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Rhonda Arnold

Summerville

Summary

Dynamic music educator with extensive experience as a String Orchestra Director at Rollings Middle School of the Arts. Expert in performance techniques and lesson planning, fostering student growth through tailored instruction and relationship building. Successfully prepared students for auditions, enhancing their skills and confidence in music performance.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Private Music Instructor

Self Employed
08.2018 - Current
  • Teach music theory, aural skills and fundamental violin technique to teach students to understand, analyze, perform and create music.
  • Promote lifelong learning habits by instilling discipline, time management skills, and dedication to regular practice sessions.
  • Enhance student performance by developing personalized lesson plans tailored to individual needs.
  • Prepared students for auditions by aiding with music selection, assigning practice hours required for mastery of piece and assessing progress and accuracy in playing.

String Orchestra and Full Orchestra Director

Rollings Middle School of the Arts
01.2004 - 06.2025
  • Maintained high standards of performance by implementing state and national standards for Instrumental Music Performance.
  • Selected repertoire that showcased the skillset of each musician while also challenging them to improve their individual abilities.
  • Oversaw budget management for the ensemble, ensuring responsible allocation of resources in support of artistic goals.
  • Supported musician development through ongoing evaluation processes, offering targeted advice on how to enhance skills or overcome challenges.
  • Prepare students to participate in Region Orchestra events and Solo & Ensemble Festival events.
  • Organized fall and Spring performances for all grades of String Orchestra and Full Orchestra.
  • Lead teacher for Orchestra district-wide
  • Mentored new teachers on effective instructional strategies and classroom management techniques, contributing to their professional growth.
  • Host for region Solo & Ensemble festival
  • Host for 2023 Region Orchestra
  • Taught supplemental "Gateway" arts program.

Elementary General Music Teacher

Colleton County School District
08.1993 - 06.1998
  • Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods tailored to individual learning styles.
  • Improved classroom management skills through consistent implementation of positive reinforcement and clear expectations.
  • Increased overall student interest in music by offering extracurricular clubs, such as choir and percussion ensemble.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to design cross-curricular activities, fostering an appreciation for music in other subject areas.
  • Developed engaging lesson plans that incorporated a variety of media, including songs, games, and visual aids.
  • Organized school-wide performances showcasing student talent and promoting the importance of music education.
  • Led instrumental students in playing simple ensemble songs.

Education

Educational Technology

American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN
10-2021

Bachelor of Arts - Music / Elementary Education

Charleston Southern University
Charleston, SC

Skills

  • Performance techniques
  • Stringed instrument and piano instruction
  • Lesson planning
  • Small and large group instruction
  • Suzuki methodology
  • Audition preparation
  • Remote teaching
  • Relationship building
  • Student needs assessment
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking Abilities

Affiliations

Nafme - National Association for Music Education
ASTA - American String Teacher Association
SCMEA - South Carolina Music Educators Association

Certification

Elementary 1-8

Music K-12

Instrumental Music

Vocal Music

Timeline

Private Music Instructor

Self Employed
08.2018 - Current

String Orchestra and Full Orchestra Director

Rollings Middle School of the Arts
01.2004 - 06.2025

Elementary General Music Teacher

Colleton County School District
08.1993 - 06.1998

Educational Technology

American College of Education

Bachelor of Arts - Music / Elementary Education

Charleston Southern University

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