Maxine Matthews Smith
Atlanta,GA
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
Lower School Music Teacher
The Westminster Schools
Atlanta, GA
08.1986 - 05.2019
- Developed lesson plans for diverse musical genres and age groups.
- Assisted students in learning musical instruments and basic music theory.
- Facilitated music appreciation sessions to enhance students' listening skills.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan school-wide music events and performances.
- Maintained a positive classroom environment that encouraged artistic expression.
- Organized special events, school concerts, music competitions and music examinations.
- Conducted rehearsals before major performances including conducting warm-ups and sectionals as needed.
Lower School Music Teacher
The Lovett School
Atlanta, Georgia
08.1977 - 05.1982
- Formulated and implemented effective lesson plans focusing on principles of music, musicianship, music theory, and history.
- Developed relationships with students, parents, staff members, and administrators to ensure the best outcomes for all involved parties.
- Organized and conducted weekly group classes to teach basic music theory and performance skills.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education
Mary Baldwin College
Staunton, Virginia05-1973
Skills
- Music pedagogy
- Instrument instruction
- Lesson planning
- Music theory
- Event organization
- Classroom management
Timeline
Lower School Music Teacher
The Westminster Schools
08.1986 - 05.2019
Lower School Music Teacher
The Lovett School
08.1977 - 05.1982
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education
Mary Baldwin College