Melissa Bentley
Dublin,GA
Summary
Skilled Educator offering 5 years of experience as a classroom teacher and many years as a performer. Strong attention to detail with a creative and friendly style. Certified in Music Education in the State of Georgia, but also willing to become certified in Elementary Education, Special Education, or Georgia's Pre-K program.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary Music Educator
Bleckley County Board Of Education
07.2022 - Current
- Organized and directed school concerts, showcasing students' talents and fostering a sense of community pride.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Developed daily lesson plans to generate interest in vocals, movements and use of classroom instruments.
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
- Selected appropriate repertoire for ensembles based on age level, skill level, and educational objectives.
- Inspired a love of learning by exposing students to various musical styles, cultures, composers, performers, periods throughout history.
Middle Grades Music Educator
Laurens County Board Of Education
07.2019 - 07.2022
- Utilized current technology and interactive teaching methods to enhance student engagement.
- Managed classroom behavior to establish and maintain clear classroom behavior and discipline expectations.
- Encouraged social interaction and collaboration among students to foster camaraderie and teamwork.
- Tailored instruction to meet individual student needs and cultivated inclusive learning environment.
- Scheduled shows and performances in accordance with school calendar.
- Planned and executed targeted lesson plans to instruct on music theory, music history, and performance etiquette.
Education
Master of Arts - Music Education
Georgia College And State University
Milledgeville, GA08.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA08.2018
Skills
- Positive Behavior Techniques
- Relationship Building
- Program Planning
- Choral Direction
- Vocal experience
- Technology Integration
- Summer School Instruction
- Special Events
- Improvisation Techniques
- Safe, Positive Learning Environment
Certification
MUSIC (P-12) [FLD767]
Timeline
Elementary Music Educator
Bleckley County Board Of Education
07.2022 - Current
Middle Grades Music Educator
Laurens County Board Of Education
07.2019 - 07.2022
Master of Arts - Music Education
Georgia College And State University
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
Georgia Southern University
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