Samantha Kling
St. Petersburg,FL
Summary
Multi-talented Private Music Teacher instilling music appreciation and solid instruction methods to guide and support music training. Effective instructor skilled in implementing variety of instructional strategies to motivate students and encourage active participation. Resourceful in adapting instructional strategies to various participants and their learning needs.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Minister of Programs
Clearview United Methodist Church
St. Petersburg, FL
08.2019 - Current
- Works with church leaders, staff and ministry teams to achieve growth of church and to foster positive community impact.
- Prepares and leads worship weekly.
- Oversees the spiritual and musical growth of a volunteer based worship team.
Kindergarten Teacher
Hillsborough County Public Schools
Tampa, FL
12.2012 - 05.2021
- Instructed students in standardized subjects, as well as general learning strategies and skills for social development and character.
- Monitored student progress to ensure cooperation and growth.
- Integrated technology into lesson plans.
Freelance Violin Tutor
Self Employed
St. Petersburg, FL
04.2015 - 12.2019
- Provided one on one beginner level instruction to violin students over multiple years.
- Prepared these students to join orchestras through their schools and after school programs.
Worship Leader
St. Pete Underground
St. Petersburg, FL
03.2015 - 12.2018
- Played accoustic and electric violin to accompany the worship of St. Pete Underground church services, through reading music and improvisation.
- Trained by the Underground Network as a vocalist to harmonize and lead a variety of worship songs.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education And Music Studies
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL12.2012
Skills
- Innovative teaching methods
- Personalized learning plans
- Confidence building
- Creative thinking
- Proficient in classical training as well as improvisational/aural music
Timeline
Minister of Programs
Clearview United Methodist Church
08.2019 - Current
Freelance Violin Tutor
Self Employed
04.2015 - 12.2019
Worship Leader
St. Pete Underground
03.2015 - 12.2018
Kindergarten Teacher
Hillsborough County Public Schools
12.2012 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education And Music Studies
University of South Florida