Emily Smith
Murphy,TX
Summary
Passionate church pianist with a background in elementary music education. A dependable individual who possesses a team player attitude, follows directions well, and completes tasks efficiently. Desires to seek part time employment to acquire new skills to implement in a positive and impactful way.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Church Pianist
Lavon Drive Baptist Church
Garland, TX
11.2024 - Current
- Accompanies choir and congregation during worship services and special events.
- Assists in weekly choir rehearsals
- Plays various musical selections to enhance spiritual atmosphere and engagement.
Elementary Music Specialist
Lucas Christian Academy
Lucas, TX
01.2021 - 05.2023
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse music classes.
- Instructed students in vocal techniques and music theory concepts.
- Coordinated school performances and music events throughout the year.
- Created a positive classroom environment encouraging musical exploration.
- Established positive relationships with parents by providing regular updates on student progress.
- Instructed students on various musical instruments including glockenspiel, xylophone and drums.
Children’s Choir Coordinator
First Baptist Church Garland
Garland, TX
07.2013 - 05.2021
- Coordinated church events and activities to enhance community engagement.
- Managed volunteer schedules and communication for various church programs.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance and participation in church activities.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of worship services and special events.
- Collaborated with staff to identify needs for resources and support services.
- Facilitated training sessions for new volunteers in church operations and policies.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Elementary Music Specialist
Wylie Independent School District
Wylie, Texas
06.2010 - 05.2013
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse music classes.
- Coordinated school performances and music events throughout the year.
- Created a positive classroom environment encouraging musical exploration.
- Created lesson plans to cover district and state objectives for music program.
- Attended professional development workshops related to teaching strategies for elementary aged children.
- Managed class activities, started discussions and oversaw field trips related to course instruction.
- Established positive relationships with parents by providing regular updates on student progress.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to develop and implement lesson plans which integrated music into the curriculum.
- Completed student records and school-related documentation.
Elementary Music Specialist
Austin Independent School District
Austin, TX
07.2008 - 05.2010
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse music classes.
- Coordinated school performances and music events throughout the year.
- Collaborated with teachers to create interdisciplinary lessons involving music.
- Assessed student progress and provided constructive feedback regularly.
- Created a positive classroom environment encouraging musical exploration.
- Created lesson plans to cover district and state objectives for music program.
- Attended professional development workshops related to teaching strategies for elementary aged children.
- Established positive relationships with parents by providing regular updates on students progress
- Organized field trips to local theaters and concerts to expose students to different genres of music.
- Tracked attendance and participation of individual students.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education
University of North Texas
Denton, TX 08.2000 - 12.2003
Skills
- Clearly communicate with administration and team members
- Maintain organized and accurate records
- Dependable
- Strong work ethic with a positive mindset
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Church Pianist
Lavon Drive Baptist Church
11.2024 - Current
Elementary Music Specialist
Lucas Christian Academy
01.2021 - 05.2023
Children’s Choir Coordinator
First Baptist Church Garland
07.2013 - 05.2021
Elementary Music Specialist
Wylie Independent School District
06.2010 - 05.2013
Elementary Music Specialist
Austin Independent School District
07.2008 - 05.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education
University of North Texas
08.2000 - 12.2003