Denise Roper
Alexandria,LA
Summary
Dedicated educator with over 30 years of teaching experience in music education and fine arts appreciation prior to retirement from public school. Certifications include Instrumental Music (K-12), English Language Arts (6-12), and Supervisor of Student Teaching. Prior teaching experiences include teaching Band (5-12), General Music (3-6), Fine Arts Survey (9-12), ACT Prep (10-12), Elementary School (Grade 6-all subjects). Currently employed as a part-time Elementary ELA and Math Tutor (Grades 3-5) and substitute teacher.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
English and Math Tutor (Grades 3-5)
Rapides Parish School Board
Alexandria, LA
10.2024 - Current
- Facilitated group discussions to promote critical thinking skills among students.
- Coached students through challenging material with positive reinforcement and encouragement.
Substitute Teacher (Grades K-8)
Alexandria Country Day School
Alexandria, LA
08.2022 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance and behavior.
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
Substitute Teacher, (Grades 7-12)
Holy Savior Menard Central High School
Alexandria, LA
01.2022 - Current
- Explained assignments and relayed information from lead teacher.
- Implemented classroom rules to maintain order and discipline.
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
Band Director (Grades 7-12), Fine Arts Instructor
Natchitoches Parish School Board
Natchitoches, LA
06.2013 - 09.2021
- Directed musical ensembles in concerts, festivals, competitions, and other public events.
- Maintained a detailed budget for purchasing instruments, supplies, sheet music.
- Provided individual instruction to students on instrument technique and performance skills.
Education
Master of Music - Music- Conducting and Wind Literature
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA08-1996
Bachelor of Music Education - Music Education (English Minor)
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA05-1991
Skills
- ACT preparation
- College preparation
- Exam proctoring
- Curriculum development
- Leadership development
- Faculty collaboration
- Lesson planning
- English literature knowledge
- Student motivation
- Reading comprehension
- Writing workshops
- Art history and appreciation
- Instrumental music instruction
- Classroom management
- Music theory and history
- Published author
Affiliations
- Online Flute Instructor.
- Chamber Musician.
- Church Musician.
- Writer.
Accomplishments
- Nominated for the Louisiana Bandmaster of the Year by the Louisiana Bandmasters Association.
- Nominated for Band Director of the Year by LMEA Districts II and VII.
- 1998-1999 Teacher of the Year at Oaklawn Junior High School.
- Past Vice President, Parliamentarian, Secretary, and Honor Band Chairperson in LMEA Districts II and VII.
- Qualifying participant in the LMEA State Large Ensemble Performance Assessment more than 20 times.
- Published articles in Texas Flute Society Newsletter, CENLA Focus, Natchitoches Parish Times, Natchitoches Parish Journal, and Natchitoches Parish Library Newsletter.
- Author of a nonfiction book with 4.7 out of 5 stars on amazon.com.
- 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winner in various flute and piccolo competitions in Louisiana, Texas, Arizona, Utah, in California.
- Former member of the Louisiana State University Tiger Marching Band, Symphonic Band, and Chamber Winds.
- LSU Dean's List. LSU's Top 100 Freshmen List. Graduated Cum Laude. 4.0 average throughout graduate school.
- Membership in Outstanding College Students of America, Phi Kappa Phi, Mu Sigma Rho Honor Societies.
- LSU Alumni Federation Scholarship. LSU Academic Scholarship. LSU School of Music Scholarship. LSU Tiger Band Scholarship.
- Honors Graduate of Vandebilt Catholic High, 4.2 GPA. National Honor Society. Principal's List. Outstanding Section Leader Award. John Philip Sousa Award.
Certification
- LA Teaching Certificate A 055889
- Certified in Instrumental Music (K-12), English (6-12), Supervisor of Student Teaching.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
English and Math Tutor (Grades 3-5)
Rapides Parish School Board
10.2024 - Current
Substitute Teacher (Grades K-8)
Alexandria Country Day School
08.2022 - Current
Substitute Teacher, (Grades 7-12)
Holy Savior Menard Central High School
01.2022 - Current
Band Director (Grades 7-12), Fine Arts Instructor
Natchitoches Parish School Board
06.2013 - 09.2021
Master of Music - Music- Conducting and Wind Literature
Louisiana State University
Bachelor of Music Education - Music Education (English Minor)
Louisiana State University