ELizabeth (Libby) Teaguè
Hickory,NC
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Piano Instructor
Piano With Ms. Libby
Hickory, NC
09.2002 - Current
- Established strong music foundation with students by incorporating basic music theory into weekly lessons.
- Worked with students to sharpen sight-reading, memorization and improvisation piano techniques.
- Selected music from various genres.
- Provided constructive feedback during lessons
- Developed lesson plans focused on music theory, sight-reading, ear training, and technique mastery.
- Adapted teaching methods to accommodate students with diverse learning abilities and styles.
- Assisted students in developing self-discipline through consistent practice routines.
- Inspired a love of music in students through creative approaches to teaching piano repertoire from various genres and periods.
- Promoted a strong foundation in piano playing by emphasizing proper posture, hand positioning, and finger technique.
- Fostered a positive learning environment for students by creating engaging activities.
- Prepared students for recitals.
- Communicated with parents about student progress and any concerns.
- Implemented practice tools such as metronomes and rhythm exercises to improve overall musicianship.
- Enhanced students'' musical skills by providing personalized piano lessons tailored to individual needs.
- Used technology in piano lessons to enhance student learning.
Elementary Music Specialist
Burke County Public Schools
Morganton, NC
08.2011 - 06.2022
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
- Organized musical equipment to develop classroom routines.
- Developed daily lesson plans to generate interest in vocals, movements and use of classroom instruments.
- Led students in choral and instrumental activities.
- Instructed students in playing dulcimer and recorder, as well as simple percussion instruments.
- Developed lesson plans to achieve objectives of established elementary music curriculum.
- Promoted a culturally inclusive classroom by incorporating music from various traditions and backgrounds into the curriculum.
- Organized successful concerts, showcasing students'' talents and progress throughout the year.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in elementary music education.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education
Appalachian State University
Boone, NC05-1989
Timeline
Elementary Music Specialist
Burke County Public Schools
08.2011 - 06.2022
Piano Instructor
Piano With Ms. Libby
09.2002 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education
Appalachian State University