Stella Chepaitis
Indiana ,PA
Summary
Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in Music, Theatre, and Education with hands-on experience gained through academic projects and internships. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Positive, upbeat, and empathetic with passion for vocal performance and instruction. Dedicated to fostering students' vocal growth and confidence, ensuring supportive and enriching learning environment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Voice Teacher
IUP Community Music School
Indiana, PA
01.2024 - Current
- Developed students'' understanding of music theory through engaging activities and discussions.
- Provided vocal coaching for theatre productions, enhancing performers'' abilities during rehearsals and performances alike.
- Improved student confidence by offering regular public speaking and presentation skills training sessions.
- Recognized individual student achievements through awards ceremonies, celebrating progress and encouraging continued growth.
- Managed scheduling conflicts effectively, ensuring consistent attendance at lessons while accommodating personal commitments.
- Increased student performance levels by providing constructive feedback and personalized coaching.
- Developed effective warm-up routines for students that emphasized proper breathing techniques, pitch accuracy, and vocal health maintenance practices.
- Enhanced vocal techniques of students by implementing customized lesson plans tailored to individual needs.
Choir Singer
Calvary Presbyterian Church of Indiana PA
Indiana, PA
05.2022 - Current
- Contributed to the success of holiday concerts by participating in extra rehearsals focused on seasonal repertoire.
- Led sectional practices for specific voice types, enhancing each singer''s understanding of their role within the ensemble.
- Fostered a positive learning environment during rehearsals by providing support and encouragement to fellow choir members.
- Improved overall performance quality by diligently practicing assigned parts outside of scheduled rehearsals.
- Demonstrated strong sight-reading skills during performances of unfamiliar material, supporting seamless execution of music pieces.
- Participated in regular rehearsals and vocal training sessions to maintain optimal vocal health and technique.
- Enhanced choir performances by consistently maintaining pitch, tone, and harmony within the group.
Camp Counselor
Footlight Players
Indiana, PA
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Acted as a positive role model, demonstrating strong leadership skills and exemplifying the camp''s core values.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
- Developed strong relationships with co-counselors that resulted in seamless teamwork during challenging situations or emergencies.
- Ensured smooth transitions between activities by efficiently managing time and resources throughout each day.
Education
BFA - Vocal Performance
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Indiana, PA05.2025
Skills
- Patience and encouragement
- One on one teaching experience
- Lesson planning
- Problem-solving
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Patience and empathy
- Strong work ethic
- Flexible scheduling
- School-age children experience
- Licensed driver
Timeline
Camp Counselor
Footlight Players
06.2025 - 07.2025
Voice Teacher
IUP Community Music School
01.2024 - Current
Choir Singer
Calvary Presbyterian Church of Indiana PA
05.2022 - Current
BFA - Vocal Performance
Indiana University of Pennsylvania