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Dr. Jessica Frerich

Dr. Jessica Frerich

Solon,IA

Summary

Committed professional educator lends over 15 years of experience to the academic landscape. Creative and industrious approach to building rapport with and drawing excellence from students. Skilled at mentorship and evaluating student abilities and engagement goals to ensure and uphold high-quality education.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Adjunct Music Ed. Professor and Thesis Advisor

Liberty University (Online)
Lynchburg , VA
11.2023 - Current
  • Provide constructive feedback on student assignments to promote student success.
  • Facilitate active learning through class discussions, group activities, and individual projects.
  • Develop and implement course syllabi, lesson plans, and assessments.
  • Mentor students in the development of their research skills and critical thinking abilities.
  • Utilize a variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse learning needs.
  • Evaluate student performance using appropriate assessment techniques and provided timely feedback.
  • Encourage students to develop self-directed approaches to independent learning.
  • Advise students on academic issues such as course selection, major choice, career planning.
  • Assist with recruiting prospective students to join the music program.
  • Evaluate student progress through written exams, quizzes, presentations, and performances.
  • Serve as a mentor for aspiring music educators.
  • Attend conferences related to music education best practices.
  • Formulate and implement effective lesson plans focusing on principles of music, musicianship, music theory and history.

Admissions Director

Iowa Conservatory
Iowa City, IA
06.2023 - Current
  • Develop and implement strategies for recruitment and admissions of new students.
  • Assess applications, conducted interviews, and evaluated credentials to determine eligibility for admission.
  • Facilitate communication between prospective students, faculty, staff and other departments.
  • Organize college fairs and events to promote the school's programs. Prepare reports on enrollment trends to inform institutional planning decisions.
  • Manage student data systems related to admissions activities.
  • Collaborate with faculty members in developing admission criteria for various academic programs.
  • Create marketing materials such as brochures, fliers, newsletters. to promote the school's offerings.
  • Maintain accurate records of all applicant information and documents.
  • Provide guidance on registration procedures and policies to incoming students.
  • Conduct outreach activities in local communities to increase awareness of the school's programs among potential applicants.
  • Analyze statistical data from surveys regarding admissions processes and outcomes.
  • Advise department staff on best practices for efficient processing of applications.
  • Attend conferences and workshops to stay current with trends in higher education admissions practices.
  • Develop relationships with high schools counselors and administrators for recruiting purposes.
  • Cultivate relationships with alumni networks for development purposes.
  • Mobilize communication with other departments in support of enrollment and organized admissions events, registration, information sessions and classroom shadowing.
  • Orchestrate and maintained active communication system with prospective students, parents and high school and community college counselors and attained enrollment goals.
  • Spearhead new and proven recruitment practices using array of digital media, web pages and social media to reach and enroll ideal prospective students.
  • Provide assistance to faculty by teaching classes, conducting orientation meetings and scheduling events.

Vocal Music Director and Collaborative Team Lead

Solon Community School District
Solon, Iowa
07.2014 - 06.2023
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive strategies to improve operational processes and organizational efficiency.
  • Directed the organization's daily operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated and mentored staff members.
  • Managed budgeting and financial planning processes for the organization.
  • Provided instruction in a variety of courses, including lecture and performance classes.
  • Conducted research related to the field of study.
  • Evaluated student performance through tests, quizzes and other assessments.
  • Engaged with colleagues in scholarly activities at professional conferences.
  • Mentored faculty members in teaching methods and best practices.
  • Organized and conducted weekly rehearsals for the choir.
  • Accompanied vocalists for rehearsals and performances.
  • Trained singers to develop vocal techniques and improve their singing abilities.
  • Directed live performances of classical, contemporary, and sacred music.
  • Assisted with the selection of soloists for various pieces.
  • Created detailed schedules for rehearsals, concerts, and other events related to choir activities.
  • Sought out new musical opportunities for the choir including festivals, competitions, and special engagements.
  • Attended meetings with school administrators regarding choir programs.
  • Established relationships with local businesses or organizations that support musical programming in schools.
  • Provided private instruction to amateur and professional performers.
  • Taught students history, techniques and principles of music.

Theatre and Artistic Director

Solon Center for the Arts Theatre Department
Solon, Iowa
08.2012 - 11.2017
  • Developed, implemented and evaluated artistic vision for productions.
  • Created and maintained budgets for each production.
  • Collaborated with producers to ensure successful outcomes of projects.
  • Conducted research on potential artists and performances.
  • Oversaw all creative aspects of the production process.
  • Directed rehearsals and provided feedback to actors, singers, dancers, musicians and other performers.
  • Coordinated with costume designers, set designers and lighting technicians to create aesthetically pleasing effects in productions.
  • Served as a liaison between board members, staff members, volunteers and community partners.
  • Organized events such as fundraisers to secure resources for future projects.
  • Supervised administrative tasks related to production operations.
  • Consulted with marketing team to develop promotional materials for upcoming shows.
  • Reviewed scripts and music scores for accuracy and relevance to production objectives.
  • Encouraged innovative approaches from cast and crew members during the development process.
  • Planned auditions for potential cast members based on casting needs.
  • Scheduled meetings with directors, choreographers, composers and other creatives involved in the project.

Music Director and Instructor

Lone Tree Community School District
Lone Tree, Iowa
08.2013 - 08.2014
  • Created musical arrangements for performances and recordings.
  • Developed, implemented and evaluated lesson plans for individual and group instruction.
  • Assessed student's performance to evaluate progress and set goals.
  • Organized and managed musical performances, concerts, assemblies and other events.
  • Provided feedback on musical skills such as rhythm, intonation, phrasing, technique, interpretation and sight-reading.
  • Integrated technology into the classroom curriculum to facilitate learning activities.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to design innovative teaching methods to enhance music education programs.
  • Designed assessment tools including rubrics to effectively evaluate student performance in all areas of music study.
  • Assisted in the selection of appropriate instructional materials such as textbooks, recordings or software applications.
  • Engaged students in extracurricular activities such as festivals or competitions.
  • Researched new trends in educational methodologies pertaining to K-12 Music Education.
  • Maintained students' progress by evaluating and adjusting strategies.
  • Completed student records and school-related documentation.
  • Helped students appreciate music with instructional and immersive techniques.
  • Mentored individual students by taking creative approach.
  • Introduced students to different styles of music and promoted appreciation of all genres.

Music and Communication Director for Jazz Standard

Union Square Hospitality Group
New York City, NY
01.2007 - 06.2009
  • Developed and implemented communication strategies to maximize media coverage of events, products, and services.
  • Conducted meetings with internal departments to identify public relations needs and objectives.
  • Managed the production of promotional materials including press releases, newsletters, magazine articles, flyers, and brochures.
  • Organized media interviews for company executives and product launches.
  • Collaborated with external vendors on advertising campaigns across multiple channels.
  • Coordinated activities related to publicizing special events such as conferences, trade shows, and exhibitions.
  • Planned and coordinated special events, such as members' meetings, fundraisers, and other activities.
  • Created and managed budgets for all club operations.
  • Scheduled staff hours and developed training materials for new employees.
  • Resolved customer service issues in a timely manner.
  • Developed policies and procedures that ensure safety at all times while maintaining an enjoyable atmosphere for members.
  • Organized community outreach initiatives designed to increase awareness of the organization's mission.
  • Cultivated relationships with key stakeholders in order to secure donations or sponsorships for the club's programs.

Education

Doctorate of Music Education - Music Education

Liberty University
Lynchburg
05-2022

Master of Arts - Music Education

University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA
12-2012

Certification in Jazz Music Education - Jazz Music Education

Southwestern Community College
Creston, IA
06-2012

Bachelor of Arts - Music

New School University
New York, NY
05-2008

Certification of Music: Integrated Program - Music

American Musical And Dramatic Academy
New York, NY
02-2006

Skills

  • Student Mentoring
  • Rapport Building
  • Instructional Practices
  • Mentoring and Advising
  • Student Engagement
  • Organizational Skills
  • Subject Matter Expertise
  • Research and Analysis
  • Effective Communication
  • Learning Management Interfaces

Affiliations

  • Member of American Choral Directors Association.
  • Member of Iowa Choral Directors Association.
  • Member of Iowa Music Educators Association.
  • Beyond Barriers Presentation, "Choosing Joy."
  • Fall into Victory Presentation, "Leading Women Leaders."
  • Iowa Fine Arts Summit Presentation, "Music Education and History Curriculum."
  • Iowa Music Educators Association Presentation, "Project-Based Learning in Music Education."
  • Research Week: Scholars Crossing Presentation, "Music Education in the Music Classroom."
  • Volunteer Network Presentation, “Service Learning – a Hospital Musician."

Languages

Spanish
Limited

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Adjunct Music Ed. Professor and Thesis Advisor

Liberty University (Online)
11.2023 - Current

Admissions Director

Iowa Conservatory
06.2023 - Current

Vocal Music Director and Collaborative Team Lead

Solon Community School District
07.2014 - 06.2023

Music Director and Instructor

Lone Tree Community School District
08.2013 - 08.2014

Theatre and Artistic Director

Solon Center for the Arts Theatre Department
08.2012 - 11.2017

Music and Communication Director for Jazz Standard

Union Square Hospitality Group
01.2007 - 06.2009

Doctorate of Music Education - Music Education

Liberty University

Master of Arts - Music Education

University of Iowa

Certification in Jazz Music Education - Jazz Music Education

Southwestern Community College

Bachelor of Arts - Music

New School University

Certification of Music: Integrated Program - Music

American Musical And Dramatic Academy

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