Jessica Wagoner
Fairfax,VA
Summary
Music Teacher with background in both instrumental and vocal instruction. Skilled at creating engaging lesson plans fostering musical growth. Strong communication skills, building strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Prek-8th Music Teacher
Merritt Academy
Fairfax, VA
08.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with administrators to plan school-wide performances and events.
- Directed community Handbell events, enhancing local engagement.
- Participated in workshops, seminars, and conferences focused on music education.
K-5 Music Teacher
Maine Endwell Central School District
Endwell, NY
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Provided enriching content to reach students of all needs.
- Prepared 5th grade students for choir concerts.
- Communicated with other music teachers and classroom teachers.
K-5 Music Teacher
Bedford Central School District
Bedford, New York
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Designed age appropriate music lessons that align with school and national standards.
- Collaborated with other music teachers and classroom teachers.
- Maintained an orderly classroom environment where students are encouraged to focus and participate.
Education
Master’s of Music - Music Education
The University of Akron
Akron, OH05-2024
Bachelor’s Music - Music Education
SUNY Potsdam
Potsdam, NY05-2020
High School Diploma -
Tappan Zee High School
Orangeburg, NY06-2016
Skills
- Music curriculum development
- Classroom management
- Educational technology integration
- Cross-curricular collaboration
- Verbal and written communication
Timeline
Prek-8th Music Teacher
Merritt Academy
08.2024 - Current
K-5 Music Teacher
Maine Endwell Central School District
09.2021 - 06.2022
K-5 Music Teacher
Bedford Central School District
09.2020 - 06.2021
Master’s of Music - Music Education
The University of Akron
Bachelor’s Music - Music Education
SUNY Potsdam
High School Diploma -
Tappan Zee High School