Sara Rowan
Summary
Experienced vocal music teacher dedicated to nurturing student expression through innovative teaching techniques. Skilled in facilitating workshops and collaborating with colleagues to enrich music programs. Committed to leadership experiences for impactful classroom management and instructional success.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Vocal Music Teacher
Eden Prairie Schools
Eden Prairie
08.2006 - Current
- Guided students through vocal changes using healthy, sustainable techniques to maintain vocal integrity
- Implemented innovative teaching techniques that enhanced student creativity and expression.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and feedback sessions.
- Integrated technology tools to enrich music education and engage students in learning.
- Mentored new teachers, both colleagues and student teachers, in vocal instruction methods and classroom management strategies.
- Collaborated with other music educators to create engaging lesson plans.
- Organized and conducted choral performances at school events and competitions.
- Collaborated with colleagues to organize school-wide music events and performances.
Teaching Artist
Stages Theater Company
Hopkins
12.2004 - Current
- Collaborated with other teaching artists to develop workshops to enhance students' creative expression and confidence.
- Facilitated creative workshops to improve student performance and confidence.
- Mentored student interns, cultivating leadership abilities and professional growth.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Hamline University
Saint Paul, MN05-2011
Bachelor of Arts - Vocal Music Education
University of Minnesota - Morris
Morris, MN05-2003
Skills
- Voice pedagogy
- Music theory
- Curriculum development
- Classroom management
- Team collaboration
- Professional mentoring
Leadership Examples
- Music Department Rep
- PLC Lead
- Teacher Representative District Q-Comp Committee
- Member of ACDA and NAfME
Timeline
Vocal Music Teacher
Eden Prairie Schools
08.2006 - Current
Teaching Artist
Stages Theater Company
12.2004 - Current
Master of Arts - Education
Hamline University
Bachelor of Arts - Vocal Music Education
University of Minnesota - Morris