Lydia Parish
Olathe,KS
Summary
Highly skilled and successful Music Teacher with dedication to work and growth in the field of music education. Always looking for opportunities to learn more on creating engaging and effective music curriculums and lessons. Able to integrate music into cross-curricular lessons, and mentoring young aspiring musicians to expand the elementary and secondary music programs.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
K-5 Music Teacher
Westview Elementary - Olathe Public School District
Olathe, KS
08.2022 - Current
- Taught music appreciation, history and fundamentals to young students
- Incorporated multimedia resources such as videos or audio clips into lessons in order to bring topics alive for learners
- Encouraged creativity through improvisation activities within the classroom setting
- Engaged students through group games designed to increase knowledge of various genres of music
- Created an inclusive atmosphere where all students felt comfortable participating in activities related to music education
- Organized and conducted musical performances, assemblies, and concerts.
K-5 Music Teacher
Hogan Preparatory Academy
Kansas City, MO
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, beats, instruments and instrument families
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning
- Utilized platforms such as Google Classroom and Seesaw to administer assignments and projects to students
- Experimented with a variety of behavioral and classroom management styles
- Worked closely with homeroom teachers and our behavior team to improve classroom behaviors
Education
Master of Arts Voice -
University of Central Missouri
05.2024
Bachelor of Arts Music Education - Voice -
Kansas State University
05.2021
Level 1 Orff Certification -
Baker University
Skills
- Performance Preparation
- Lesson Planning
- Orff-Schulwerk Method
- Music Theory and Music History Knowledge
- Relationship Building
- Classroom Management
References
- Cynthia Kapeller, (913)780-7750, clkapeller@olatheschools.org
- Christy Farr, (816)223-6703, cfarrirc@olatheschools.org
Timeline
K-5 Music Teacher
Westview Elementary - Olathe Public School District
08.2022 - Current
K-5 Music Teacher
Hogan Preparatory Academy
08.2021 - 05.2022
Master of Arts Voice -
University of Central Missouri
Bachelor of Arts Music Education - Voice -
Kansas State University
Level 1 Orff Certification -
Baker University
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