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Kristi MacKay

Minneapolis,MN

Summary

Upbeat Music Specialist devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.

Overview

15
years of professional experience

Work History

Lake Country School
Minneapolis, United States

Music Specialist
08.2021 - Current

Job overview

  • Designed curriculum to introduce students to variety of styles and cultured.
  • Maintained equipment, supplies and facilities in good working order.
  • Diversified instruction to meet unique student strengths.
  • Kept discipline by applying effective classroom management skills.

All Saints Lutheran Church
Eagan, Minnesota

Music Director
03.2021 - Current

Job overview

  • Studied scores to learn music in detail and develop interpretations.
  • Directed groups at rehearsals and live or recorded performances to achieve desired effects such as tonal and harmonic balance dynamics, rhythm, and tempo.
  • Selected and arranged music for holiday performances and special events.
  • Handled requests for specific musical selections.
  • Led live music performances and rehearsals, directing musicians to achieve top-notch performances.

Lake Harriet House Of Music
Minneapolis, United States

Private Music Instrctor
09.2011 - 12.2019

Job overview

  • Planned and prepared individual music lessons to support student needs.
  • Arranged performance recitals and concerts to allow students to showcase musical talents.
  • Instructed students from beginning to early advanced in playing piano, voice, guitar, flute, reading sheet music and general music appreciation.
  • Taught private and semi-private lessons using self created curriculum and cover song arrangements.
  • Explained music theory, aural skills and fundamental concepts to teach students to understand, analyze, perform and create music.
  • Evaluated student music abilities by providing feedback and written reports.
  • Established and maintained network of music contacts to promote work continuity.

Grace Lutheran Church Of Northeast Minneapolis
Minneapolis, Minnesota

Worship and Music Director
01.2008 - 03.2019

Job overview

  • Identified and recruited potential volunteer workers.
  • Kept program children safe and secure at all times with proactive monitoring strategies.
  • Prepared, coordinated and distributed information about yearly schedule of activities and classes.
  • Built, managed and upgraded K-12 educational program.
  • Analyzed revenue and program cost data to determine budget priorities.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.

Education

University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Minneapolis, MN

Bachelor of Science from Music And Dance

University Overview

Skills

    Elementary Music Class Instruction

    Choir Director

    Lead instrumentalist and singer in all services, assemblies and meetings

    Private and small group instruction on Piano, Guitar, Voice and Flute

    Award nominated songwriter with a publishing contract

    Active live performer in a variety of musical styles

    Movement teacher

    Musical Collaboration Expert

    Teacher of Music Theory and Practice

    Teacher of Music Technology

    Active Member in Community Events of school and church

  • Music Selection
  • Office Supplies and Inventory
  • Positive Reinforcement Strategies

Timeline

Music Specialist
Lake Country School
08.2021 - Current
Music Director
All Saints Lutheran Church
03.2021 - Current
Private Music Instrctor
Lake Harriet House Of Music
09.2011 - 12.2019
Worship and Music Director
Grace Lutheran Church Of Northeast Minneapolis
01.2008 - 03.2019
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Bachelor of Science from Music And Dance

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