MELANIE JEAN DONAHUE
Littleton
Summary
Music education professional, well-versed in curriculum development and student engagement techniques. Proven ability to cultivate collaborative environment that supports individual growth and collective success. Known for adaptability and commitment to achieving high educational standards.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Music Teacher
Lancaster Elementary School
08.2022 - Current
- Directed concert band and choral program for students in grades PK-8
- Provided individual and small group instruction on instruments and voice for students in grades PK-8
- Instructed general music courses for students in grades PK-8
- Organized, planned and conducted winter and spring music concerts
- Musical Director for the spring musical productions
Music Teacher
Good Shepherd Catholic School
08.2016 - 01.2021
- Directed concert band and choral program for students in grades K-8
- Provided individual and small group instruction on instruments and voice for students in grades K-8
- Instructed general music courses for students in grades K-8
- Organized, planned and conducted winter and spring music concerts
- Musical Director for the spring musical productions
Special Educator
Waterford School
01.2015 - 12.2015
- Provided individual and small group instruction in and out of the regular education classroom
- Completed Individualized Education Plans for students with disabilities
- Conducted meetings with faculty, parents and students
- Worked with classroom teachers to differentiate instruction for all students
Music Teacher
Littleton School District
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Directed concert band and jazz ensemble for grades 5-12
- Directed choral program for students in grades 7-12
- Instructed music technology courses for student in grades 7-8
- Provided individual and small group instruction on instruments and voice for students in grades 4-12
- Organized, planned, and conducted fall and spring music performances
- Musical Director for the spring musical productions
Music Teacher
The Riverside School
01.2009 - 01.2012
- Directed concert band and choral program for students in grades 2-8
- Provided individual and small group instruction on instruments and voice for students in grades K-8
- Instructed general music courses for students in grades K-8
- Organized, planned and conducted winter and spring music concerts
- Musical Director for the spring musical productions
Music Teacher, Long Term Substitute
Danville School
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Directed concert band, jazz ensembles and beginning band for grades 5-12
- Provided individual and small group instruction on instruments for grades 5-12
- Instructed music appreciation courses for students in grades 9-12
- Organized, planned, and conducted winter and spring music performances
Education
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Music
Plymouth State University
Plymouth, NH01.2009
Skills
- Practical application of music theory
- Clear and concise communication
- Relationship building
- Experienced in saxophone performance
Accomplishments
Conductor, Northeast Middle School Music Festival Band
North Country Union High School, Newport, VT
March 2012
Conductor, Northeast Middle School Music Festival Band
North Country Union High School, Newport, VT
March 2018
Publications
- Remember, 2009, Alfred Publishing Company Concert Band Catalogue
- Celtic Voyage, 2008, Alfred Publishing Company Concert Band Catalogue
- Eire, 2007, Alfred Publishing Company Concert Band Catalogue
Certification
- Licensed Music Educator
- Music Education
Timeline
Music Teacher
Lancaster Elementary School
08.2022 - Current
Music Teacher
Good Shepherd Catholic School
08.2016 - 01.2021
Special Educator
Waterford School
01.2015 - 12.2015
Music Teacher
Littleton School District
01.2012 - 01.2014
Music Teacher
The Riverside School
01.2009 - 01.2012
Music Teacher, Long Term Substitute
Danville School
01.2007 - 01.2008
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Music
Plymouth State University
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