Rebecca Simpson
Bethel Springs,TN
Summary
Multi-passionate music and nature class teacher with extensive experience in childhood education, relationship building, and creative endeavors.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Kids Music and Nature Class Teacher
Self Employed
09.2021 - Current
- Preparing lessons for pre-school and elementary aged children, on topics such as plants, foraging, animals, and conservation
- Establishing rapport and building relationships with students
- Leading the children in songs with singing and ukulele
- Reading books aloud in an engaging way
- Preparing crafts, games, and other age appropriate activities
Piano and Voice Teacher
Self Employed
08.2004 - Current
- Teaching piano playing skills
- Teaching vocal techniques and skills
- Teaching music theory
- Establishing rapport and building a trusting relationship with students
- Facilitating performance opportunities through recitals
- Providing and modeling tools for managing performance related anxiety
- Preparing vocal students for auditions for musicals
Homeschooling Parent
Self Employed
08.2019 - 05.2024
- Researching and choosing curriculum and activities
- Planning and leading outdoor nature classes for my kids and other families
- Teaching subjects such as: life skills, reading, writing, math, science, history, health, critical thinking
- Reading aloud
- Taking kids to co-ops and educational activities
- Emotional regulation and co-regulation skills
- Adaptability to kids' ever changing wants and needs
Nanny
Jason and Christine Cardone
09.2011 - 05.2013
- Strong communication with parents to provide optimal care for the children
- Collaboration with parents in establishing boundaries/rules
- Light housework, laundry, cooking
- Transportation of kids to and from school and activities
- Engaging in age appropriate activities
- Emotional support and co-regulation
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Major in Music, Minor in Psychology
Freed-Hardeman University
Henderson, TN05.2011
Skills
- Music and theatre performance
- Patience, empathy, compassion
- Verbal and written communication
- Relationship Building
- Passion for teaching
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Creativity
- Mental health awareness and education
- Self-motivated learner
Life Experiences
- A capella vocal group director
- Music director for two plays
- Member of Hub City Theatre improv group
- Kids bible class teacher
Timeline
Kids Music and Nature Class Teacher
Self Employed
09.2021 - Current
Homeschooling Parent
Self Employed
08.2019 - 05.2024
Nanny
Jason and Christine Cardone
09.2011 - 05.2013
Piano and Voice Teacher
Self Employed
08.2004 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Major in Music, Minor in Psychology
Freed-Hardeman University
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