MERIDITH NEUER-KINCAID
Lawrence,KS
Summary
I am a passionate Music Educator dedicated to inspiring students to reach their highest potential. Creating a dynamic learning environment that promotes student engagement and positive learning outcomes, while also using adaptive lessons and assessments tailored to each student's needs, ensuring a welcoming and inclusive music experience for all.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Music Educator
Pauline South Intermediate School
08.2021 - Current
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
- Integrated technology into the curriculum including digital audio workstations, Tonal recognition tools, and Smart Board Music Software (Quaver and MusicPlay).
- Created engaging lesson plans that incorporated music history, improvisation and composition techniques.
- Established student-led performance evaluations/feedback and assistance to improve musical skills.
- Utilized various teaching methods such as lecture, discussion, demonstration, Formal/Informal assessments, and hands-on activities
- Incorporated current trends in popular music into lessons while reinforcing traditional methods.
- Differentiated music instructional content, processes, and learning environments to foster individual student development.
- Continuously updating professional knowledge through participation in conferences, workshops, and webinars focused on music education trends and best practices.
Front Ensemble Technician
Washburn Rural High School
08.2021 - Current
- Provide instruction of basic to advanced percussion rudiments and fundamentals
- Utilized student led rehearsals
- Applied elements of music theory to create musical and tonal structures, including harmonies, and melodies
- Studied scores to learn music in detail, and to develop interpretations
- Inspected equipment for wear and tear then replaced them as necessary
- Trained new personnel in proper techniques for tuning percussion instruments according to established protocols
Summer Percussion Clinician
DeSoto High School
08.2019 - 07.2021
- Monitored rehearsals providing feedback on technique and instrumentation adjustments as needed
- Demonstrated knowledge of various musical styles to assist customers in selecting suitable percussion instruments
- Applied elements of music theory to create musical and tonal structures, including harmonies, and melodies
- Explored and developed musical ideas based on sources such as imagination and sounded in environment
Elementary Music Educator
Hogan Prep Elementary School
08.2019 - 07.2020
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
- Encouraged creativity through improvisation and composition activities
- Developed and implemented engaging music curriculum for elementary school students
- Integrated technology into lessons to enhance instruction and engagement
- Provided individualized instruction based on each student's unique learning style
- Continuously updated professional knowledge through participation in conferences, workshops, and webinars focused on music education trends and best practices.
- Assessed student progress, identified areas of improvement, and created plans to support student growth in musical performance
Student Teacher
USD 437
08.2018 - 12.2018
- Gained experience in Elementary Education at Indian Hills Elementary where I developed lesson plans and instructional materials to meet students' individual needs in the general music classroom
- Gained experience in Secondary education at Washburn Rural High School by collaborating with staff for a successful band camp/ Marching Band season
- Developing lesson plans and instructional materials for large and small ensemble such as Wind Ensemble and Jazz Band
- Encouraged critical thinking skills while teaching Music Theory/History by posing open-ended questions and having interactive activities during lessons
Education
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Music Education
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS12.2018
Skills
- Instrument Proficiency
- Jazz Education
- Ensemble management
- Music Theory Knowledge
- Relationship Building
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Special Needs Accommodation
- Lesson Planning
- Technology Integration
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Public Speaking
Certification
PreK-12 Music Education
Awards
- Distinguished Staff Finalist 2021-2022 (USD 437)
- Distinguished Staff Finalist 2022-2023 (USD 437)
Timeline
Music Educator
Pauline South Intermediate School
08.2021 - Current
Front Ensemble Technician
Washburn Rural High School
08.2021 - Current
Summer Percussion Clinician
DeSoto High School
08.2019 - 07.2021
Elementary Music Educator
Hogan Prep Elementary School
08.2019 - 07.2020
Student Teacher
USD 437
08.2018 - 12.2018
PreK-12 Music Education
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Music Education
Kansas State University
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