Paula Breann Suffridge
Dunnville,KY
Summary
Experienced music teacher and choir director with a passion for inspiring students in general music, choir, and band. Forward-thinking and adaptable individual who thrives on new experiences and overcoming challenges. Skilled in assessing student progress and success, creating customized lesson plans for different grade levels, and leading rehearsals. Holds a P-12 Music Education certification with specialization in vocal instruction.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Music Teacher
McCreary County Middle School
08.2022 - Current
- 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.
- Advised parents of student progress by communicating student's achievements and developing methods for improvement.
- Planned and executed targeted lesson plans to instruct on music theory, music history, and performance etiquette.
- Took students to All-State and All-Region choral and band events.
Manager
Dollar General
06.2020 - 08.2022
- Assisted in managing sales, training employees, and overseeing daily operations such as safety checks and stocking merchandise.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
Education
UNIVERSITY OF PIKEVILLE
Pikeville, KYBachelor of Music Education - Music Education, Vocal Music
UNIVERSITY OF THE CUMBERLANDS
Williamsburg, KY12.2021
Skills
- Rehearsals
- Program Development
- Learning enhancement
- Supply Coordination
- Lesson Planning
- Classroom Management
- Classroom Instruction
- Student Engagement
- Small Group Instruction
- Curriculum Implementation
- Student rapport
Accomplishments
- Taken Students to Kentucky KMEA All-State, KYACDA All-State, and SKMA All- Region
- Google Certified Teacher Level I
- Treasurer for the University of the Cumberland’s collegiate chapter of the National Association for Music Education
- Performed in Carnegie Hall in New York City, NY in 2017 with the University of the Cumberland Chorale.
- 2017 Valedictorian of Perry County Central High School
Certification
- Professional Certificate For Teaching Music All Grades
- Rank III
Timeline
Music Teacher
McCreary County Middle School
08.2022 - Current
Manager
Dollar General
06.2020 - 08.2022
UNIVERSITY OF PIKEVILLE
Bachelor of Music Education - Music Education, Vocal Music
UNIVERSITY OF THE CUMBERLANDS
- Professional Certificate For Teaching Music All Grades
- Rank III
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