Sierra Freeman
Cameron,AZ
Summary
Qualified Primary and Secondary teaches custom tailored private music lessons and group classes in fun and supportive atmosphere. Conducts instrumental, vocal and music training and demonstrates patience to work with students of all ages and levels. Plays violin instruments with 17 years of practical experience and commitment to instructional excellence.
Motivated Private Music Teacher with high proficiency in violin coordinates flexible, in-home lessons for students of all ages. Offers spectrum of beginner and advanced music lessons to help student develop musical talents. Prepares students for recitals to showcase music learning to enthusiastic audiences.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Clerk
Painted Desert Trading
09.2014 - 09.2024
- Maintained a clean, organized sales floor to promote a pleasant shopping experience for customers.
- Developed strong relationships with customers, driving repeat business and loyalty.
- Processed transactions quickly and accurately, maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.
- Kept front check out area clean and organized for efficient service.
- Boosted sales by effectively promoting products and engaging with customers.
- Efficiently restocked shelves during shifts, keeping merchandise levels consistent for seamless shopping experiences across all departments within the store.
- Helped customers complete purchases by moving heavy items, collecting payments, and bagging purchases.
- Provided excellent customer service, consistently exceeding expectations for attentiveness and problem resolution.
- Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store sales, payment policies and security standards.
Elementary General Music Teacher
Flagstaff Unified School District
01.2023 - 06.2024
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- 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.
- Established strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about student progress and performance.
- Integrated differentiated instruction into daily teaching practices, catering to varied skill levels within the classroom environment.
- Fostered a sense of community among students by creating opportunities for collaborative group work and peer feedback during music activities.
- Improved classroom management skills through consistent implementation of positive reinforcement and clear expectations.
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
- Led instrumental students in playing simple ensemble songs.
- Organized and collected money and forms for mass group field trips and programs.
- Showed students how to play recorders, xylophones and percussion instruments.
- Administered quizzes and exams to assess student competency levels and develop individual learning plans.
Private Music Instructor
Music And Dance Academy
10.2020 - 03.2022
- Planned and prepared individual music lessons to support student needs.
- Explained music theory, aural skills and fundamental concepts to teach students to understand, analyze, perform and create music.
- Arranged performance recitals and concerts to allow students to showcase musical talents.
- Prepared students for auditions for institutions by aiding with music selection, assigning practice hours required for mastery of piece, and assessing progress and accuracy in playing.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss expectations for instruction, lesson scheduling and other practical matters.
- Tutored students in musical theory principals.
- Instructed students from beginner to intermediate in playing violin, reading sheet music and general music appreciation.
- Created encouraging, fun and focused lesson atmosphere, resulting in a professional but relaxed environment.
- Established and maintained network of music contacts to promote work continuity.
- Evaluated student music abilities by providing feedback and written reports.
- Acquired teaching materials and resources to facilitate music instruction.
- Taught private and semi-private lessons using Suzuki and Music Mind Games curriculum.
- Planned and executed targeted lesson plans to instruct on music theory, music history and performance etiquette.
Volunteer
Highway 89
08.2012 - 08.2021
- Supported engaging, fun and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Maintained clean, neat and operational facilities to serve program needs.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ12.2022
Skills
- Classroom Discussion Facilitation
- Colleague Collaborations
- Performance Organization
- Sight-Reading Sheet Music
- Course Material Preparation
- Student Advising and Support
- Curricula Planning
- Teaching Improvements
- Undergraduate Teaching
- Performance Coaching
- Instructional Strategies
- Assignment Evaluation
Running & Drawing
I like to run either in or out doors and also like to free draw as well.
Languages
Navajo
Limited Working
Timeline
Elementary General Music Teacher
Flagstaff Unified School District
01.2023 - 06.2024
Private Music Instructor
Music And Dance Academy
10.2020 - 03.2022
Sales Clerk
Painted Desert Trading
09.2014 - 09.2024
Volunteer
Highway 89
08.2012 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education
Northern Arizona University
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