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Rayellen English

Carrollton,TX

Summary

Versatile, dynamic, and a professional music educator bringing strong skills in lesson planning, curriculum development, and student engagement. Proven ability to collaborate with colleagues, adapt to changing needs, and achieve positive outcomes. Highly reliable with focus on fostering supportive and productive learning environment. Skilled in various teaching methodologies, instrumental techniques, and curriculum research and preparation. Seasoned board member with 8 years of experience helping oversee and lead a co-op school. A passionate teacher and leader with a love for music.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Music Teacher

Enrichment Classes of Carrollton
08.2016 - Current

Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.

  • Enhanced students'' understanding of music theory through engaging activities and exercises.
  • Mentored students in various ensembles, boosting their confidence and performance skills.
  • Fostered creativity by encouraging improvisation, composition, and arrangement within the classroom setting.
  • Motivated students to practice consistently through goal-setting, tracking progress, and providing constructive feedback.
  • Mentored struggling students with individualized approach to enhance learning.
  • Encouraged social interaction and collaboration among students to foster camaraderie and teamwork.
  • Guided students in composing their original pieces, fostering creativity and critical thinking.
  • Taught both elementary and high school music classes including: Elementary Music, High School Worship Band, Music Makers, and Songwriting for the past 8 years

High School Class Coordinator

Enrichment Classes of Carrollton
05.2016 - Current
  • Contributed to school-wide initiatives focused on enhancing overall quality of education and fostering a positive learning culture.
  • Communicated regularly with parents regarding student progress, fostering strong home-school partnerships.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, ensuring a safe and respectful space conducive to learning.
  • Collaborated with fellow educators to develop cross-disciplinary projects, enriching overall educational experiences.
  • Empowered teachers to lead and teach their courses well.
  • Create semester's course lists for all high school credit classes.

Homeschool Teacher

English Academy
08.2012 - Current
  • Managed homeschool schedules effectively, balancing extracurricular activities with academic requirements for well-rounded development for 13 years.
  • Researched and chose appropriate curriculum to meet children's abilities and grade levels.
  • Emphasized practical life skills alongside academics, preparing students for future independence and decision-making abilities.
  • Organized hands-on instructional activities to supplement textbook instruction to engage and motivate students.
  • Adapted teaching methods and lesson plans to changing student needs.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment, promoting open communication and active participation among students.
  • Attended textbooks fairs and homeschool meetings to understand different approaches to subject matter.
  • Utilized various assessment methods to track progress accurately, identifying areas requiring additional attention or support from parents or tutors.

Worship Director

Presence Church
08.2010 - 03.2016
  • Established a mentoring program for young musicians, nurturing their talents for future leadership roles.
  • Maintained ongoing communication with church staff and volunteers through regular meetings, email updates, social media posts.
  • Continually pursued professional development opportunities to stay current on industry trends and best practices in worship leadership.
  • Cultivated a culture of prayer within the worship team, fostering spiritual growth among members.
  • Assisted with pastoral care responsibilities when necessary, providing guidance and emotional support to congregants in need.
  • Collaborated with pastors to develop sermon series themes, resulting in cohesive and impactful messages.
  • Oversaw equipment maintenance and inventory management, minimizing downtime due to technical issues or missing items.
  • Developed original songs or arrangements tailored specifically for the congregation''s unique culture and preferences.
  • Evaluated worship service effectiveness regularly, making adjustments as needed to better serve the congregation''s needs.
  • Led and inspired worship team members and guided team in following church processes, guidelines and mission.

Voice Artist

Cox Media
01.2004 - 07.2008
  • Collaborated effectively with directors and producers to achieve desired results in recorded material.
  • Delivered exceptional voiceover performances by utilizing various accents, tones, and styles for diverse projects.
  • Adapted to different scripts and styles efficiently, meeting the specific requirements of each project.
  • Utilized constructive feedback from peers, directors, or clients to refine performances for improved results continually.
  • Increased client satisfaction with prompt delivery of high-quality voice recordings for commercials, animations, and narrations.

Inventory Specialist Supervisor

Cox Media
01.2004 - 03.2007
  • Enhanced inventory accuracy by conducting regular cycle counts and reconciling discrepancies.
  • Performed data entry and completed proper paperwork.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of daily tasks, increasing overall productivity.
  • Prepared detailed reports on inventory levels and movement trends, providing valuable information for decision-making purposes.
  • Managed all scheduling of on-air television content for over 50 channels
  • Communicated with all Sales Reps and their clients for best scheduling results for on-air content
  • Created and managed all client contracts for on-air commercial time.

Education

No Degree - Music Performance

Oklahoma Baptist University
Shawnee, OK

Some College (No Degree) - Counseling Psychology

Rose State College
Midwest City, OK

Skills

  • Relationship building
  • Verbal Communication
  • Lesson planning
  • Classroom management
  • Band and Ensemble directing
  • Music performance and leadership
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Behavior management
  • Student needs assessment
  • Improvisation techniques
  • Performance management
  • Creativity and artistic expression
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Managing a budget

Timeline

Music Teacher

Enrichment Classes of Carrollton
08.2016 - Current

High School Class Coordinator

Enrichment Classes of Carrollton
05.2016 - Current

Homeschool Teacher

English Academy
08.2012 - Current

Worship Director

Presence Church
08.2010 - 03.2016

Voice Artist

Cox Media
01.2004 - 07.2008

Inventory Specialist Supervisor

Cox Media
01.2004 - 03.2007

Some College (No Degree) - Counseling Psychology

Rose State College

No Degree - Music Performance

Oklahoma Baptist University
Rayellen English