Stacey Joseph
Whitewater,WI
Summary
Experienced music educator with a proven track record in creating and executing dynamic music programs. Skilled in fostering a collaborative environment and adapting to evolving educational requirements. Recognized for expertise in general and vocal instruction, behavior management, and choral and general music instruction. Trusted team leader dedicated to achieving measurable outcomes and empowering student achievement through innovative methods in the related arts setting. Currently seeking an administrative position.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Music Educator, Team Leader
Whitewater Unified School District
08.2002 - Current
- Directs grade level choirs, general music classes, Beginning Guitar class, and Music Composition & History class.
- Director of a co-curricular show choir
- Coordinates concerts, performances, and tours with performing groups
- Created spaces for learning that welcome all learners including special education, multi-lingual, regular education, advanced learners, and other special needs students
- Eleven years as team leader of a 12+ member related arts team and building leadership team member
- Coordinates events, plans team agendas, and facilitates meetings
- Certified New Teacher Mentor (spring, 2023)
- Mentors new teachers and teachers new to the district
- Leader of the 6th Grade Transition Team (2018-present)
- Member of the medical emergency team (2005-present)
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) trained
Music Educator
School District of Janesville
08.1998 - 06.2002
- Taught 6th, 7th, and 8th grade choirs and general music classes, Edison Middle School (1998-2002).
- Taught K-5 general music, Jackson Elementary School (1998-1999).
- Started a co-curricular girls’ choir for advanced singers.
- NVCI trained.
Music Educator
Pepin Area School
08.1996 - 06.1998
- Taught K-12 vocal and general music
- Started a high school show choir
- Taught driver education - summer school class
- Directed color guard for the high school marching band
- Prom advisor
- Junior/Senior Class advisor
Education
Principal Licensure - Administrative Licensure
Concordia University
Mequon, WI08-2024
Master of Education - Education
Cardinal Stritch University
Milwaukee, WI12-2005
Bachelor of Music Education - Vocal/General Music PreK-12
University of Wisconsin - Whitewater
Whitewater, WI05-1996
Skills
- Choral conducting and vocal technique
- Piano
- Music theory
- Music history
- Behavior management
- Faculty collaboration
- Parent-teacher communication
- Organization of choral performances
- Team leader
- Time management
- Staff development and mentorship
- Curriculum development and lesson planning
Accomplishments
Implemented 6th Grade Transition Day at WMS and co-leads the 6th Grade Transition Program.
Attended PLC conference and leads related arts team in the PLC process.
Certified new teacher mentor.
Initiated "Middle School Matters", a parent engagement program.
Organized choral tours and other field trips.
CPR/AED/first aid trained.
NVCI trained.
Certification
- New Teacher Mentor, New Teacher Center, May 2023
- CPR/AED/first aid certified since 2005
Kohl Fellowship Nominee
Nominated for the Kohl Teacher Fellowship, Fall 2001.
Awards
As a member of the WUSD Music Department, received the NAMM Best Communities for Music Education award multiple years.
Timeline
Music Educator, Team Leader
Whitewater Unified School District
08.2002 - Current
Music Educator
School District of Janesville
08.1998 - 06.2002
Music Educator
Pepin Area School
08.1996 - 06.1998
Principal Licensure - Administrative Licensure
Concordia University
Master of Education - Education
Cardinal Stritch University
Bachelor of Music Education - Vocal/General Music PreK-12
University of Wisconsin - Whitewater
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