Marisa Alfano
Columbia
Summary
Dedicated music teacher and drama director with over 25 years of experience in curriculum development and multicultural music appreciation. Skilled in fostering creativity and showcasing talents through coordinated performances, leading to increased community engagement and student participation.
Overview
46
46
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Music Teacher & Drama Director
East Haddam Board Of Education
Moodus
09.2004 - 06.2025
- Formulated and implemented effective lesson plans focusing on principles of music, musicianship, music theory, and history.
- Collaborated with other teachers in order to create innovative projects that involve multiple disciplines such as art, theatre, dance.
- Coordinated school performances to showcase student talents and foster community involvement.
Music Director
Punahou School
Honolulu
09.1985 - 08.1987
- Coordinated music events and performances within the school community.
- Instructed performers on history, fundamentals, and appreciation of different music styles .
- Motivated highest possible musical quality and nurtured continued growth within choir.
Nyack Middle School
Nyack School District
Nyack
09.1981 - 06.1984
- Developed engaging vocal lessons for diverse student age groups.
- Organized school-wide music events and performances to showcase student talent.
- Maintained classroom environment conducive to learning and artistic expression.
- Conducted auditions for soloists for school performances.
Music Teacher
S. Orangetown Middle School
S. Orangetown
10.1979 - 06.1981
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student needs.
- Organized school concerts and music events for community involvement.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment to encourage creativity and expression.
- Composed original works for use in class or special events such as school plays or talent shows.
- Organized field trips to concerts and musical events to enrich the students' learning experience.
- Managed thespian society operations with students to promote creativity and individual thought.
Education
Master of Science - Music Education
SUNY At Fredonia
Fredonia, NY05-1979
Bachelor of Arts - Music
Marymount College
Tarrytown, NY05-1977
Skills
- performance coordination
- curriculum development
- classroom management
- community engagement
- Multicultural music appreciation
- Theater production management
Certification
Ct. Certification in Music Education
Accomplishments
Teacher of the Year 2005-6
Affiliations
Successfully directed over 20 plays and musicals, including supervision of set prodution, costumes, props, choreography and acting
Timeline
Music Teacher & Drama Director
East Haddam Board Of Education
09.2004 - 06.2025
Music Director
Punahou School
09.1985 - 08.1987
Nyack Middle School
Nyack School District
09.1981 - 06.1984
Music Teacher
S. Orangetown Middle School
10.1979 - 06.1981
Master of Science - Music Education
SUNY At Fredonia
Bachelor of Arts - Music
Marymount College