Ivette Porras Thorpe

• Maintained accurate records of student attendance and progress reports.
• Demonstrated proper technique for playing the piano.
• Integrated technology into lessons when appropriate by utilizing tools like online metronomes or digital pianos.
• Assisted in organizing school-wide performances such as concerts or recitals.
• Provided individual and group piano lessons to students of all ages.
• Assisted students in developing their own compositions and improvisations.
• Advised parents on purchasing suitable instruments for their children according to skill level or budget constraints.
• Organized and implemented lesson plans according to student's needs, abilities, and interests.
• Motivated students by setting goals and providing constructive feedbacks.
• Evaluated student performance during practice sessions and recitals to ensure progress is being made.
• Collaborated with parents to discuss the development of their child's musical skillset.
• Tracked student's progress through regular assessment tests.
• Prepared students for recitals and competitions through effective training and practice schedules.
• Introduced electronic instruments as extension to traditional acoustic pianos.
• Provided music theory training for beginner, intermediate and advanced piano students.
• Created engaging lesson plans using various teaching materials including books, videos, audio recordings.

• Tracked data and monitored progress of student's goals and objectives.
• Observed student behavior in various environments to assess levels of functioning and progress towards goals.
• Utilized Applied Behavioral Analysis principles in daily instruction activities.
• Engaged students through play activities while incorporating therapeutic techniques.
• Developed and implemented behavior intervention plans based on individualized needs.
• Maintained accurate records of all sessions conducted with students.
• Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times during therapy sessions.
• Provided verbal prompts, physical guidance, or other forms of prompting when necessary.
• Aided patients in performing activities of daily living.
• Encouraged patients to develop interpersonal skills and engage in social interactions or other therapeutic activities.
• Assisted patients improve social relationships and engagement.

* Schedule all activities during the month such as:

-Music therapy

-Playing familiar songs on the piano

-Doing karaoke

-Creating games that involve dancing, movement, and cognitive development

• Motivated and coached students of varying levels to play songs and jingles.
• Coordinated with school, students and parents regarding afterschool rehearsals and performances.
• Instructed students basic vocal techniques, projection skills and breathing strategies.
• Instructed students on proper vocal techniques, such as breathing exercises and posture.
• Demonstrated proper technique for playing the piano.