RACHAEL NORTHROP
Pensacola,FL
Summary
Experienced piano instructor at Santa Rosa Christian School with a passion for teaching and a wealth of musical knowledge. Skilled in tailoring lessons to students' individual needs and learning styles. Proficient in teaching music theory, technique, and repertoire across various genres. Patient and encouraging, with a focus on fostering a love for music and building confidence in students. Committed to providing engaging and inspiring lessons that nurture each student's musical abilities and aspirations.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Piano Instructor
Santa Rosa Christian School
Milton, Florida
08.2026 - Current
- Teach piano to students in second through fourth grades, enhancing their understanding of music fundamentals.
- Tailor instruction to individual student abilities and learning paces, promoting musical growth and confidence.
- Deliver private piano instruction to elementary students, fostering musical skills and creativity.
Private Piano Instructor
Private Piano Studio
Pensacola, Florida
01.2023 - Current
- Provide individualized piano instruction for students aged 5 to adulthood, fostering a love for music and encouraging personal growth.
- Develop tailored lesson plans aligned with each student's age, skill level, goals, and learning needs to enhance musical understanding.
- Provide instruction in piano technique, music reading, musicianship, repertoire, and performance preparation.
- Prepare students for recitals and performance opportunities, building confidence and stage presence.
- Teach students with varying levels of musical experience and ability.
- Provide flexible teaching methods by engaging students in person and via online platforms.
Children's Drama & Musical Theater Instructor
Faith Promise Players
Pensacola Area
- Accompany students on piano for vocal performances within children's theater classes.
- Teach children's drama and musical theater classes for students ages 8–15, fostering creativity and confidence.
- Teach performance skills, character development, stage presence, and preparation for live performances.
- Integrate vocal instruction and musical preparation into training, enhancing students' performance skills.
- Conduct personalized vocal coaching sessions, tailoring techniques to individual student needs for improved vocal performance.
- Provide both group instruction and individualized coaching.
Private Vocal Instruction
- Accompanied student in lesson and provided a piano rehearsal recording.
- Delivered individual vocal instruction to students aged 11 to 16, fostering skill development and personal expression.
- Tailored instruction and coaching to align with individual student experience and performance goals, enhancing overall vocal proficiency.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
Co-Director & Performer
Make It Count
- Co-directed and performed in live theatrical production, overseeing performance and production to ensure seamless execution.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Performance Studies
Pensacola Christian College
Pensacola, FL05-2022
Bachelor of Arts - History
Pensacola Christian College
Pensacola, FL12-2009
Skills
- Piano instruction
- Lesson planning
- Performance preparation
- Recital preparation
- Vocal coaching
- Music theory
- Stage presence
- Character development
- Directing techniques
- Performance Directing
- Rehearsal techniques
- Memorization techniques
- Audition preparation
- Confidence building techniques
- Drama techniques
- Student engagement
Personal Information
Title: Piano Instructor | Performing Arts Educator | Music & Theater Instructor
PIANO TRAINING & MUSICAL DEVELOPMENT
- Formal Piano Study | | Third Grade through Senior Year of High School — 10 years
- Ten years of formal private piano instruction.
- Participated in multiple piano recitals.
- Participated in National Guild of Piano Teachers auditions on multiple occasions.
- Participated in Sonata competition/festival.
SELECTED MUSICAL & THEATRICAL PERFORMANCE
- The Hiding Place — Performer, 2026
- 250th Anniversary Patriotic Production — Performer, 2026
- In His Steps — Performer, 2025
- Bands of Orion — Performer
- Make It Count — Co-Director & Performer
- Surrender — Performer
- It's a Wonderful Life — Radio Play, college campus production
- Little Women — Performer
- A Christmas Carol — Performer
- Logos Theater Productions — The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe; God Meant It for Good
- Touring musical theater performer.
- Church vocal soloist and choir performer.
- Church piano accompaniment.
- Piano accompaniment for student vocal performances.
Timeline
Piano Instructor
Santa Rosa Christian School
08.2026 - Current
Private Piano Instructor
Private Piano Studio
01.2023 - Current
Children's Drama & Musical Theater Instructor
Faith Promise Players
Private Vocal Instruction
Co-Director & Performer
Make It Count
Bachelor of Arts - Performance Studies
Pensacola Christian College
Bachelor of Arts - History
Pensacola Christian College