Elly Mulhair
Sioux Falls,SD
Summary
Friendly and compassionate, with strong ability to connect with all people and create positive worship environment. Possesses solid understanding of worship service flow and song selection, coupled with proficiency in group leadership and prayer guidance. Committed to fostering supportive and engaging worship and music experience(s) for every human being.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teaching Assistant
LifeScape Specialty School
Sioux Falls, SD
05.2023 - Current
- Supported classroom instruction by assisting teachers with lesson plans and student engagement.
- Implemented individualized education plans (IEPs) to meet diverse student needs effectively.
- Monitored student behavior, ensuring a safe and conducive learning environment.
- Collaborated with educators to develop instructional materials tailored to student goals.
- Worked 1-on-1 with Deaf students to communicate in American Sign Language efficiently and to ensure access to the environment around them
- Ensured quality of learning environment was suitable for learning by sweeping, mopping, taking trash out, cleaning work materials, and effectively sanitizing shared equipment
- Collaborated effectively with various teachers, administrators, EAs, parents, and students to beneficially assist student learning
Volunteer Worship Singer & Band Leadership Member
Sunnycrest United Methodist Church
Sioux Falls, SD
08.2022 - Current
- Performed vocal solos and group pieces during regular services and special events.
- Collaborated with music director to select appropriate repertoire for worship services.
- Led choir rehearsals, fostering teamwork and enhancing musical skills among members.
- Developed innovative arrangements to improve overall congregation engagement in music.
- Evaluated performance practices, implementing improvements to elevate quality of worship experience.
- Worked closely with songwriters and producers during recording sessions to achieve desired sound quality and artistic vision.
- Interpreted different music by making use of voice production, harmony, rhythm and melody to present characterization.
- Attended 2 rehearsals per week, acting as both a background singer and also the lead singer for Sunday worship
- Facilitated set-lists based on sermon notes and direction
- Written and recorded songs with Sunnycrest Worship
Student Ambassador
Augustana University
Sioux Falls, SD
05.2023 - 12.2025
- Organized campus events to enhance student engagement and promote university programs.
- Collaborated with faculty to facilitate effective communication between students and academic departments.
- Developed marketing materials showcasing student life, increasing awareness of campus resources.
- Mentored incoming students, providing guidance on academic and extracurricular opportunities available at the university.
- Conducted campus tours for prospective students, highlighting key facilities and programs offered by Augustana University.
- Assisted in planning orientation sessions, ensuring smooth integration of new students into university culture.
- Answered questions from visitors and potential students about university life.
- Assisted admissions office staff with administrative tasks such as data entry, mailings, and event planning to help streamline processes.
- Developed in-depth knowledge of university resources and services and promoted to prospective students.
Education
Special Education
Augustana University
Sioux Falls, SD05-2026
Roosevelt High School
Sioux Falls05-2022
Skills
- Flexibility
- Organization and prioritization
- First aid training
- Special education and Deaf support
- Artistic expression and Music appreciation
- Confidentiality
- Positive, friendly, and outgoing attitude
- Verbal and written communication
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Collaborative teamwork
- Relationship building
- Small group and individual assistance
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
American Sign Language
Professional Working
Timeline
Substitute Teaching Assistant
LifeScape Specialty School
05.2023 - Current
Student Ambassador
Augustana University
05.2023 - 12.2025
Volunteer Worship Singer & Band Leadership Member
Sunnycrest United Methodist Church
08.2022 - Current
Special Education
Augustana University
Roosevelt High School