
- Mentored student musicians, cultivating leadership skills and musical proficiency within the band program.
- Evaluated student progress, providing constructive feedback to support individual growth in musicianship.
- Collaborated with faculty to integrate music education into broader academic objectives across the school district.
- Organized annual band competitions and festivals, promoting excellence in performance standards among participants.
- Advocated for resources to enhance program offerings, ensuring a diverse range of musical experiences for students.
- Inventoried, maintained, repaired, and purchased new instruments and gear for department.
- Monitored student progress based on detailed weekly lesson plans and assessments.
- Established strong relationships with students, parents, and school administrators to foster a supportive musical community.
Choir Director
First Baptist
08.2024 - Current
- Designed and implemented comprehensive choral programs to elevate musical education standards.
- Conducted weekly rehearsals, fostering vocal techniques and ensemble cohesion among diverse choir members.
BAND DIRECTOR
Covington County Schools
07.1994 - 05.1996
- Developed and implemented comprehensive music curriculum for diverse student populations.
- Conducted regular rehearsals, fostering teamwork and enhancing musical proficiency among students.
- Coordinated performances and competitions, promoting school spirit and community engagement.
Education
Master of Science - Music Education
Troy University
Troy, AL 06.1994 - 07.1997
Bachelor of Science - Music Education
Troy University
Troy, AL 09.1989 - 05.1994
High School Diploma -
Red Level High School
Red Level 09.1977 - 05.1989
Timeline
Choir Director
First Baptist
08.2024 - Current
Band Director
Sumter County Schools
07.1996 - Current
BAND DIRECTOR
Covington County Schools
07.1994 - 05.1996
Master of Science - Music Education
Troy University
06.1994 - 07.1997
Bachelor of Science - Music Education
Troy University
09.1989 - 05.1994
High School Diploma -
Red Level High School
09.1977 - 05.1989