Meredith Milbrath
Manitowoc,WI
Summary
Dynamic educator from Manitowoc Lutheran High School, adept in ensemble management and fostering strong relationships, significantly enhanced student performance and collaboration. Specializes in pedagogical strategies and instrumental expertise, with a proven track record in motivating students and promoting a positive learning environment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Middle School Band Director, High School Drama Director
Manitowoc Lutheran High School
Manitowoc, WI
07.2022 - Current
- Enhanced student motivation and retention by offering regular performance opportunities for soloists, small ensembles, and full concert bands.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by addressing individual needs, promoting teamwork, and maintaining high expectations for students.
- Collaborated with other fine arts educators to integrate cross-curricular content into musical instruction effectively.
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues for better collaboration on interdisciplinary projects and school-wide events.
- Promoted teamwork within ensembles leading to improved collaboration between sections during performances.
- Provided constructive feedback during rehearsals, helping students grow as musicians and performers.
- Inventoried, maintained, repaired, and purchased new instruments and gear for department.
- Managed inventory of instruments, sheet music, accessories, ensuring proper maintenance and availability for all band members.
- Established strong relationships with students, parents, and school administrators to foster a supportive musical community.
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
- Mentored struggling students with individualized approach to enhance learning.
- Taught students to identify different instruments from instrument's sound and shape.
- Encouraged a collaborative approach between cast members by fostering trust-building exercises which resulted in stronger onstage chemistry.
- Trained students in various aspects of stagecraft such as set design, lighting, sound, and costume creation.
- Directed multiple successful stage productions, showcasing students'' talents and fostering a sense of accomplishment.
- Managed auditions and casting processes, ensuring fair opportunities for all interested students.
- Maintained accurate records of club activities, budget expenditures, and student participation for future reference or evaluation purposes.
- Recruited new club members through engaging presentations at school assemblies or open house events, expanding the program''s reach within the school community.
Teacher 3rd and 4th Grade, Band and Chior
Risen Savior Lutheran School
Mankato, MN
07.2016 - 06.2022
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Organized and led educational field trips that complemented classroom learning, broadening students' real-world understanding.
- Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
Teacher 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade, 2nd-8th Grade Choir
Mt. Olive Lutheran School
Overland Park, KS
07.2011 - 06.2016
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Taught multiple grades at one time. Even 2nd-8th grade all in the same Chior class.
Education
Masters Of Music Technology - Music Technology Performance
Southern Utah University
Cedar City, UTBachelors Of Science - Education
Martin Luther College
New Ulm, MN05.2011
Skills
- Pedagogical Strategies
- Ensemble Management
- Instrumental Expertise
- Recruitment Strategies
- Improvisation Techniques
- Ear Training
- Arranging Skills
- Audition preparation
- Repertoire Selection
- Conducting Techniques
- Music History Awareness
- Student Motivation
- Performance Planning
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Team Collaboration
- Active Listening
- Effective Communication
- Relationship Building
- Self-critiquing skills
- Self Motivation
- Interpersonal Skills
- Professionalism
- Theatre performances
- Studio Recordings
- Classroom Management
- Critical Thinking
- Lesson Planning
- Student Engagement
- Behavior Management
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
- Growth Mindset
- Classroom Instruction
- Differentiated Instruction
- Collaborative learning
- Student-Centered Learning
- Group and individual instruction
- Curriculum Implementation
- Student assessment
Timeline
Middle School Band Director, High School Drama Director
Manitowoc Lutheran High School
07.2022 - Current
Teacher 3rd and 4th Grade, Band and Chior
Risen Savior Lutheran School
07.2016 - 06.2022
Teacher 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade, 2nd-8th Grade Choir
Mt. Olive Lutheran School
07.2011 - 06.2016
Masters Of Music Technology - Music Technology Performance
Southern Utah University
Bachelors Of Science - Education
Martin Luther College