Ricci D. Turner
St. Clair,MI
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Music Teacher
Gardens Elementary School
08.2024 - Current
- Taught curriculum enhanced lesson plans to educate [Number] students about fundamentals and history of music.
- Developed a positive classroom environment by fostering open communication and inclusivity among students.
- Evaluated student progress regularly, using assessment data to inform future lesson planning and instructional strategies.
- Increased cultural awareness in the classroom by introducing students to a variety of musical genres from around the world.
- Planned and executed targeted lesson plans to instruct on music theory, music history, and performance etiquette.
- Tailored instruction to meet individual student needs and cultivated inclusive learning environment.
- Scheduled shows and performances in accordance with school calendar.
Director of Bands
Algonac Community Schools
08.2016 - 08.2024
- Coordinated engaging field trips to concerts, workshops, performances, or other relevant cultural experiences for student enrichment.
- Increased student participation in the band program through targeted recruiting efforts and community outreach initiatives.
- Organized successful fundraising campaigns to support program needs such as instrument purchases, travel expenses, and competition fees.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to integrate interdisciplinary arts education into the curriculum.
- Designed engaging concert programs that showcased diverse repertoire and highlighted ensemble strengths.
- Managed budgetary responsibilities for department resources, ensuring effective allocation of funds for equipment, music, and events.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by fostering open communication between students, parents, colleagues, and administration.
- Maintained an organized inventory system for instruments, sheet music library materials ensuring proper care maintenance of valuable resources.
- Conducted regular assessments of student progress using both formative and summative evaluation techniques.
- Mentored aspiring musicians, fostering individual talent development and cultivating leadership skills.
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling
Spring Arbor University
Spring Arbor, MI12-2026
Bachelor of Music Education - Instrumental
Central Michigan University
05.2016
Skills
- Public speaking ability
- Self-care strategies
- Building rapport
- Client Advocacy
- Behavior monitoring
- Counseling
Certification
- Michigan Music Education Certified (JQ), 02/01/16
- First Aid, CPR, AED, American Heart Association, 09/01/22
Timeline
General Music Teacher
Gardens Elementary School
08.2024 - Current
Director of Bands
Algonac Community Schools
08.2016 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Music Education - Instrumental
Central Michigan University
Master of Arts - Counseling
Spring Arbor University
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