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Sharon (Roonie) Rost

Venice

Summary

Eighteen years - Born and raised in Gettysburg, PA

Four years - Undergrad - Roanoke College and Jacksonville University

Six years - Traveled the country as a musical duo - GEMINI

Eighteen years - Lived in Nashville, TN - performing piano/vocal in various bands including backup vocalist for Roy Orbison.

Eighteen years - Completed Masters and moved to PA to teach elementary music. Directed two adult choruses performing outreach programs for assisted living communities.

Three years - On Board of Waynesboro Area Arts Council building Destination Arts! initiative in the community. Helped to develop Music Makers community art center.


Currently active in Venice community through Venice New Comers, South Venice Yacht Club, Venice Presbyterian Church, Venice Chorale, Venice Musicale, Reef Rovers, Pickleball, Biking, Golfing, Beach Yoga.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Musical Performer

Various venues
Nashville, TN

Piano/Vocalist with other performers or solo.

Elementary Music Educator (Retired 2014)

Shippensburg Area School District
09.1996 - 09.2014

Taught general music - Kindergarten through Grade Six

Organized and directed six music productions a year

Directed choruses and other small ensembles, taught private piano

Education

Master of Music Education - Music Education

Austin Peay State University/Shenandoah University
Tennessee And Virginia
05.1995

Skills

  • Time Management
  • Passion for Music
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Special Needs Adaptation
  • Collaborative Teaching
  • Organizational Abilities
  • Performance Preparation
  • Parent Communication
  • Choral Direction
  • Music History Education
  • Concert Production
  • Classroom Management
  • Adaptability
  • Community Outreach
  • Recital Coordination
  • Problem Solving
  • Critical Thinking
  • Vocal Expertise
  • Relationship Building
  • Special Events
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Program Planning
  • Vocal Experience
  • Rehearsals
  • Proficient in piano
  • Art Appreciation
  • Distance Learning
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Cooperative Learning Experience
  • Multitasking and Organization
  • Activity Planning
  • Goal Setting
  • Multidisciplinary Collaboration
  • Zoom
  • Patience and Persistence
  • Group and Individual Instruction

Timeline

Elementary Music Educator (Retired 2014)

Shippensburg Area School District
09.1996 - 09.2014

Master of Music Education - Music Education

Austin Peay State University/Shenandoah University

Musical Performer

Various venues
Sharon (Roonie) Rost