Stephanie Mouat

• Established performance goals for High School and Junior High School Choir departments via curriculum design based on Texas TEKS and implemented vocal music instruction across all skill levels. Sourced, modified and prepared class curricula and targeted lesson plans based on subject matter requirements. Provided feedback on methods for reaching milestones through scheduled co-curricular assessments and performances.
• Developed processes and procedures for each campus classroom.
• Communicated clear objectives and priorities to students and parents; created handbooks for use by every student and using multiple platforms and methods, i.e. social media, choir website, online newsletters, email, Google Classroom, and Remind101 communication apps. Prepared, coordinated and distributed information about yearly schedule of activities and classes.
• Planned and executed targeted lesson plans to instruct on music theory, music history and performance etiquette. Instructed students from Junior High beginners to High School advanced in choral singing and sightreading skills and general music appreciation.
• Managed annual department budget, utilized district software for requisitions, collected payments from students/parents for choir fees and trip payments. Worked closely with Boosters on strategic planning and implementation of several fundraising projects each year. Worked with multiple music and stage vendors on bids for equipment in the Wylie Performing Arts Center and on the new Wylie East Junior High campus.
• Provided documentation of processes to comply with district administrative requirements for grading and program growth.
• Worked with team leaders within Fine Arts in the district to collaborate on projects involving large numbers of student performers. Planned, coordinated, and executed four co-curricular concert events per year, involving as many as 150 students at one time.
• Hosted the annual Region VI UIL Concert & Sightreading Evaluations for the East Zone of the region, a two-day performance event at the Wylie High School Performing Arts Center which included choirs from Abilene, Wylie and surrounding school districts within an eighty-mile radius. This required advance planning, expert communication with participating directors and judges, as well as delegation of duties to students and parents involved in executing according to a pre-arranged schedule and adherence to UIL rules governing music contests. This event typically involved 400-500 students and their directors on each day.
• Directed work of lighting and sound crews to coordinate efficient production operations for all co-curricular concerts and events. Worked with outside choreographers for annual pops concert.
• Founded "Wylie High School's Got Talent" annual school-wide talent show fundraiser benefitting Wylie Choir Booster Club.
• Served as Mentor Teacher to clinical student music teachers from area universities.
• Managed trip requests and worked with district Transportation office for student travel to regional events as well as within the city of Abilene. Booked hotels and ground transportation for student and parent chaperone overnight travel.
• Performed one-on-one coaching or small group coaching to students competing in Texas Regional and All-State auditions.
• Delivered exceptional level of service to each student by listening to concerns and answering questions.
• Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
• Actively listened to student/parent requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.
• Adapted classroom plans to support needs of children with special learning requirements.
• Led recruitment efforts of potential students by speaking to elementary and junior high music students each spring.
• Collaborated with student leadership to achieve teamwork across the choir department by reaching out to all students via social events, banquets, etc.

• Managed and directed 6A High School Choir department via curriculum design based on Texas TEKS and implemented vocal music instruction across intermediate through advanced student skill levels. Sourced, modified and prepared class curricula and targeted lesson plans based on subject matter requirements. Provided feedback on methods for reaching specific milestones through scheduled co-curricular assessments and performances.
• Developed processes and procedures for all classes.
• Planned and executed targeted lesson plans to instruct on music theory, music history and performance etiquette. Instructed students from beginners to advanced in High School choral singing, sightreading, and general music appreciation.
• Communicated clear objectives and priorities to students and parents; created handbooks for use by every student and using multiple platforms and methods, i.e. social media, online newsletters, email, and Remind101 communication apps. Prepared, coordinated and distributed information about yearly schedule of activities and classes.
• Managed annual department budget, utilized district software for requisitions, collected payments from students/parents for choir fees and trip payments. Worked closely with Boosters on strategic planning and implementation of several fundraising projects each year.
• Provided documentation of processes to comply with district administrative requirements for grading and program growth.
• Worked with team leaders within Fine Arts in the district to collaborate on projects involving large numbers of student performers. Planned, coordinated, and executed six co-curricular concert events per year, some involving as many as 300 students at one time.
• Directed work of lighting and sound crews to coordinate efficient production operations for all co-curricular concerts and events.
• Served as Mentor Teacher to clinical student music teachers from area universities.
• Performed one-on-one coaching or small group coaching to students competing in Texas Regional and All-State auditions.
• Delivered exceptional level of service to each student by listening to concerns and answering questions.
• Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
• Actively listened to student/parent requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.
• Adapted classroom plans to support needs of children with special learning requirements.
• Supervised Assistant Directors to carry out program goals and collaborate on instruction.
• With assistance of travel agencies specializing in student trips, planned and executed trips to the following major cities: New York City, Orlando (Disney), San Antonio, Austin, Dallas, and New Orleans.
• Supervised travel of students and parent chaperones within the district as well as out of district for school events - worked with district Transportation department officials re: logistics. Worked with hotels to secure lodging for students and chaperones on overnight trips.
• Led recruitment efforts by speaking with potential students at two feeder junior high schools.

• Partnered with Head Director of Choirs to instruct and mentor students in a 6A Choir department at Abilene High School. Responsible for teaching and guiding two Non Varsity Choirs, using Texas TEKS for Choral Music in High School. Assisted with rehearsal and teaching of three Varsity choirs and Show Choir.
• Instructed students from beginners to advanced in High School choral singing, sightreading, music theory and general music appreciation.
• Worked closely with Head Director to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of administrative operation of the department, including purchasing of equipment and choir uniforms, maintaining student databases, collection of fees for trip payments or student fees and recording deposits.
• Collaborated with fellow faculty to organize performance logistics, including working with sound and lighting crews.
• Created and updated physical records and digital files to maintain current, accurate and compliant documentation as needed.
• Assisted in hosting of Regional events such as Texas Music Educators Region Choir Clinic & Concert, and Area choir All-State Auditions, which involved choir students and directors coming to campus from schools within a 150-mile radius of Abilene, TX.
• Provided one-on-one or small group coaching to students competing in Texas Regional and All-State competitions.
• Oversaw yearly calendar of events and communicated all to parents and students.
• Maintained effective communication and information exchange across the choir department, to all students and parents.
• Worked with Boosters and fundraising vendors to implement various fundraisers throughout the academic year.
• Traveled with student groups as a chaperone for regional audition competitions and yearly spring choir trip.

• Evaluated and selected instructional materials and texts to prepare course materials and lesson plans for students pursuing music major or minor with emphasis in vocal music performance.
• Identified strengths and obstacles and developed instructional techniques to accommodate different learning styles.
• Worked cooperatively with other members of faculty and staff to contribute to overall institutional effectiveness.
• Advised students in matters to improve successful course completion.
• Showed excellent interpersonal dialogue skills ensuring student retention of subject matter.
• Designed and delivered instruction to meet course competencies. Ensured that students were comfortable and challenged in meeting the criteria for vocal study, including the study and correct use of lyric diction for all major singing languages (Spanish, Italian, French, German, Russian, English). Introduced students to various vocal techniques and styles, as well as the performance practice of vocal music according to genre and historical time period.
• Scored exams and graded student performance fairly as a member of the music jury panel each semester.
• Coached individual students in opera and musical theater as needed.
• Oversaw student performances in recital as part of their degree requirements.

• This job was an adjunct position that I was hired for when the tenured faculty member was on maternity leave for the semester. Worked closely with tenured faculty member to develop and implement private vocal lesson curriculum for continuity in learning and student performance.
• Evaluated and selected instructional materials and texts to prepare course materials and lesson plans for students pursuing music major or minor with emphasis in vocal music performance.
• Identified strengths and obstacles and developed instructional techniques to accommodate different learning styles.
• Showed excellent interpersonal dialogue skills ensuring student retention of subject matter.
• Designed and delivered instruction to meet course competencies. Ensured that students were comfortable and challenged in meeting the criteria for vocal study, including study and correct use of lyric diction for all of major singing languages (Spanish, Italian, French, German, Russian, English). Introduced students to various vocal techniques and styles, as well as performance practice of vocal music according to genre and historical time period.
• Scored exams and graded student performance fairly as a member of the music jury panel each semester.
• Coached individual students in opera and musical theater as needed.

• Developed and taught undergraduate courses in lyric diction for singers as well as maintaining a private vocal studio for department offerings serving vocal music major, minor and music therapy students.
• Designed and delivered instruction to meet course competencies. Taught a course in Italian Lyric Diction for Singers.
• Scored exams and graded student performance fairly as a member of the music jury panel each semester.
• Selected and developed instructional material and planned instruction to enhance student learning for individuals in the private studio by focusing on classical vocal technique and pedagogy, and performance practice of various genres and all major singing languages (Italian, French, German, Spanish, English) across the major historical time periods of music.
• Evaluated student learning by creating and applying course competencies and accurately evaluating student progress through their participation in student performances and recitals for degree requirements.
• Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills resulting in clear communication of subject matter to students.
• Showcased commitment to professional development by keeping current in my own singing performances by participation in faculty recitals and out of state singing engagements.

• Evaluated and selected instructional materials and texts to prepare course materials and lesson plans for vocal music majors and minors in a private studio.
• Worked closely with colleagues to develop and implement lyric diction for singers curriculum for improved learning and student performance. Taught course in lyric diction for undergraduate vocal music majors and minors. Focus was on correct pronunciation and diagramming of words using the International Phonetic Alphabet as applied to the major singing languages of Italian, French, German, Latin and English.
• Evaluated student learning by creating and applying course competencies and accurately evaluating student progress through their participation in student performances and recitals for degree requirements.
• Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills resulting in clear communication of subject matter to students.
• Scored exams and graded student performance fairly as a member of the music jury panel each semester.
• Showcased commitment to professional development by keeping current in my own singing performances by participation in faculty recitals and out of state engagements.

• Provided weekly instruction in one-on-one environment for up to 20 students of varied age and ability.
• Coordinated with departmental employees to maintain continuity of music lesson objectives, planning and execution.
• Taught students to master classical singing during weekly lessons.
• Tutored students in musical theory principals.
• Planned and executed targeted lesson plans to instruct on music theory, music history and performance etiquette.
• Participated as member of jury for student performance examinations.
• Prepared students for live opera scenes performances by creating stage sets, props and costumes and directing scenes performances.
• Instructed students from beginners to advanced in vocal music, reading sheet music and general music appreciation.

• Instructed up to 15 students individually and in groups on Class Voice through the Music Department of North Shore Community College.

Worked in Department of Epidemiology of Harvard Medical School, via Brigham & Women's Hospital (office location was in the hospital).

• Welcomed office visitors and alerted staff to arrivals of scheduled appointments.
• Drafted common document templates for use by executives and employees.
• Completed clerical tasks such as filing, copying and distributing mail.
• Supported staff on special assignments and research projects.
• Delivered clerical support by handling range of routine requirements.