Elysse Monsrud
Andrews
Summary
Accomplished Piano Teacher and trusted Substitute at Cherokee County Schools, renowned for elevating student performance through advanced music theory and exceptional motivational skills. Expert in recital coordination and student engagement, consistently praised for transforming learning experiences. Achieved notable student progress and high demand as a substitute, demonstrating unparalleled dedication to educational excellence.
Fun Piano Instructor with 16 years' expertise helping students learn to play and develop a passion for the piano. Comfortable working with kids of all ages. Adept in creating lesson plans to facilitate musical growth.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Piano Teacher
Self-employeed
01.2008 - Current
- Coordinated recitals and musical events to showcase student achievements.
- Communicated with parents regarding upcoming events and student progress.
- Conducted individual and group music lessons lasting from 30 to 60 minutes each.
- Established strong music foundation with students by incorporating basic music theory into weekly lessons.
- Selected music from various genres for use as teaching pieces.
- Worked with students to sharpen sight-reading, memorization and improvisation piano techniques.
- Communicated regularly with parents to provide information about children's progress and challenges.
- Arranged lessons to accommodate each student's unique goals and interests.
Substitute Teacher
Cherokee County Schools
03.2019 - 05.2023
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Supervised recess activities.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Assisted students in mastering subject material and preparing for tests.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Education
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Tri-County Community College
Murphy, NC12-2021
GED -
Tricounty Community College
Murphy, NC07-2017
Skills
- Individual instruction
- Memorization techniques
- Advanced music theory
- Music history
- Performance coaching
- Excellent with kids
- Student motivation
- Time management skills
- Student accommodation
- Recital practice
- Recital coordination
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Cherokee County Schools
03.2019 - 05.2023
Piano Teacher
Self-employeed
01.2008 - Current
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Tri-County Community College
GED -
Tricounty Community College
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