Sydney Dungan
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Skilled music teacher with 4 years of experience teaching, current composition projects at work, and a proficiency in multiple instruments. Organized an focused, and eager to learn with aptitude for applying new knowledge with skill and efficiency. Is adaptable to different work environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Music Instructor
Individual Clients
05.2021 - Current
- Explained music theory, aural skills and fundamental concepts to teach students to understand, analyze, perform and create music.
- Motivated students to practice music by offering positive reinforcement and encouraging progress.
- Planned and prepared individual music lessons to support student needs.
- Created encouraging, fun and focused lesson atmosphere.
- Acquired teaching materials and resources to facilitate music instruction.
- Increased student retention and satisfaction by providing engaging, one-on-one instruction for various instruments.
- Adapted teaching methods to accommodate students with diverse learning styles or special needs, ensuring a positive and inclusive experience for all.
- Celebrated each student''s unique voice while refining their technical mastery and artistic interpretation of pieces.
- Strengthened students'' sight-reading abilities with targeted exercises and consistent practice routines.
- Nurtured a supportive learning environment by addressing individual challenges and fostering positive relationships among students.
- Cultivated artistic expression and creativity through improvisational activities and composition exercises.
- Assessed student performance and provided constructive feedback to guide progress.
- Incorporated student interests and experiences to make learning relevant and meaningful.
- Communicated with parents to maintain regular communication about student progress and any concerns.
Volunteer
Girl Scout Camp Mitre Peak
07.2023 - 07.2023
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
Babysitter
Individual Employer
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
- Adapted to diverse family structures, cultural backgrounds, and parenting styles to ensure a nurturing environment for all children under care.
- Collaborated closely with parents regarding behavioral issues implementing strategies that improved overall behavior patterns.
- Adapted activities to meet varying needs and interests of children under care.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
- Identified warning signs of emotional and developmental problems in children.
Utility Clerk
El Paso Underground and Desert Pass Construction
11.2016 - 08.2021
- Accurately sorted and filed official district correspondence, payment records and invoices.
- Updated and purged out-of-date records and files.
- Prepared employee safety binders.
- Organized archived files.
Education
Master of Arts - Music Composition
University of The Incarnate Word
San Antonio, TX12.2026
Skills
- Piano and voice instruction
- Records maintenance
- Reading Sheet Music
- Interpersonal skills
- Filing systems
- Database entry
- Basic math competency
- Proficient in piano, violin, and voice
- File maintenance
- Reliability and punctuality
- Multitasking Abilities
- Organizational proficiency
Cooking
I began learning to cook relatively young with my grandma, and it became a constant for me quickly with the benefit of saving money on food. Since then I've developed my culinary skills to a much higher level, and am proficient in cooking almost any basic dish. My taste buds are also quite developed since I experiment with seasonings often to create unique flavors. I have many friends with dietary needs so I've learned many different substitutions for certain ingredients to accommodate their needs.
I plan to enroll in culinary school once I complete my BM in Music Composition.
Timeline
Volunteer
Girl Scout Camp Mitre Peak
07.2023 - 07.2023
Babysitter
Individual Employer
08.2021 - 12.2021
Private Music Instructor
Individual Clients
05.2021 - Current
Utility Clerk
El Paso Underground and Desert Pass Construction
11.2016 - 08.2021
Master of Arts - Music Composition
University of The Incarnate Word