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Michelle Lepidi

Grosse Ile,Michigan

Summary

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Enthusiastic Music Teacher eager to impart love of music as well as history, vocal techniques and performance experience onto elementary students. Exceptional skill developing performance groups and ensembles to showcase skill growth. Certified in Michigan to teach elementary and middle grades.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience

Work History

Private Piano Teacher

Self Employed
09.1985 - Current
  • Worked with students to sharpen sight-reading, memorization and improvisation piano techniques.
  • Established strong music foundation with students by incorporating basic music theory into weekly lessons.
  • Selected music from various genres for use as teaching pieces.
  • Arranged lessons to accommodate each student's unique goals and interests.
  • Used a variety of instruments to reinforce objectives and motivate students
  • Scheduled shows and performances in accordance with school calendar.

Music Teacher

St. Joseph's Catholic School
08.2015 - 06.2016


  • Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
  • Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
  • Incorporated creative activities into lessons to engage students and spark interest in music.
  • Taught recorders, Orff instruments, chimes, hand bells, percussion instruments, and various other instruments.

Fourth Grade Teacher

Crestwood School District
08.1992 - 06.1997


  • Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
  • Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
  • Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
  • Stayed abreast of new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
  • Built positive relationships with parents by creating Coffee Talk, a monthly meeting between myself and parents concerning daily lessons, activities and any concerns they might have.

Fifth Grade Teacher

Crestwood School District
08.1989 - 06.1992
  • Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
  • Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Stayed abreast of new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.


First Grade Classroom Teacher

Pasadena ISD
08.1987 - 05.1989
  • Evaluated individual student abilities and created action plans based on current level and desired growth goals to support preparedness for transition to next grade level.
  • Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.

Education

Master of Arts - Educational Leadership

Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI
05.1995

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI
05.1987

Skills

  • Fun Learning Processes
  • Performance Optimization Strategies
  • Student Engagement
  • Mentor Students
  • Trained in Orff instruments
  • Trained in recorders, chimes, hand bells, percussion instruments, guitar, vocal and a variety of other instruments
  • Excellent Communication
  • Evaluation Abilities
  • Personalized Support
  • Vocal Instruction
  • Performance Preparation
  • Recital Coordination

Timeline

Music Teacher

St. Joseph's Catholic School
08.2015 - 06.2016

Fourth Grade Teacher

Crestwood School District
08.1992 - 06.1997

Fifth Grade Teacher

Crestwood School District
08.1989 - 06.1992

First Grade Classroom Teacher

Pasadena ISD
08.1987 - 05.1989

Private Piano Teacher

Self Employed
09.1985 - Current

Master of Arts - Educational Leadership

Eastern Michigan University

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Michigan State University

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