Krissy Weston
Fremont,CA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Excited to start working in the mental health field.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Vocal Director, Piano teacher, choreographer, voice teacher
01.2007 - Current
- I teach the vocals for local musicals being put on by 1st-12th graders
- Piano, Voice, Guitar, violin teacher for ages 5-adult
- Develop lesson plans, selected course materials and prepared assignments.
- Coordinate recitals and musical events to showcase student achievements.
- Communicate with parents regarding upcoming events and student progress.
- Developed choreography for up to 50 dancers for musical performances.
Music Teacher
Cupertino Unified School District
01.2007 - 01.2017
- Taught K-3 singing, movement, Orff instruments and recorder
- Directed and hosted school musicals, music concerts
- Directed choirs for 3rd-5th graders
- Choreographed dances for learning and performances
- Mentored struggling students with individualized approach to enhance learning.
Music /Ballet Teacher
Montessori School of Los Altos
01.2006 - 01.2012
- Using the Orff approach, taught 2.5-6 year olds music
- Taught ballet and creative movement to 2.5-6 year olds
- Accompanied 2 yearly performances on piano
- Choreographed dances for learning and performance
- Worked in team-based environment to uphold quality and continuity of service to clients.
- Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline.
Dance teacher/Piano Teacher
Merryhill School
Stockton, Ca.
01.2000 - 01.2003
- Taught piano lessons and dance to 1st-8th graders
- Choreographed yearly holiday performance
Education
Orff Levels Intro, I, II And Orff Conventions Estill Vocal TeacherTraining SLP Training Courses - Music And Movement
Santa Monica College, Ohlone College, Orff
Bachelors - theater arts
San Jose State University
2007
Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology - Drama Therapy
California Institute of Integral Studies
San Francisco, CA08.2023
Skills
- Providing Feedback
- Activity Organization
- Educational Activities
- Classroom Management Techniques
- Group Assistance
- Classroom Instruction
- Differentiated Instruction
- Strategy Implementation
- Enrichment Programs
- Diverse Student Populations
- Artistic Ability
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
Timeline
Vocal Director, Piano teacher, choreographer, voice teacher
01.2007 - Current
Music Teacher
Cupertino Unified School District
01.2007 - 01.2017
Music /Ballet Teacher
Montessori School of Los Altos
01.2006 - 01.2012
Dance teacher/Piano Teacher
Merryhill School
01.2000 - 01.2003
Orff Levels Intro, I, II And Orff Conventions Estill Vocal TeacherTraining SLP Training Courses - Music And Movement
Santa Monica College, Ohlone College, Orff
Bachelors - theater arts
San Jose State University
Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology - Drama Therapy
California Institute of Integral Studies
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