Tabitha Bower
Moses Lake
Summary
Results-driven with a strong background in verbal and written communication, people management, and problem-solving. Proven ability to lead diverse teams, build relationships and manage departmental budgets, ensuring successful outcomes. Adaptable and willing to learn new things quickly.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Music Teacher
Moses Lake School District
Moses Lake, WA
07.2019 - Current
- Works with multiple stakeholders across many departments.
- Provided mentoring for new teachers.
- Acted as Administrative Assistant for the district music department.
- Plan, organize and execute events.
- Communication with multiple stakeholders.
- Budgeting, financial planning, and account management of department finances.
- Highly skilled at administrative tasks and working with multiple computer and online programs.
- Clear and kind communication on the phone, in written communication, and face to face interactions.
- Excellent at problem solving in fast paced environments.
- Manages 120-160+ people at a time.
- People oriented and strives for the best possible outcomes at all times.
- Works independently and as a team.
- Keeps accurate records and upkeep of inventory.
Music Teacher
Sultan School District
Sultan, WA
08.2012 - 07.2019
- Created, Planned and Executed all events and daily activities to ensure the best possible outcome for all stakeholders.
- Collaborated with multiple stakeholders across various departments and buildings.
- Oversaw and Managed the budget for the department.
- Built relationships with stakeholders.
- Worked independently and as a team with diverse backgrounds.
- Helped stakeholders with their problems find solutions.
- Problem solved and produced high quality work in a fast paced environment.
- Helped other departments and colleagues whenever possible.
K-12 Music Teacher
Dayton School District
Dayton, WA
08.2008 - 08.2012
- Was the solo person responsible for the entire music department and program.
- Worked flexible hours including weekends and holidays.
- Created, implemented, and performed all learning, teaching, and performances.
- Worked with community stakeholders as well as colleagues to establish funding for the program.
- Worked with multiple stakeholders to ensure thriving success of the department.
- Adapted to feedback to make anything I did better.
- Mentored new teachers.
- Created opportunities for advanced learning and experiences.
Concert Ticket Sales and Office Administration
Evergreen State Fairgrounds
Monroe, WA
07.2002 - 09.2007
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Identified issues, analyzed information, and provided solutions to problems.
- Resolved problems, improved operations, and provided exceptional service.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies, and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Worked with multiple streams of money and keep accurate records.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Graceland University
Lamoni, IA06-2012
Bachelor of Arts - K-12 Music Education
Seattle Pacific University
Seattle, WA06-2008
Skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Relationship building
- People Management
- Computer Literacy
- Money Management
- Program development
- Performance management
- Multiple Stakeholder Collaboration
- Scheduling coordination
- Work Planning and Prioritization
Timeline
Music Teacher
Moses Lake School District
07.2019 - Current
Music Teacher
Sultan School District
08.2012 - 07.2019
K-12 Music Teacher
Dayton School District
08.2008 - 08.2012
Concert Ticket Sales and Office Administration
Evergreen State Fairgrounds
07.2002 - 09.2007
Master of Arts - Education
Graceland University
Bachelor of Arts - K-12 Music Education
Seattle Pacific University