Susan Hoy
Ann Arbor,MI
Summary
Dynamic music educator with extensive experience at LAUSD, adept at differentiated instruction and cultural sensitivity. Successfully directed engaging multicultural performances, fostering student confidence and public speaking skills. Proven leadership in mentoring new teachers and developing curriculum that integrates performing arts, ensuring a rich educational experience for diverse learners.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Music Teacher
South Lyon Community Schools
South Lyon, MI
08.2023 - Current
- Facilitated student-led performances, helping to build confidence and public speaking skills.
- Mentored new music teachers, sharing best practices and strategies for effective teaching.
- Performed regular assessments of student development to measure progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
Classroom Teacher & Performing Arts Teacher
South Shores Visual and Performing Arts School
San Pedro, CA
08.2021 - 08.2023
- Company Overview: LAUSD.
- LAUSD
- I taught both first and fourth grade students California state standards during and after the pandemic.
- Directed and produced various performing arts shows for the school, families, and the South Shores community.
Orchestra and General Music Teacher/Conductor
LAUSD
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Organized and led student performances in assemblies and concerts.
- Incorporated multicultural elements into the curriculum by introducing students to diverse styles of music from around the world.
- Maintained an inventory of musical instruments and resources, ensuring materials were available and in good condition.
Music Teacher
South Lyon Community Schools
South Lyon, MI
01.2013 - 01.2017
- Adapted teaching strategies to meet the diverse needs of students, including those with special educational needs.
- Participated in meetings with faculty members from other departments about upcoming collaborative events involving both departments' students.
- Conducted rehearsals before major performances including conducting warm-ups and sectionals as needed.
Music Teacher and Conductor
Our Lady of La Salette K-8
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Conducted rehearsals before major performances including conducting warm-ups and sectionals as needed.
- Conducted individual and group lessons to accommodate different learning styles and proficiency levels.
- Organized and conducted weekly group classes to teach basic music theory and performance skills.
- Modeled creative acting techniques and styles to encompass varied history genres and performance techniques.
Music Teacher
Novi Community Schools
Novi, MI
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Facilitated student-led performances, helping to build confidence and public speaking skills.
- Mentored new music teachers, sharing best practices and strategies for effective teaching.
Music Teacher
LAUSD
01.1999 - 01.2004
- Worked in various multicultural school buildings across LAUSD.
- Communicated to staff, students, and parents of five schools congruently.
- Produced engaging multicultural performances for families and community members.
Music Teacher
Airport Community School District
01.1997 - 01.1999
- Helped build the district curricula's elementary music standards.
- I taught music to four different elementary schools.
- Maintained strong relationships with parents, staff, and students.
- Supported the classroom teachers with music that highlighted classroom themes.
Education
MASTERS IN THE ART OF TEACHING - Curriculum and Instruction
Marygrove College of Detroit
06.2018
ELEMENTARY EDUCATION CREDENTIAL -
National University
01.2018
BACHELOR OF MUSIC EDUCATION - Vocal - Choir
Eastern Michigan University
12.1997
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Growth Mindset
- Anti Biased Teaching and Learning
- Performing Arts Integration
- Curriculum
- Instruction
- Training and Development
- Performance Management and Evaluation
- Cultural sensitivity
- Data collecting and tracking
- Performing Arts Education, Directing, Conducting
- Google Suite
- Microsoft Suite
- Curriculum development
- Leadership
- Communication
- Time management
- Organization
- Creativity
Timeline
Music Teacher
South Lyon Community Schools
08.2023 - Current
Classroom Teacher & Performing Arts Teacher
South Shores Visual and Performing Arts School
08.2021 - 08.2023
Orchestra and General Music Teacher/Conductor
LAUSD
01.2018 - 01.2020
Music Teacher
South Lyon Community Schools
01.2013 - 01.2017
Music Teacher and Conductor
Our Lady of La Salette K-8
01.2011 - 01.2013
Music Teacher
Novi Community Schools
01.2005 - 01.2007
Music Teacher
LAUSD
01.1999 - 01.2004
Music Teacher
Airport Community School District
01.1997 - 01.1999
MASTERS IN THE ART OF TEACHING - Curriculum and Instruction
Marygrove College of Detroit
ELEMENTARY EDUCATION CREDENTIAL -
National University
BACHELOR OF MUSIC EDUCATION - Vocal - Choir
Eastern Michigan University
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