Rebecca Robin
Picayune,Mississippi
Summary
Accomplished music teacher successful in classroom management, student evaluations, and test preparation. Proven history of improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to student needs. Dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development. Devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Student Teaching Assistant
University of Florida
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
- Developed and clearly presented classroom rules, guidelines and objectives.
- Optimized learning plans based on student performance and feedback.
- Reviewed class and student records to identify improvement opportunities.
- Observed and adopted new techniques from skilled instructors and lecturers.
- Increased student participation via engaging lectures and assignments.
- One-on-one learning, planning weekly schedules, and group activities with students about clarinet pedagogy, history and performance.
- Recorded grades for coursework and tests in online reporting system.
Clarinet Instructor
University of Florida
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Observed and adopted new techniques from skilled instructors and lecturers.
- Tested students to assess progress and adapted learning plans in alignment with performance.
- Increased student participation via engaging lectures and assignments.
- Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on tests, homework and assignment records.
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
- One-on-one teaching in clarinet pedagogy, repertoire, history, and performance.
Gatorland Band Camp
Jay Watkins
06.2024 - 06.2024
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
- Led groups of children safely through a variety of camp activities.
- Worked with children of varying ages, interests, skills, and developmental levels.
- Implemented rules and regulations to enforce discipline and compliance.
- Instructed campers to observe proper behavior and etiquette to avoid conflicts and unruly activities.
- Taught private clarinet lessons to middle and high school students to help prepare for honor band and all-state auditions.
Clarinet and Saxophone Instructor
West Jones High School
06.2021 - 05.2022
- Worked with fellow teachers to devise and implement support plans to help students excel.
- Helped students meet course goals by establishing clear objectives for lessons, units and projects.
- Met needs of different students by adapting teaching materials and methods.
- Assisted students with halftime show music and stand tunes during band camp.
Private Clarinet Instructor
Picayune Memorial High School
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
- Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
- Optimized learning plans based on student performance and feedback.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Assisted with high school and middle school students with honor bands, all-state auditions, and marching band evaluation.
Education
Masters of Music - Clarinet Emphasis
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL05.2024
Bachelor of Music Performance - Clarinet Emphasis
The University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS05.2022
Skills
- Sight reading
- Music theory
- Music History
- Audition preparation
- Performance coaching
- Team leadership
- Performance
- Positive role modeling
Performance Experience
Wind Ensemble and Orchestra:
The University of Southern Mississippi Wind Ensemble, Dr. Catherine Rand
I Saw The Figure 5 In Gold, James M. David, 2018, CBDNA National
Conference (2019)
The University of Southern Mississippi Symphony Orchestra, Dr. Michael Miles
Symphony No. 10 in E minor, Dimitri Shostakovich (2022)
University of Florida Wind Ensemble, Dr. David Waybright
The Pines of Rome, Ottorino Respighi, Clarinet Soloist (2022)
University of Florida Symphony Orchestra, Dr. Tiffany Lu
Symphony No. 8, Ludwig Van Beethoven, Principal (2023)
Pictures at an Exposition, Modest Mussorgsky, Principal (2023)
University of Florida Opera Orchestra, Dr. Tiffany Lu
Carmen, Georges Bizet, Principal (2023)
Vienna Summer Music Festival in Vienna, Austria
Die Zauberflöte, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Principal (2023)
Suor Angelica, Giacomo Puccini, Principal (2023)
Solo Work:
Concert Fantasia on Motives from Verdi’s Rigoletto, Luigi Bassi (2020) (Audition piece for the 2020 Vandoren Emerging Artist Competition.)
Sonata for Clarinet and Piano, Francis Poulenc (2020) (Audition piece for the 2020 Vandoren Emerging Artist Competition.)
Mozart Clarinet Concerto, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (2024)
Sonata No.1 in F minor, Johannes Brahms (2021)
Sonata No.2 in Eb major, Johannes Brahms (2022)
Cantiléne, Fernande Decruck (2023)
Sonata for Clarinet and Piano, Francis Poulenc (2023)
Three Pieces for Solo Clarinet, Igor Stravinksky (2020)
Chamber Works:
Five Easy Dances, Denes Agay (2019)
Duett Für Zwei Klarinetten, Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach (2021)
Rustiques, Joseph Cantaloupe (2021)
Alcott Songs, Steve Danyew (2021)
Petite Symphony, Gould (2022)
Bulls Eye, Vincent Choung (2022)
Mozart Serenade, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (2022)
Konzertstücke No. 1, op. 113, Felix Mendelssohn (2023)
Master Classes
- Dr. Shawn Copeland, Associate Professor of Clarinet, University of Idaho
- Dr. Suzanne Tirk, Associate Professor of Clarinet, University of Oklahoma
- Benjamin Lulich, University of Washington, Clarinetissimo Festival, 2020
- Dr. Julie Detwiler, Adjunct Professor of Clarinet, Florida State University
- Dr. Benjamin Brooks, Professor of Clarinet, University of New Mexico
Principal Teachers
- Dr. Jackie McIlwain, Assistant Professor of Clarinet, The University of Southern Mississippi
- Professor Mitchell Estrin, Professor of Clarinet, University of Florida
Timeline
Gatorland Band Camp
Jay Watkins
06.2024 - 06.2024
Graduate Student Teaching Assistant
University of Florida
08.2022 - 05.2024
Clarinet Instructor
University of Florida
08.2022 - 05.2024
Clarinet and Saxophone Instructor
West Jones High School
06.2021 - 05.2022
Private Clarinet Instructor
Picayune Memorial High School
01.2021 - 12.2021
Masters of Music - Clarinet Emphasis
University of Florida
Bachelor of Music Performance - Clarinet Emphasis
The University of Southern Mississippi
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