Ralph Andrews
Coatesville,PA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate retired educator with over 22 years of experience fostering learning, mentoring individuals, and managing diverse responsibilities in dynamic environments. Skills in communication, organization, problem-solving, and leadership. Seeking to leverage transferable skills into Customer Service position to make a meaningful impact in a new professional capacity.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Music Teacher/Choral Director
Interboro School District
11.2003 - 06.2025
- Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles, fostering academic growth and critical thinking.
- Mentored and guided students, achieving piano, guitar, ukulele, vocal, music technology hardware and software, and general music skills.
- Collaborated with colleagues, parents, and administrators to create a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
- Organized and led extracurricular activities, enhancing student engagement and community involvement via directing musicals, and elementary, middle school and high school choral concerts.
- Managed classroom operations, including scheduling, grading, and conflict resolution, ensuring a productive and respectful atmosphere.
- Prepared students for auditions, acceptance and participation in District 12 concerts (including Philadelphia, Delaware and Chester counties).
- Developed and delivered professional development workshops for peers, showcasing leadership and training expertise.
Education
Master of Science - Education
Cairn University
Langhorne, PA05-2009
Bachelor of Music - Music
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA11-2003
Diploma - Computer Programming
The Chubb Institute
Springfield, PA06-1989
Skills
- Public Speaking & Presentation Skills
- Leadership and Team Collaboration
- Customer Service Oriented
- Curriculum Development & Training
- Conflict Resolution & Problem Solving
- Adaptability & Quick Learner
- Technology Proficiency (eg, PC or Mac, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Zoom, and Google equivalents of each, Promethean Board)
Timeline
Music Teacher/Choral Director
Interboro School District
11.2003 - 06.2025
Master of Science - Education
Cairn University
Bachelor of Music - Music
Liberty University
Diploma - Computer Programming
The Chubb Institute