Rhiannon Riley
Syracuse City School District - Henninger High School
Syracuse,NY
1
Certification
2
years of professional experience
Dedicated Choral Music Educator with strengths in lesson planning, rehearsal planning, and collaboration. Committed to providing every child with the opportunity to gain musical skills and express themselves through music. Known to create meaningful connections with students of all backgrounds and abilities.
Work History
Choral Music Educator
10 Months- Facilitated rehearsals, group lessons, and private lessons with over 60 students.
- Enhanced choral performance quality by implementing dynamic vocal techniques and exercises.
- Developed curriculum and taught two additional arts electives, Drama and Piano, with a focus on balancing technology and literacy development.
- Collaborated with the Drama Club as Music Director and Choreographer of the Spring Musical.
- Current Vocal Jazz Manager of the 2025 Syracuse All-City Jazz Festival.
Student Teacher
4 Months- Differentiated Chorus lesson plans for grades 6-12 utilizing the same repertoire.
- Honed skills in scaffolding in a choral setting.
- Developed a song-writing unit with the 8th grade chorus.
- Assisted students in their preparation to sing the National Anthem at a Yankees Game and chaperoned the event.
Student Teacher Pre-K-2 General Music
4 Months- Developed diverse and engaging lesson plans to meet the needs of students grades Pre-K-2nd grade.
- Collaborated with mentor teacher to design instructional materials and resources.
- Cultivated positive relationships with students and families.
- Developed classroom management skills to provide students with safety, structure, and stability in the music classroom.
Education
Bachelor of Music - Music Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Rehearsal planning
Teaching strategies
Diversity inclusion
Ensemble management
Choral conducting
Supporting English Language Learners
Adaptability
Collaboration
Affiliations
- Member, Spirit of Syracuse
- Member, New York State School Music Association
- Member, Onondaga County Music Educators Association
- Former Member, Syracuse Chorale
- Former Member, Syracuse Children's Chorus
Certification
- Music Pre-K-12 Initial Teaching Certification
Timeline
Choral Music Educator
Syracuse City School District - Henninger High School
09.2025 - CurrentRead More
Student Teacher
Trevor Day School
01.2025 - 05.2025Read More
Student Teacher Pre-K-2 General Music
P.S. 29
09.2024 - 01.2025Read More
New York University
Bachelor of Music from Music Education
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Thomas J. Corcoran High School
High School Diploma
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