Lyncia Dixon
Houston,TX
Summary
Innovative K-5 Music Teacher with expertise in student engagement, music theory, and vocal instruction. Committed to fostering creativity through engaging curricula and collaborative performance opportunities.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
K-5 Music Teacher
Orem International Leadership of Texas
Houston, TX
04.2021 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging music curriculum for K-5 students, fostering creativity and musicality.
- Led classroom activities that enhanced students' understanding of music theory and history.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate music education across other subject areas, promoting interdisciplinary learning.
- Organized school-wide performances, showcasing student talents and encouraging community involvement in the arts.
Sped Assistant
Spring Branch Elementary School
Houston, TX
09.2020 - 04.2021
- Collaborated with teachers to develop engaging lesson plans and classroom activities.
- Managed student records and ensured compliance with school policies.
- Assisted in coordinating school events, fostering a sense of community among students and families.
- Supported classroom management by implementing behavior strategies and monitoring student progress.
Life Skills Teachers Assistant
Yes Prep White Oak
Houston, TX
08.2018 - 07.2020
- Assisted in developing individualized education plans tailored to student needs.
- Supported classroom management by implementing behavior intervention strategies.
- Collaborated with teachers to create engaging lesson plans and activities.
- Facilitated communication between students, parents, and educational staff.
K-12 Music Teacher
Global Innovation School
Sugar Land, TX
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Developed engaging music curriculum aligned with state standards and student needs.
- Implemented innovative teaching techniques to enhance student participation and learning outcomes.
- Coordinated music performances, fostering collaboration among students, parents, and staff
- Kept in contact with parents through email and phone communication
- Coordinated Christmas programs and spring concerts
- Taught music theory and some instruments
Education
Bachelor of Music - General Music
Texas Southern University
Houston, TX05-2017
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Choral conducting
- Student engagement
- Music theory
- Instrumental
- Ear training techniques
- Assessment strategies
- Improvisation techniques
- Vocal instruction
- Group collaboration
- Performance preparation
- Classroom management
- Verbal and written communication
- Proficient in [instrument]
- Relationship building
- Vocal experience
- Lesson planning
- Vocal expertise
- Special events
- Rehearsals
- Program planning
- Sight reading
- Learning enhancement
- School assembly preparations
Timeline
K-5 Music Teacher
Orem International Leadership of Texas
04.2021 - Current
Sped Assistant
Spring Branch Elementary School
09.2020 - 04.2021
Life Skills Teachers Assistant
Yes Prep White Oak
08.2018 - 07.2020
K-12 Music Teacher
Global Innovation School
08.2017 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Music - General Music
Texas Southern University