Maureen Berney
Findlay,OH
Summary
Dedicated music educator prepared to inspire and mentor students in vocal music. Extensive experience creating inclusive and dynamic lesson plans that cater to diverse learning styles. Skills in vocal pedagogy, choral arranging, and K-12 music instruction.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Vocal Music Teacher
New Riegel Local Schools
08.2023 - Current
- Teach and direct the choral and general music program for grades 1–12, incorporating vocal performance, music theory, music history, opera, jazz, bucket drumming, music technology, and ukulele to provide a comprehensive music education.
- Plan and direct performances at elementary, middle, and high school levels.
- Advise an auditioned a cappella group, coach singers, and arrange pieces for performance.
- Directed and produced musicals for grades 5–12, reviving a 15-year dormant theater program.
- Earned skilled overall ratings in the Ohio Teacher Evaluation System (OTES).
Student Teacher
Arbor Hills Junior High School
03.2023 - 05.2023
- Supported planning and execution of rehearsals, events, and concerts for grades 6–8 choirs.
- Developed lessons on music history, opera, theory, ukulele, bucket drumming, and a cross-curricular literary novel study.
- Played a key role in advising drama club and pop ensembles; arranged pieces for student performance.
Education
Bachelor of Music - Music Education
Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green, OH04.2023
High School Diploma -
Strongsville High School
Strongsville, OH06.2019
Skills
- Comprehensive K-12 Music Instruction
- Choral conducting
- Music theory
- Choral Arranging
- Curriculum Design
Performance Experience
- McMaster Guest Artist Series – Dr. Louise Toppin Masterclass & Concert
- Performed featured repertoire of African American Art Song in both masterclass and concert settings.
- BGSU Opera Theatre – “Addio, senza rancor”
- Interpreted scenes from Hansel and Gretel, South Pacific, The Sound of Music, and Brigadoon in a staged performance setting.
- 21st Annual Marjorie Conrad Art Song Competition
- Earned 3rd Place in the Undergraduate Division.
- World Premiere – Steven Naylor’s The Temple of Immensity
Leadership Experience
- Vice President | BGSU Women’s Chorus (2021–2022)
- Assisted in planning and executing tours, retreats, and social events to promote group engagement and cohesion.
- Chair, Fraternity Education | Sigma Alpha Iota – Gamma Omicron Chapter (2021–2023)
- Led education on fraternity policies, bylaws, and risk management; conducted biannual anti-hazing reviews to ensure compliance and safety.
- Section Leader | BGSU Music Plus Program (2021–2022)
- Directed soprano and alto sections, organizing rehearsals and performances for Toledo Public School students to foster musical growth.
Timeline
Vocal Music Teacher
New Riegel Local Schools
08.2023 - Current
Student Teacher
Arbor Hills Junior High School
03.2023 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Music - Music Education
Bowling Green State University
High School Diploma -
Strongsville High School
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