Elizabeth J. Eggleston
Belchertown,MA
Summary
Professional music educator with strong background in developing engaging and inclusive music programs for elementary students. Known for fostering collaborative environments and effectively adapting to changing needs. Skilled in classroom management, lesson planning, and integrating technology into music education. Recognized for reliability, creativity, and results-driven approach to teaching.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Billing Specialist
Quaboag Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center
01.2021 - Current
- Communicated with insurance providers to resolve denied claims and resubmitted.
- Identified, researched, and resolved billing variances to maintain system accuracy and currency.
- Posted and adjusted payments from insurance companies.
Billing Specialist/Auditor
FasTrax POS
01.2020 - 01.2025
- Researched and resolved billing discrepancies to enable accurate billing.
- Prepared itemized statements, bills, or invoices and recorded amounts due for items purchased or services rendered.
Long-term and Per-diem Substitute Music Teacher
Rondout Valley Central School District
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Taught general vocal music classes grades 6-8.
- Conducted the seventh and eighth grade chorus.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Supported students'' growth as musicians by providing constructive feedback during rehearsals and performances.
- Fostered an appreciation for cultural diversity within the music program by introducing students to world music traditions.
Music Teacher
Yonkers Public School District
01.2006 - 06.2009
- Teach General/Vocal Music classes Pre-K-5th.
- Conduct 4th and 5th grade chorus.
- Organized successful concerts and recitals, showcasing students'' talents and hard work.
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
- Incorporated creative activities into lessons to engage students and spark interest in music.
- Improved student musicianship by incorporating a variety of teaching methods and techniques.
- Contributed to school-wide events such as musicals or talent shows by providing expertise in rehearsals and performances.
Educational Administration Internship
Canandaigua City School District, Seneca Falls Middle School, Cady Stanton Elementary School
01.2004 - 05.2005
- Administrative duties as assigned by Field Supervisor.
- Conducted data analysis.
- Designed contract negotiations spread sheet.
- Presented at Administrative Cabinet Meetings.
- Conducted informal and formal observations.
- Facilitated Professional Development workshops.
- Served on the Principal Hiring Committee.
Long-term Substitute Music Teacher
Fairport Central School District
01.2002 - 01.2004
- Taught general vocal music classes grades 6-8.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lesson plans.
- Conducted ongoing evaluations of instructional materials and resources, optimizing their effectiveness within the curriculum framework.
- Established a positive classroom environment that promoted respect, collaboration, and inclusivity among diverse student populations.
Long-term Substitute Music Teacher
PennYan Central School District
01.2002 - 05.2002
- Taught 3rd and 5th grade general music.
- Assisted in coordination of school-wide music events and performances, showcasing student talent and creativity.
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
- Incorporated creative activities into lessons to engage students and spark interest in music.
Ballroom Dance Instructor
Arthur Murry Franchised School of Dance
01.1999 - 01.2000
- Taught adult ballroom dancing.
- Provided attentive coaching during partner practices, enhancing communication skills between partners while refining technical execution.
Music Teacher
Athol/Royalston Regional School District
01.1995 - 01.1999
- Taught k-6th general music.
- Organized successful concerts and recitals, showcasing students'' talents and hard work.
- Developed daily lesson plans to generate interest in vocals, movements and use of classroom instruments.
- Helped to developed an arts curriculum to include performing, visual and dramatic arts.
- Fostered creativity by encouraging improvisation, composition, and arrangement within the classroom setting.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs within the classroom.
- Contributed to school-wide events such as musicals or talent shows by providing expertise in rehearsals and performances.
- Evaluated student progress regularly through formal assessments, adjusting instruction as needed for continual improvement.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary units that connected music with other subjects.
Education
Masters of Science - Educational Administration
ST. JOHN FISHER COLLEGE
Rochester, New York01.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education
WESTFIELD STATE COLLEGE
Westfield, Massachusetts01.1995
High School - undefined
EAST LONGMEADOW HIGH SCHOOL
East Longmeadow, Massachusetts01.1991
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Classroom management
- Verbal and written communication
- Parent-teacher communication
- Vocal experience
- Choral conducting
- Student engagement
- Lesson planning
- Cross-curricular connections
- Music theory
- Vocal expertise
- Equipment maintenance
- Assessment strategies
- School assembly preparations
- Kodály method
- Collaborative planning
- Orff schulwerk method
- Multitasking and organization
- Creative and resourceful
- Outstanding communication skills
- Research and analysis
- Complex Problem-solving
Certification
- Massachusetts Music Teacher All Levels - Initial
- New York State School Administration- expired
- New York State K- 12 Music Education- Permanent
Distinguished Leadership Award, St. John Fisher College
Chosen by faculty members.
Timeline
Billing Specialist
Quaboag Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center
01.2021 - Current
Billing Specialist/Auditor
FasTrax POS
01.2020 - 01.2025
Long-term and Per-diem Substitute Music Teacher
Rondout Valley Central School District
01.2010 - 01.2012
Music Teacher
Yonkers Public School District
01.2006 - 06.2009
Educational Administration Internship
Canandaigua City School District, Seneca Falls Middle School, Cady Stanton Elementary School
01.2004 - 05.2005
Long-term Substitute Music Teacher
Fairport Central School District
01.2002 - 01.2004
Long-term Substitute Music Teacher
PennYan Central School District
01.2002 - 05.2002
Ballroom Dance Instructor
Arthur Murry Franchised School of Dance
01.1999 - 01.2000
Music Teacher
Athol/Royalston Regional School District
01.1995 - 01.1999
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education
WESTFIELD STATE COLLEGE
High School - undefined
EAST LONGMEADOW HIGH SCHOOL
Masters of Science - Educational Administration
ST. JOHN FISHER COLLEGE
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