Summary
Work History
Education
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Affiliations
Accomplishments
Spouse
Personal Information
Hobbies and Interests
Community Service
Retired Date
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Sonja Williams

Jacksonville,NC

Summary

Caring Teacher with strong communication skills and drive to excite students about learning. Specializing in creating stimulating environments that help students achieve full potential and enjoy learning. Communicates effectively and maintains strong relationships with scholars, families and colleagues.

Work History

Middle School Choral Music Teacher

Jacksonville Commons Middle School
Jacksonville, NC
1997 - 2016
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
  • Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes, and other assessments.
  • Planned field trips to enrich students' educational experiences outside of the traditional classroom setting.

K-5 General Music Teacher

Richlands Elementary School
Richlands, NC
1988 - 1990
  • Created lesson plans to introduce students to different musical instruments and genres of music.
  • Developed and implemented music curriculum for elementary school students.

Visiting Instructor

North Carolina A&T State University
Greensboro, NC
1987 - 1988
  • Developed and delivered lectures for undergraduate courses in the field of music.
  • Conducted student evaluations and assessments to track progress and ensure academic rigor.
  • Organized weekly office hours to answer questions from students regarding course material.

Middle School Choral Music Teacher

Jacksonville Middle School
Jacksonville, NC
1990 - 1997
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem-solving strategies among students.
  • Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.

Adjunct Music Instructor

Campbell University
Camp Lejeune, NC
1991 - 1995
  • Developed and taught courses in music appreciation and basic music theory.
  • Assisted students with interpretation of musical notation, vocal techniques and instrumental playing.

Education

Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance -

North Carolina School of the Arts

Master of Music in Vocal Performance -

Manhattan School of Music

Skills

  • Student Performance Evaluation
  • Lesson Plan Delivery
  • Creative Lesson Plans
  • Learning Strategies
  • Verbal And Written Communication
  • Student Relations

Affiliations

  • North Carolina Music Educators Association (NCMEA)
  • Middle School Choral Section Member-at-Large, Chair-Elect, Chair
  • North Carolina Music Educators Association Adjudicator
  • Past President, North Carolina Music Educator Association
  • Board of Directors, Member-at-Large and Scholarship Chair, NCMEA
  • Board of Directors, Governor's School Foundation
  • North Carolina Governor's School Alumna in Choral Music

Accomplishments

  • Three-time Teacher of the Year
  • Named 2013 - 2014 Onslow County Teacher of the Year
  • Mentor and Clinical Teacher for over fifteen years
  • Students consistently received Superior ratings at NCMEA District Choral Music Performance Adjudications
  • Invited to perform at the NCMEA In-Service Conference (2000)
  • Participant in the National Anthem Project (2007, Washington, D.C.)

Spouse

Dr. Gregory J. Williams

Personal Information

Mother of two adult sons and a grandmother of one.  

Hobbies and Interests

  • Visiting family
  • Running
  • Teaching group fitness classes as a certified cycling and group fitness instructor

Community Service

  • Member, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. (since 1991)
  • Has served as the President, Vice-President, and Secretary
  • Served as the Minister of Music, St. Julia A.M.E. Zion Church (15 years)
  • Conducted workshops on church hymns titled "The Church Sings Again"
  • Conductor for All-County choruses throughout the state

Retired Date

July 1, 2016

Timeline

Middle School Choral Music Teacher

Jacksonville Commons Middle School
1997 - 2016

K-5 General Music Teacher

Richlands Elementary School
1988 - 1990

Visiting Instructor

North Carolina A&T State University
1987 - 1988

Middle School Choral Music Teacher

Jacksonville Middle School
1990 - 1997

Adjunct Music Instructor

Campbell University
1991 - 1995

Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance -

North Carolina School of the Arts

Master of Music in Vocal Performance -

Manhattan School of Music
Sonja Williams