NAOMI LYNN FERNÁNDEZ
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Passionate Music Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering the full spectrum of grade levels, a wide rang of ensembles and diverse community settings. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong music skills, confidence and a love of learning. Well organized and able to develop positive and meaningful relationships that build community, inspire leaders, and accomplish or exceed set goals.
Strives to make music education engaging, fun and productive.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Director of Curriculum and Professional Development
Education Through Music
07.2022 - Current
- Professional Development recruiting, writing and presenting for sessions for Pk-12 Music Teachers, School staff and parent workshops, and outside conferences/organizations
- Curriculum Development designing, writing, vetting and sharing of resources weekly and monthly
- Management of Instructional Supervisors and their direct reports and school partnerships
- Design and lead weekly programs meetings and quarterly team training
- Model Teaching for teachers
- Public performance planning, coordination and oversight
Programs Supervisor Liaison
Education Through Music
10.2021 - 07.2022
- Taught K-8 general music and choir at a Title I Catholic School in Brooklyn, NY
- Create/Lead Professional Development Sessions for K-12 Music Teachers
- Support our choral and instrumental ensemble launches and development
- Creation of marketing initiatives, social media coordination, and article publications
Instructional Supervisor
Education Through Music
07.2018 - 10.2021
- Mentor a cohort of music teachers (12-15) music teacher pedagogical and classroom management development at various Title I partnership schools throughout NYC
- Lead the Curriculum Working Group projects and members
- Professional Trainings Attended: The Together Leader, Fred Pryor’s First Time Manager Session, NYSSMA 2019, Nafme 2020 & 2021
Music Teacher
Portland Adventist Academy
07.2016 - 06.2018
- Arts Department Chair overseeing 2 fine arts colleagues
- Enhanced students' understanding of music theory through engaging activities and exercises.
- Organized successful concerts and recitals, showcasing students'' talents and hard work.
- Mentored students in various ensembles, vocal and instrumental, boosting their confidence and performance skills.
- Planned and executed two successful Music Tours to San Francisco and Whistler, Canada
- Taught non-music content: Drama Class, Intro to the Bible, and Modern World History
Music Teacher (Summer Volunteer Position)
NewStart Orphanage
06.2016 - 07.2016
- Launched a Choir with the orphanage students
- Taught Beginner’s Band with the orphanage students
- Taught Piano Lessons to over 50 students at the private school and orphanage
Music Teacher
Central Valley Christian Academy
07.2014 - 06.2016
- Taught music for a private Christian school for grades 1-12
- General music classes, four Bands (beginner’s to advanced), Elementary Handbells, three Choirs from 5-12th grade
- Helped rebuild the music program from 4 choir students to over 30 within 2 years
- Planned and executed 2 music tours (Seattle/Portland & San Diego).
Music Teacher
Fremont Middle School
08.2006 - 05.2014
- Taught vocal and general music (including group piano lessons) to grades 7 and 8 at this public middle school
- Directed and choreographed a competitive Show Choir as well as two highly contest rated auditioned Choirs
- Created a Show Choir Camp open to all students at the school, a tradition that continues presently
Music Teacher
Tualatin Valley Academy
07.2004 - 07.2006
- Taught general music for grades K-10
- Directed hand bell choirs, choirs,
- Developed a band program
Assistant Dean/Campus Ministries Director (Stipend year-long position)
Lilydale Academy
07.2001 - 07.2002
- Assistant Dean for 30-45 Boarding Students
- Campus Ministries Director
- Developed a lunch student outreach program
- Organized and Supervised assemblies and spiritually focused events
Education
Master of Arts - Masters of Music Education
Boston University
Boston, MA01.2010
Bachelor of Science - Music Education Broadfield Endorsement K-12
Union College
Lincoln, NE05.2004
Skills
- Program Development & Vision
- Team Collaboration and Leadership
- Responsive & Restorative Practices
- Curriculum Development
- Concert & Event Planning
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Technologically Savvy
Accomplishments
Don Keele Award
In January or 2006, I receive this award given for continued Professional Development
Band Festival Clinician
In April of 2011 I served as a guest clinician for a festival of rural NE band programs and schools
Young Leaders Committee for NMEA
In March of 2012, I was selected for this role which to assist in developing a vision for the future goals of the association
Band Festival Clinician
In March of 2017 I served as the Oregon Conference Elementary Band Clinician
Education Awards
- Union College, Lincoln, NE, Bachelors, Music Education: Broad-Field (Vocal/Instrumental) K-12, 05/2004
- Boston University, Boston, MA, Masters of Music Education, 01/2010
References
- Stephanie Nantell, Senior Director of Programs, Education Through Music, Snantell@etmonline.org, 212-972-4788 ext. 257
- Joe Fusca, Associate Director of Administration, Education Through Music, jfusca@etmonline.org, 212-972-4788 ext. 307
- Mechelle Peinado, Principal, Portland Adventist Academy, mpeinado@paasda.org, 503-438-0920
- Sarai Mendoza, Coworker, Central Valley Christian Academy, Mendozasaraie@gmail.com, 707-230-0274
- Gale Hamilton, Principal (Retired), Fremont Public Schools, gale.hamilton@fpsmail.org, 402-727-3100
- Dr. Matthew Harden, Vocal Professor, Formerly: University of NE-Omaha, hardenm57@gmail.com, 402-332-8990
Affiliations
- National Association for Music Educaiton (Nafme)
- American Orff-Schulwer Association (AOSA)
Certification
Former Certifications Include
Nebraska Music K-12 Certification
Mid-America Union Music K-12 Certification
Pacific Union Music K-12 Certification
Expected Certification Summer of 2024
New York State Music K-12 Certification
Photography, Tennis, Exploring Nature
When I am not busy with work, I enjoy spending my time with my husband and 3 year old son exploring nature. I like to capture life experiences and memories in photographs and would love to develop this hobby more. Tennis is one of my favorite sports to play and watch as it is a sport that is high on creative and mental toughness.
Timeline
Associate Director of Curriculum and Professional Development
Education Through Music
07.2022 - Current
Programs Supervisor Liaison
Education Through Music
10.2021 - 07.2022
Instructional Supervisor
Education Through Music
07.2018 - 10.2021
Music Teacher
Portland Adventist Academy
07.2016 - 06.2018
Music Teacher (Summer Volunteer Position)
NewStart Orphanage
06.2016 - 07.2016
Music Teacher
Central Valley Christian Academy
07.2014 - 06.2016
Music Teacher
Fremont Middle School
08.2006 - 05.2014
Music Teacher
Tualatin Valley Academy
07.2004 - 07.2006
Assistant Dean/Campus Ministries Director (Stipend year-long position)
Lilydale Academy
07.2001 - 07.2002
Master of Arts - Masters of Music Education
Boston University
Bachelor of Science - Music Education Broadfield Endorsement K-12
Union College
Former Certifications Include
Nebraska Music K-12 Certification
Mid-America Union Music K-12 Certification
Pacific Union Music K-12 Certification
Expected Certification Summer of 2024
New York State Music K-12 Certification
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