MOLLY LEARY
Orchestra Conductor
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Passionate Orchestra Teacher with relevant experience in conducting, instructing, and organizing performances for various student ensembles. Strengths include mastery of diverse musical styles, strong leadership abilities and effective communication skills. Demonstrated impact through enhanced student interest in music studies and successful orchestral performances.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Orchestra Teacher
Waldorf School of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA
10.2023 - Current
- Instructed students on instrument techniques and music theory principles.
- Conducted rehearsals, fostering teamwork and musical collaboration.
- Developed engaging curriculum for diverse student orchestras.
Elementary Music Teacher
Christopher Columbus Charter School
Philadelphia, PA
10.2021 - 06.2023
- Guided students in appreciating arts through engaging instructional and immersive techniques.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers, specialists, and school leaders to enhance educational experiences for each student.
- Developed and directed programs for school gatherings, special concerts, and student performances, including recorder, orff-estra, ukulele, and choir, fostering community involvement and student engagement.
Violin/Viola Instructor
Settlement Music School
Philadelphia, PA
06.2021 - 06.2023
- Provided private instruction to 20 students across diverse ages and skill levels, fostering individual growth and development.
- Monitor performance, assist students to promote growth and provided progress reports.
- Organized recitals and performances to highlight student achievements and enhance public performance experience.
String Methods Instructor
University of Delaware
Newark, DE
08.2019 - 06.2021
- Developed course curriculum that focused on preparing students for their teaching career.
- Oversaw a team of 5 string specialists and offered mentorship for new teaching assistants.
- Developed course curriculum to equip students with skills essential for teaching careers.
- Emphasized student engagement and fostered a culturally responsive classroom environment.
Conductor
University Strings Chamber Ensemble
Newark, DE
08.2019 - 06.2021
- Coordinated yearly orchestra auditions to assess talent and ensure quality of ensemble performances.
- Selected culturally relevant repertoire that engaged students and aligned with their developmental needs.
- Improved recruitment strategies and increased enrollment by 50% within two years.
Orchestra Librarian
University Of Delaware
Newark, DE
08.2019 - 06.2021
- Managed records for catalog, audio-visual equipment, and supplies to ensure accessibility for faculty and students.
- Processed faculty requests for new resources to enhance curriculum and support instructional needs.
- Maintained inventory of school instruments, including maintenance.
- Coordinated reservations for performance venues and processed requests for performance venues.
Coordinator
Connect2Learn | University of Delaware
Newark, DE
08.2019 - 06.2021
- Piloted community outreach program for middle and high school students, ensuring remote accessibility.
- Identified and engaged potential students from local middle and high schools. from local middle and high schools.
- Collaborated with faculty to enhance curriculum development, aligning initiatives with student needs.
- Developed engaging activities for diverse students across grades, ages, and instrument families.
- Helped pilot a community outreach program for middle and high school students that was accessible remotely.
Assistant to the Director
University of Florida Summer Chamber Music Festival
Gainesville, FL
05.2017 - 06.2020
- Coordinated student schedules for rehearsals, practice rooms, chamber coachings, performances, and meals to ensure smooth operations.
- Guided intermediate and beginner level chamber ensembles to enhance musical skills and teamwork.
- Managed and monitored budgets to support effective financial planning and resource allocation.
Education
Master of Music - Viola Performance
University of Delaware
Newark, DEBachelor of Arts - Music Education
University Of Florida
Gainesville, FLSkills
- Orchestral conducting
- String pedagogy
- Curriculum development
- Rehearsal management
- Event organization
- Mentorship and coaching
Timeline
Orchestra Teacher
Waldorf School of Philadelphia
10.2023 - Current
Elementary Music Teacher
Christopher Columbus Charter School
10.2021 - 06.2023
Violin/Viola Instructor
Settlement Music School
06.2021 - 06.2023
String Methods Instructor
University of Delaware
08.2019 - 06.2021
Conductor
University Strings Chamber Ensemble
08.2019 - 06.2021
Orchestra Librarian
University Of Delaware
08.2019 - 06.2021
Coordinator
Connect2Learn | University of Delaware
08.2019 - 06.2021
Assistant to the Director
University of Florida Summer Chamber Music Festival
05.2017 - 06.2020
Master of Music - Viola Performance
University of Delaware
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education
University Of Florida