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Reagan McCray

Reagan McCray

Winter Garden,FL

Summary

I am a creative Elementary Music Teacher accomplished in designing and implementing diverse music lessons for students aged kindergarten to fifth grade. I currently teach elementary level children but have taught middle and high school chorus and general music. I am a dedicated and passionate professional with expertise in directing and choreographing musicals, performances and talent shows. In-depth knowledge of instructional theories and practices and a knowlege of all types of instruments.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Music Teacher

Winegard Elementary School
Orlando , Florida
2021.08 - Current
  • Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, instruments and instrument families, beats, compositions and chords.
  • Taught music appreciation, history and fundamentals to vocalists and musicians of varying skill levels.
  • Advised parents of student progress by communicating student's achievements and developing methods for improvement.
  • Coordinated with departmental employees to maintain continuity of music lesson objectives, planning and execution.

Music Teacher

Milennia Gardens Elementary School
Orlando , Florida
2021.01 - 2021.05
  • Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions and chords.
  • Taught music appreciation, history and fundamentals to vocalists and musicians of varying skill levels.
  • Advised parents of student progress by communicating student's achievements and developing methods for improvement.
  • Coordinated with departmental employees to maintain continuity of music lesson objectives, planning and execution.


Music Teacher

St.Cloud Preparatory Academy
St.Cloud , Florida
2020.08 - 2021.01
  • Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions and chords.
  • Taught music appreciation, history and fundamentals to vocalists and musicians of varying skill levels.
  • Advised parents of student progress by communicating student's achievements and developing methods for improvement.
  • Coordinated with departmental employees to maintain continuity of music lesson objectives, planning and execution.

3rd Grade Teacher

Brevard Academy For Individual Excellence
Melbourne , Florida
2019.08 - 2020.05
  • Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
  • Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
  • Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
  • Stayed aware of changes to school and district policies as well as new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.

Music Teacher

St.Andrew's Episcopal Academy
Fort Pierce , Florida
2018.08 - 2019.05
  • Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions and chords.
  • Taught music appreciation, history and fundamentals to vocalists and musicians of varying skill levels.
  • Advised parents of student progress by communicating student's achievements and developing methods for improvement.
  • Coordinated with departmental employees to maintain continuity of music lesson objectives, planning and execution.

Music Teacher

Incarnation Catholic School
Sarasota , Florida
2017.08 - 2018.05
  • Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions and chords.
  • Taught music appreciation, history and fundamentals to vocalists and musicians of varying skill levels.
  • Advised parents of student progress by communicating student's achievements and developing methods for improvement.
  • Coordinated with departmental employees to maintain continuity of music lesson objectives, planning and execution.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Universtiy of South Florida
Sarasota
05.2014

Skills

  • Content Revision
  • Classroom Discussion Facilitation
  • Examination Administration and Grading
  • Assignment Evaluation
  • Individual and group instruction
  • Vocal expertise
  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Proficient in 11 different instruments.

Affiliations

I am a member of the Central Florida Orff chapter, and the Florida Elementary Music Educators Association.



Professional Development

Professional Development opportunities I have participated in include:

Central Florida Orff Sunshine State David Rowe Workshop

Multilingual Services Institute

Central Florida Orff Fall Institute

Great Beginnings level one

Great Beginnings level two

Timeline

Music Teacher

Winegard Elementary School
2021.08 - Current

Music Teacher

Milennia Gardens Elementary School
2021.01 - 2021.05

Music Teacher

St.Cloud Preparatory Academy
2020.08 - 2021.01

3rd Grade Teacher

Brevard Academy For Individual Excellence
2019.08 - 2020.05

Music Teacher

St.Andrew's Episcopal Academy
2018.08 - 2019.05

Music Teacher

Incarnation Catholic School
2017.08 - 2018.05

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Universtiy of South Florida
Reagan McCray