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Elena Bressler

Elena Bressler

Ann Arbor,MI

Summary

Passionate Music Instructor with skillsets in curriculum development and student assessment. Proven ability to implement innovative teaching methods that enhance learning outcomes. Strong communication skills and adaptability foster success in diverse educational settings.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Music Instructor

Plymouth-canton Community Schools
Plymouth, Michigan
07.2025 - Current
  • Led sectional rehearsals for brass, woodwind, and color guard students.
  • Instructed students in the fundamentals of playing the trumpet, including note reading, rhythm, scales, arpeggios, articulation, and phrasing.

Music Instructor

Novi High School
Novi , MI
03.2024 - Current
  • Compiled score parts and recorded detailed notes for rehearsal evaluations, supporting assistant and head directors.
  • Led sectional sessions for brass and woodwinds, addressing individual student needs through tailored instruction.
  • Conducted and directed rehearsals for concert, jazz, and marching band ensembles, ensuring performance readiness.

Interim Teacher

Pioneer Middle School
Plymouth , MI
02.2025 - 04.2025
  • Served as long-term substitute teacher for sixth to eighth grade band classes at Pioneer MS (total class size combined, 220.)
  • Developed lesson plans for classes of 20 to 60 students, leading instrument-specific instruction.
  • Coordinated with parents to facilitate clinics with professionals outside school hours.
  • Established meaningful connections with students to support social and emotional well-being.

Music Instructor

Mitchell Elementary School
02.2020 - 03.2021
  • Implemented skill-building activities for students, focusing on sound production and tone quality.
  • Supervised groups of 13 students during after-school music activities to improve classroom management skills.
  • Designed weekly lesson plans aligned with director's schedule, focusing on introductory brass techniques.

Education

BA - Music Education

University of Michigan
Ann Arbor
12.2024

Skills

  • Conducting ensembles
  • Lesson planning
  • Music theory
  • Student engagement
  • Classroom management
  • Performance evaluation

Affiliations

  • Marched with the Crossmen Drum and Bugle Corps 2018, 2019.
  • Marched with the Blue Devils Drum and Bugle Corps during a World Championship season, 2022.
  • Perform professionally with the North Ingalls band, 2022-Present.
  • Perform professionally with the Dorkestra, 2023-Present.

Timeline

Music Instructor

Plymouth-canton Community Schools
07.2025 - Current

Interim Teacher

Pioneer Middle School
02.2025 - 04.2025

Music Instructor

Novi High School
03.2024 - Current

Music Instructor

Mitchell Elementary School
02.2020 - 03.2021

BA - Music Education

University of Michigan
Elena Bressler
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