Derek Shockley
Sicklerville,NJ
Summary
Entry-level teaching professional with solid multitasking, time management, and communication skills combined with unwavering devotion to student's musical success. Familiar with different instructional approaches used in Brass, Woodwinds, Percussion, and Guitar methods. Knowledgeable about curricula, lesson planning and individual student mentoring approaches.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Teacher
Iron Forge Elementary School, Boiling Springs High School
2024.01 - 2024.05
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet student's academic needs by using strategies such as small group ensembles and peer-assisted learning
- Designed detailed, individualized lesson plans for beginner Guitar students based on formal evaluations and daily check-ins.
- Demonstrates proficiency in reed, brass, percussion, and stringed instruments
- Experience in promoting a positive learning environment in both an elementary and high school music class context
- Certified in Youth Mental Health First Aid
- Created a curriculum appropriate for a beginner to intermediate-level High School Guitar class.
Private Guitar Teacher
Studio Lessons
2021.01 - 2024.05
- Experienced working with beginner to intermediate learners in several styles of guitar such as folk, classic rock, worship, jazz, and gospel.
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
- Communicated student progress to parents and guardians for collaborative approach to educational goals.
- Optimized learning plans based on student performance and feedback.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Music Education with Teaching Certificate (K-12) -
Messiah University
05.2024
Skills
- Assessment administration
- Student Engagement
- Student Advocacy
- Classroom Management
- Student Records Management
- Curriculum Planning
- Group Instruction
- Lesson Plan Development
- Differentiated Instruction
Activities
- Messiah University SEVEN 2023 Musician: Electric Lead, Rhythm, Acoustic, and Electric Bass
- Messiah University Powerhouse Musician: Electric Lead, Rhythm, Acoustic, and Electric Bass in a worship context
- Messiah University Music Department Student Mentor
Certification
- Certified Mandated and Permissive Report in Pennsylvania, University of Pittsburgh School of Social Work, PA Child Welfare Resource Center - 2022
Timeline
Student Teacher
Iron Forge Elementary School, Boiling Springs High School
2024.01 - 2024.05
Private Guitar Teacher
Studio Lessons
2021.01 - 2024.05
Bachelor of Science in Music Education with Teaching Certificate (K-12) -
Messiah University
- Certified Mandated and Permissive Report in Pennsylvania, University of Pittsburgh School of Social Work, PA Child Welfare Resource Center - 2022
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