Kelsey McDonald
Crowley,TX
Summary
Skilled professional with expertise developing engaging performing arts programs and learning experiences.
Overview
2015
2015
years of professional experience
Work History
Music Educator
Everman Independent School District
2019 - 2020
- Created and planned grade-level music programs for the school and community
- Developed comprehensive music curriculum by incorporating various teaching methods and innovative techniques
- Facilitated individual and group instruction, fostering a collaborative learning environment for students
Substitute Teacher
Crowley Independent School District
2018 - 2019
- Relocated to Fort Worth, TX and learned about the Texas public school system and local communities
Music Educator
Murrieta Valley Unified School District
Murrieta, CA
2015 - 2018
- Designed and implemented engaging curriculum for middle school students in Theatre Arts, Choir, Guitar, and Music Appreciation
- Collaborated with choral educator colleagues to plan and direct district-wide music concerts and events
- Designed and implemented seasonal concert schedules aligning with educational goals
- Inspired a love of music in students, leading to an increase in performing arts participation and student retention
Office Administrator
Robert Half International Inc.
Riverside, CA
01.2011 - 01.2015
- Managed daily office operations, ensuring efficient workflow and organization
- Coordinated communications, financial processing, registration, recordkeeping, and other administrative functions
- Trained new staff on office procedures and administrative best practices
Education
Texas Teacher Certification -
Music EC-12
Master of Arts - Education
University of Redlands
Redlands, CABachelor of Arts - Communication Studies and Music
University of Portland
Portland, ORSkills
- Educational programming
- Relationship building with students, parents, educators, and community members
- Problem-solving
- Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
Timeline
Office Administrator
Robert Half International Inc.
01.2011 - 01.2015
Music Educator
Everman Independent School District
2019 - 2020
Substitute Teacher
Crowley Independent School District
2018 - 2019
Music Educator
Murrieta Valley Unified School District
2015 - 2018
Texas Teacher Certification -
Music EC-12
Master of Arts - Education
University of Redlands
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies and Music
University of Portland
Community Involvement
- Actor with Granbury Theatre Company, Weatherford Summer Stage, and Theatre Off the Square (2025-present)
- Comfort Zone Camp Volunteer (2014-2018): Worked one-on-one with a child at each camp and met their diverse needs through play, conversation, and relationship building