Kyrah Lymas
Greensboro,North Carolina
Summary
Organized Middle School Teacher with a year of experience teaching over students. Skillful in monitoring large classrooms and cultivating positive relationships with students. Proficient in monitoring student academic progress, administering and grading assessments and maintaining detailed, complete student records. Demonstrated leverage expertise to advance organizational goals and guide students towards excellence in musical performance. Dedicated to providing a balanced, engaging learning environment for all students.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Orchestra Teacher
Jackson Middle School
Greensboro , NC
2023.08 - Current
- Developed and implemented innovative music curriculum to meet the needs of students.
- Prepared students for concerts, recitals, and competitions by providing individualized instruction in instrumental technique and ensemble performance.
- Scheduled group and private tutoring sessions to assist students requiring extra help.
- Cultivated collaborative and innovative learning environment to meet each student's unique educational needs.
- Differentiated instruction for students with wide range of skill and interest levels.
- Instructed students on music theory concepts such as scales, chords, notation, dynamics, tempo markings.
Music Director
Camp Joy Summer Camp
Pleasant Garden , NC
2023.06 - 2024.08
- Gathered music and props for daily class instruction as well as performances.
- Organized and facilitated group music activities.
- Developed individual lesson plans based on the abilities of each camper.
- Monitored campers in recreational activities, such as swimming or field trips.
- Assisted with transporting and escorting program participants to, from and within program activity locations and on external trips.
- Coordinated and led group activities for campers and counselors.
- Responded promptly to any behavioral issues that arose during class time or other activities.
Substitute Teacher
Guilford County School System
Greensboro , NC
2023.01 - 2023.06
- Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
- Assisted with classroom management issues when needed.
- Collaborated with other teachers to ensure student success.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and behavior.
- Ensured that each student had access to appropriate materials and resources.
- Administered tests and assessments according to school guidelines.
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
Music Intern
Volusia County Schools
Ormond Beach , FL
2022.07 - 2022.11
- Assisted with the development of lesson plans to meet the needs of each student's individual learning style.
- Supervised students during practice sessions, ensemble rehearsals and performances.
- Created assessment tools for evaluating student progress in musical education.
- Encouraged active participation from all students in class activities and discussions.
- Researched instructional methods suitable for teaching music fundamentals at various levels of proficiency.
Education
Master of Arts - Music Education
University of North Carolina At Greensboro
Greensboro, NC2025-08
Bachelor of Science - Teacher Education
Bethune - Cookman University
Daytona Beach, FL2022-12
Skills
- Musical Instruction
- Music Showcase Training
- Curriculum Development And Lesson Planning
- Student Instruction
- Proficient In Instrumental techniques for most instruments
- Verbal And Written Communication
Affiliations
- The National Society of Leadership and Success
- Bethune-Cookman University Marching Wildcat
- The National Association for Music Education
Accomplishments
- Certificate for Academic Excellence
- The Semper Fields Award for Musical Excellence
- Magna Cum Laude
- Section Leader (Saxophone)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Orchestra Teacher
Jackson Middle School
2023.08 - Current
Music Director
Camp Joy Summer Camp
2023.06 - 2024.08
Substitute Teacher
Guilford County School System
2023.01 - 2023.06
Music Intern
Volusia County Schools
2022.07 - 2022.11
Master of Arts - Music Education
University of North Carolina At Greensboro
Bachelor of Science - Teacher Education
Bethune - Cookman University
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