Quahneesha Smith
BROWNS SUMMIT,NC
Summary
Music Educator Director accomplished in designing and implementing diverse music experiences, and lessons. Dedicated and passionate professional with expertise in directing, choreographing, and managing live performances. In-depth knowledge of instructional theories and practices. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Accomplished in increasing volunteer numbers, implementing special programs and streamlining processes. Knowledgeable about event planning and production processes. Results-oriented Community Volunteer Event Manager offering 6+ years of outstanding project achievements from proposal to production with music and arts industry. Possessing key talents in conflict resolution, issues mitigation and customer satisfaction assurance. Outgoing, hands-on professional bringing valuable relationship building and retention skills, which amassed diversified network of service providers, ensuring optimal quality and results for successful events.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Music Educator
Guilford County Schools
08.2018 - Current
- Mentored struggling students with individualized approach to enhance learning.
- Oversaw and approved music selections submitted by teachers and composed music for department.
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions and chords.
- 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.
- Developed strong working relationships with teachers, parents and students to propel school and departmental vision and goals.
- Guided and oversaw music department in accomplishing educational benchmarks through curriculum planning, instruction, composition and performance.
- Coordinated concerts, competitions and special events for over 250 students.
Events Manager
Volunteer Work
08.2015 - Current
- ·Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking and event promotions.
- Fulfilled contractual obligations for rehearsal and day of event coordination.
- Liaised with marketing and PR colleagues to promote special events in social calendars.
- Selected and ordered refreshments, decor and event materials.
- Planned and organized activities, details and timelines for Community Cultural Center events.
- Oversaw preparation and management of event budgets to deliver at or below projected costs.
- Organized logistics and materials for each meeting, arranged spaces and took detailed notes for later dissemination to key stakeholders.
Business Educator
Guilford County Schools
08.2017 - 06.2018
- ·Adapted teaching strategies to remain inclusive to multiple learning styles.
- Exposed over 75 students to economic reasoning skills to build perspective and critical thinking skills.
- Facilitated learning with aids, technology, and equipment to stimulate higher-level thinking.
- Created engaging lesson plans, fostered culture of discovery and provided well-organized classroom structure to help students succeed in program.
- Developed and maintained course Web sites
- Coordinated music and special vocals for worship services.
- Performed as versatile vocalist to support inspirational worship services.
- Recruited volunteers for choirs and worship teams.
- Wrote and implemented innovative worship programs and documented worship plans for easy future retrieval.
- Analyzed revenue and program cost data to determine budget priorities.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Worship Arts Director
Mt. Zion Baptist Church
03.2020 - Current
- Coordinated music and special vocals for worship services.
- Performed as versatile vocalist to support inspirational worship services.
- Recruited volunteers for choirs and worship teams.
- Wrote and implemented innovative worship programs and documented worship plans for easy future retrieval.
- Analyzed revenue and program cost data to determine budget priorities.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Education
MBA - Business Executive Leadership
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Business
North Carolina A & T State University
Greensboro, NC12.2015
Skills
- Active Member Engagement
- Vendor Partnerships
- Marketing and Sales
- Project/Curriculum Development
- Social Media Platforms
- Public Speaking
- Financial Planning
- Schedule Management
- Active listening
- Collaboration
- Creative Writing
- Live Events
- Casting Coordination
- Editing
- Client Meetings
- Project Management
Timeline
Worship Arts Director
Mt. Zion Baptist Church
03.2020 - Current
Music Educator
Guilford County Schools
08.2018 - Current
Business Educator
Guilford County Schools
08.2017 - 06.2018
Events Manager
Volunteer Work
08.2015 - Current
MBA - Business Executive Leadership
Liberty University
Bachelor of Arts - Business
North Carolina A & T State University
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