Jennifer Stiegelmeyer
Solon
Summary
Passionate music educator with a proven track record at Iowa City Community School District. Expert in diverse learning strategies and collaborative teaching, fostering student engagement and special needs accommodations. Successfully designed curricula and implemented tailored interventions, enhancing student creativity,emotional expression through music, ultimately developing students' love for music.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary General Music Teacher
Iowa City Community School District
08.1999 - Current
- Designed engaging music curricula aligned with state standards to enhance student learning experiences.
- Fostered a collaborative classroom environment to encourage creativity and musical expression among students.
- Implemented diverse teaching strategies to accommodate various learning styles and abilities in music education.
- Developed assessment tools to evaluate student progress and adapt instruction accordingly for continuous improvement.
- Mentored practicum students and student teachers in music pedagogy from the University of Iowa.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Organized school-wide performances, enhancing student engagement, showcasing student talent, and promoting the importance of music education.
- Fostered a sense of community among students by creating opportunities for collaborative group work and peer feedback during music activities.
- Established strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about student progress and performance.
- Assessed student abilities regularly using both formative and summative evaluations, informing future instruction for better results.
- Participated in professional development workshops focused on innovative teaching methodologies within the field of music education.
- Integrated technology into lessons to enrich music education and promote interactive learning experiences.
- Collaborated with colleagues across disciplines to create interdisciplinary projects that connect music with other subjects.
Board Certified Music Therapist
Iowa City Community School District
08.2003 - 05.2008
- Developed and implemented tailored music therapy interventions for students on IEP's.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance learning strategies and outcomes.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate individual needs and progress in student goals.
- Facilitated group sessions, promoting social interaction and emotional expression among participants.
Board Certified Music Therapist
University Of Iowa Health Care
04.1997 - 06.2000
- Developed and implemented tailored music therapy interventions for diverse patient populations.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate individual needs and progress in therapeutic goals.
- Advocated for the integration of music therapy within treatment plans across various healthcare settings.
- Advocated for the inclusion of music therapy services in healthcare settings, increasing accessibility for those who could benefit from this unique form of treatment.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive therapeutic care for patients.
Education
Master of Collaboration in Teaching And Learning -
Graceland University
Lamoni, IA01-2012
Bachelor of Arts - Music Therapy And Music Education
Wartburg College
Waverly, IA05-1996
Skills
- Diverse learning strategies
- Collaborative teaching
- Student engagement
- Special needs accommodations
- World music integration
- Performance preparation
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
Timeline
Board Certified Music Therapist
Iowa City Community School District
08.2003 - 05.2008
Elementary General Music Teacher
Iowa City Community School District
08.1999 - Current
Board Certified Music Therapist
University Of Iowa Health Care
04.1997 - 06.2000
Master of Collaboration in Teaching And Learning -
Graceland University
Bachelor of Arts - Music Therapy And Music Education
Wartburg College
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