Karen Mattera

Created music therapy sessions for social interaction, physical activity, and increasing comfort for hospice patients under the supervision of Sherrye Platt, MT-BC

• Enhanced patient well-being by designing and implementing individualized music therapy interventions.

Provided music therapy sessions for memory stimulation, quality of life, physical activity, and social interaction for older adults under supervision of Kelsy Moules, MT-BC.

• Developed curriculum and implemented lessons based on National Core Arts Standards.
• Scheduled shows and performances in accordance with school calendar.
• Collaborated with community arts organizations to bring real-world experiences into classrooms and provide students with opportunities for learning and growth.
• Managed classroom behavior to establish and maintain clear classroom behavior and discipline expectations.
• Adapted instruction to meet individual student needs to differentiate instruction to meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.