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Svetlana Evchenko

Beaverton

Summary

Dynamic music and theatre educator with a proven track record at Scarlet Sailes Cultural Foundation, excelling in classroom management and student engagement. Skilled in lesson planning and fostering relationships, I inspire curiosity and creativity through interactive learning experiences, enhancing student performance and promoting a positive, supportive environment.

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Assistant Teacher position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher of Music and Theatre

Scarlet Sailes Cultural Foundation
02.2024 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
  • Script development and role assignment.
  • Selection and preparation of musical accompaniment and children’s songs.
  • Teaching and rehearsing songs with children.
  • Coaching children in gestures and facial expressions for theatrical performance.
  • Sourcing and organizing props.
  • Organizing and conducting a final performance/concert.

Musical Teacher

Rise and Shine Bilingual English Russian Certified
03.2024 - 05.2025
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
  • Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
  • Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
  • Selected and taught age-appropriate songs to preschool children
  • Conducted engaging musical games and fingerplay activities to support motor and language development
  • Designed and delivered thematic music lessons (e.g., animals, seasons, family, fruits and vegetables)
  • Taught simple dance and movement routines to develop coordination and rhythm
  • Created visual and tactile learning materials to support musical and cognitive development
  • Prepared props (e.g., scarves, flowers, leaves) for interactive musical games
  • Introduced children to basic rhythm using age-appropriate percussion instruments
  • Ensured proper care and maintenance of personal musical instrument (accordion)

Instructional Assistant

NWRESD
07.2023 - 01.2024
  • Streamlined classroom management by assisting with daily routines, transitions, and organization of materials.
  • Supported lead teacher in implementing established lesson plans, ensuring continuity of instruction during their absence.
  • Navigated challenging student behavior situations with sensitivity and empathy, implementing appropriate interventions to maintain a focused learning environment.
  • Maintained a safe, positive learning environment by modeling appropriate behavior and enforcing classroom rules consistently.
  • Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
  • Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
  • Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
  • Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
  • Attended professional meetings, educational conferences or teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.

Education

Associate of Arts - Musical Arts

Mykolaiv State Higher College of Music
Ukraine
06-2001

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Critical thinking
  • Lesson planning
  • Motivating students
  • Student engagement
  • Positive role model and mentor
  • Classroom instruction
  • Child development
  • Student-centered learning
  • Student assessment
  • Group instruction
  • Elementary education
  • Lesson delivery
  • Visual aids utilization

Interests

  • I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
  • Music
  • Acting and Theater
  • Outdoor Recreation
  • Hiking

Timeline

Musical Teacher

Rise and Shine Bilingual English Russian Certified
03.2024 - 05.2025

Teacher of Music and Theatre

Scarlet Sailes Cultural Foundation
02.2024 - Current

Instructional Assistant

NWRESD
07.2023 - 01.2024

Associate of Arts - Musical Arts

Mykolaiv State Higher College of Music
Svetlana Evchenko