Jeanenne Shaver
Lake Saint Louis,MO
Summary
Knowledgeable Music Director with 20+ years of experience and exceptional leadership, planning and relationship-building skills. Detail-oriented and hardworking team player with a successful background in choral and vocal music.
*Professional and effective approach to understanding student’s issues
and situations.
*Uses critical thinking and effective listening to solve problems.
*Excellent communication skills
*Able to work with children of various intellectual and emotional levels.
*Enthusiastic Music Teacher eager to impart love of music as well as history, vocal techniques and performance experience
* Exceptional skill developing performance groups and ensembles to showcase skill growth.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Middle School Choral Director/Theater Teacher/Musical Director
Frontier Middle School
O'Fallon, MO
08.2011 - Current
- Develop strong vocal techniques in choir members through tailored warm-ups and exercises, resulting in improved sound quality
- Provide constructive feedback to singers during rehearsals, leading to improved individual performance and overall ensemble sound.
- Enhance choral performances by selecting diverse and challenging repertoire for various ensembles.
- Use technology in classrooms to enhance student learning.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by promoting collaboration and teamwork among choir members.
- Nurture partnerships with professional musicians, actors, and stage managers who serve as guest artists or clinicians, providing unique learning experiences for choir members, theater class members, and musical cast members
- Establish strong relationships with feeder schools and community organizations, creating opportunities for collaborative performances and events.
- Continually pursue professional development opportunities such as workshops, conferences, or coursework to stay current on best practices within the field of choral education.
- Submitted, managed and complied with established budgets.
- Design assessments that measured student growth based on clear objectives established at the beginning of each unit or course segment.
- Facilitate open communication between parents, administration, and students to address concerns or issues related to the choral program
- Organize successful school productions involving students from various grade levels and skills, fostering teamwork and community involvement.
- Held after school meetings and rehearsals in preparation for concerts, shows, and competitions
- Consistently receive Superior and Excellent ratings at large group contests and solo/ensemble contests.
- Incorporated student interests and experiences to make learning relevant and meaningful.
Elementary Music Teacher/MS Choir Assistant
Rockwood School District
Eureka , Missouri
08.2007 - 07.2011
- Developed daily lesson plans to generate interest in vocals, movements and use of classroom instruments.
- Increased student participation in school performances by creating diverse musical opportunities for students of all skill levels.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, reinforcing key concepts across subjects.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs within classroom.
- Pursued continuous professional growth by attending conferences, workshops, and seminars related to music education trends and research findings.
- Evaluated student progress through ongoing assessments, adapting instructional methods as needed to address individual strengths and weaknesses.
- Served as director for extracurricular music clubs, offering additional opportunities for students to explore their interests outside of the classroom setting.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering a supportive network for student success in the arts.
- Developed daily lesson plans to generate interest in vocals, movements and use of classroom instruments.
Private Vocal/Piano Teacher
Self Employed
Lake Saint Louis, MO
09.1997 - Current
- Enhance student performance by incorporating innovative teaching methods and individualized lesson
- Arrange lessons to accommodate each student's unique goals and interests.
- Boosted student confidence in their abilities through consistent positive reinforcement and encouragement.
- Prepare students for vocal competitions and auditions
- Coordinate recitals and musical events to showcase student achievements.
- Work with students to sharpen sight-reading and memorization techniques
- Maintain current knowledge of community plays, concerts and performance events to suggest student participation and audition
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching Certification
Lindenwood University
Saint Charles, MO05.2008
Master of Music - Vocal Performance
Washington University in St Louis
St Louis, MO05.1996
Bachelor of Arts - Music
Webster University
St Louis, MO12.1991
Skills
- Creative Lesson Planning
- Vocal Technique
- Sight Reading
- Ensemble Building
- Extensive performance background
- Choral competition
- Administering budgets
- Collaborative Leadership
- Public Relations
- Classroom Management
- Curriculum Development
- Family Involvement
Certification
Missouri K-12 Vocal Music Education
Affiliations
- American Choral Directors Association 2011- Present
- National Association for Music Education , 2007 - Present
- Missouri Music Educators Association, 2007 - Present
- National Educators Association, 2007 - Present
Skills
*Organization and prioritization skills.
* Strong verbal and personal communication skills.
*Accuracy and Attention to details.
*Problem analysis, use of judgment and ability to solve problems efficiently.
*Self motivated, initiative, high level of energy.
*Tolerant and flexible to different situations.
Timeline
Middle School Choral Director/Theater Teacher/Musical Director
Frontier Middle School
08.2011 - Current
Elementary Music Teacher/MS Choir Assistant
Rockwood School District
08.2007 - 07.2011
Private Vocal/Piano Teacher
Self Employed
09.1997 - Current
Master of Arts - Teaching Certification
Lindenwood University
Master of Music - Vocal Performance
Washington University in St Louis
Bachelor of Arts - Music
Webster University
Missouri K-12 Vocal Music Education
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