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Kimberly Amos (Higgins)

Kingwood

Summary

Experienced educator and choir director with a Master of Education in Educational Leadership. Dedicated to fostering student success and building sustainable programs. Proven ability to lead teams, develop curriculum, and create a thriving educational environment. Seeking a position to leverage leadership skills and passion for education.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Musical Director

At His Feet Productions
02.2008 - Current
  • Collaborated with choreographers and stage directors to ensure seamless integration of music and movement in productions.
  • Determined voices, instruments, harmonic structures, rhythms, tempos and tone balances required to achieve effects desired in each musical composition.

Music Teacher

Cleveland ISD
08.2024 - 08.2025
  • Organized successful concerts and recitals, showcasing students'' talents and hard work.
  • Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
  • Incorporated creative activities into lessons to engage students and spark interest in music.
  • Enhanced students'' understanding of music theory through engaging activities and exercises.
  • Mentored students in various ensembles, boosting their confidence and performance skills.

Educator

Cleveland ISD
08.2019 - 08.2025


Head Choir Director

  • Revived and sustained a choir program demonstrating strong leadership and organizational skills.
  • Designed curriculum, classroom structure, and performance opportunities, showcasing ability to manage programs effectively.

Credit Recovery

  • Supervised students while they completed class credits in the appropriate time for graduation.
  • Monitored student progress and tailoring instruction to individual needs.

ISS

  • Provided behavioral and academic support to students assigned to class for various amounts of time.


Long-Term Substitute Teacher

Tomball Independent School District
01.2017 - 05.2020
  • While fulfilling my responsibilities as a regular substitute, I became the long-term music teacher for Rosehill Elementary. I helped students with annual musicals in the absence of their scheduled teacher in the 2018-2019 year without interruption.

Choir Instructor

Aldine Independent School District
08.2007 - 05.2015
  • Hired as a highly qualified choir teacher, responsible for creating and developing a district acceptable choir program. Developed musicianship skills utilizing vocal/ear training, Orff instruments, and music theory. Students showcased their progress throughout the City of Houston and earned medals at Pre-UIL competitions.

Education

Worship Studies- Pursuant - Music

Liberty University
05.2026

Master of Education - Educational Leadership

University of St. Thomas
05.2013

Bachelor of Arts - Music Performance

Texas Southern University
05.2008

Skills

  • Classroom Safety Practices
  • Instructional Materials Creation
  • Student Engagement
  • Cooperative Learning Experience
  • Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NVCI)
  • Student-Centered Learning
  • Positive Reinforcement

Certification

  • Certification Held: Music EC-12

Timeline

Music Teacher

Cleveland ISD
08.2024 - 08.2025

Educator

Cleveland ISD
08.2019 - 08.2025

Long-Term Substitute Teacher

Tomball Independent School District
01.2017 - 05.2020

Musical Director

At His Feet Productions
02.2008 - Current

Choir Instructor

Aldine Independent School District
08.2007 - 05.2015

Master of Education - Educational Leadership

University of St. Thomas

Bachelor of Arts - Music Performance

Texas Southern University

Worship Studies- Pursuant - Music

Liberty University