Laura Harding
Piano Teacher
Alexandria,MN
Summary
Multi-talented Piano Instructor with proven skills in teaching piano from beginner to advanced. Friendly and well-organized with experience assessing students' progress to create personalized lesson plans to facilitate learning.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Piano Teacher
Harding Music Studios
08.2001 - Current
- Developed lesson plans, selected course materials, and coordinated recitals to showcase each student's unique goals and interests.
- Communicated regularly with parents to provide information about children's progress and upcoming events.
- Worked with approximately 30 students annually to sharpen aural awareness, sight-reading, and improvisation skills.
Dance Official
Judges Association Of Minnesota
09.2003 - Current
- Increased officials' understanding of dance musicality.
- Consulted with officiating team to discuss violations and play problems, coordinate responses, and implement resolutions.
- Judged over 160 dance competitions, including multiple state and section competitions.
President
Minnesota Music Teachers Association
07.2023 - 09.2023
- Created onboarding system and trained new office administrator.
- Streamlined organizational processes by evaluating current systems and implementing improvements.
- Supervised board of directors to lead organization of approximately 600 members.
President-Elect
Minnesota Music Teachers Association
07.2021 - 06.2023
- Supported and supervised team of 9 professionals.
- Developed and implemented new strategies and policies in collaboration with board of directors to establish and achieve long-term objectives, providing association with strong and sustainable organizational leadership.
- Partnered with local associations, members, and MTNA leaders to promote profession and build rapport.
Teaching Specialist, Music
University of Minnesota, Morris
Morris, MN
08.2024 - Current
- Teach two sections of Class Piano for the Non-Music Major
- Create a syllabus that includes assignments, quizzes, midterm, and a final
- Create and monitor course content in Canvas, a web-based learning management system
Examiner
Royal Conservatory of Music
Alexandria, MN
08.2024 - Current
- Demonstrate strong writing and time management skills
- Provide evaluations of remote performance exams on behalf of The Royal Conservatory
- Participate in ongoing professional development workshops to refine skills and maintain consistency in evaluation and assessment
Treasurer
Minnesota Music Teachers Association Foundation
Bloomington, MN
08.2024 - Current
- Reconciled monthly statements, invoices, and expense accounts, keeping records accurate, and current.
- Provided accurate financial information to the board on a timely basis, ensuring informed decisionmaking.
Education
Master of Arts - Piano Pedagogy
University of St. Thomas
Saint Paul, MN05.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Music, Music Management
Luther College
Decorah, IA01.1999
Skills
- Annual Planning
- Board Collaboration
- Effective Communication
- Instructional Strategies
- Leadership Abilities
- Organizational Skills
Affiliations
Association of Professional Piano Instructors
Minnesota Music Teachers Association
Music Teachers National Association
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
Nationally Certified Teacher of Music since 2003
RCM Certified Teacher - Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Timeline
Teaching Specialist, Music
University of Minnesota, Morris
08.2024 - Current
Examiner
Royal Conservatory of Music
08.2024 - Current
Treasurer
Minnesota Music Teachers Association Foundation
08.2024 - Current
President
Minnesota Music Teachers Association
07.2023 - 09.2023
President-Elect
Minnesota Music Teachers Association
07.2021 - 06.2023
Dance Official
Judges Association Of Minnesota
09.2003 - Current
Piano Teacher
Harding Music Studios
08.2001 - Current
Master of Arts - Piano Pedagogy
University of St. Thomas
Bachelor of Arts - Music, Music Management
Luther College
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