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Vanessa Gong

El Paso,TX

Summary

Dynamic music professional with extensive experience as an Orchestra Musician for the Las Cruces Symphony Association, excelling in expressive musicality and collaborative teamwork. Proven ability to engage students as a Music Instructor, utilizing innovative techniques and technology to enhance learning outcomes. Committed to fostering critical thinking and creativity in diverse educational settings.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Orchestra Musician

Las Cruces Symphony Association
Las Cruces, NM
09.2016 - Current
  • Adapted playing styles based on genre or type of music being performed.
  • Collaborated with conductors and other musicians to create a cohesive sound within the orchestra.
  • Accompanied soloists on stage during live performances.
  • Assisted in the selection of repertoire for upcoming performances according to conductor's preferences.
  • Recorded studio recordings for albums or other media projects.
  • Performed as part of an ensemble for concerts, recitals, and other musical events.
  • Collaborated with other musicians to plan rehearsals and performances.

Music Instructor

Self-employed
El Paso, TX
08.2015 - Current
  • Organized and implemented lesson plans according to student's needs, abilities, and interests.
  • Instructed students in sight reading, ear training, rhythm studies, improvisation, composition and arranging.
  • Integrated technology into lessons when appropriate by utilizing tools like online metronomes or digital pianos.
  • Created engaging lesson plans using various teaching materials including books, videos, audio recordings.
  • Assisted in organizing school-wide performances such as concerts or recitals.
  • Attended professional development workshops to stay current with industry trends and best practices in teaching techniques.

Foreign Language, Teacher

YISD
El Paso, TX
08.2020 - 06.2025
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan lessons and coordinate class activities.
  • Created an environment conducive to learning by establishing clear expectations for behavior and classroom management techniques.
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills by having students analyze texts in the target language.
  • Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or competitions related to foreign languages.
  • Participated in professional development workshops related to language teaching methods.
  • Developed lesson plans that incorporated a variety of teaching strategies such as lectures, group activities, demonstrations, multimedia presentations and field trips.

Special Education Paraprofessional

YISD
El Paso, TX
08.2023 - 05.2025
  • Collaborated with classroom teachers to modify educational materials to meet the individual needs of each student.
  • Assisted with transitioning from one activity to another throughout the day as needed by the student.
  • Provided one-on-one instruction to students who needed extra help with learning tasks.
  • Assisted in the implementation of accommodations outlined in IEPs such as seating arrangements or modified testing procedures.
  • Instructed small groups of students in alphabet, shapes and color recognition.
  • Supported students with personalized accommodations, extra assistance and educational assessments.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences

Indiana State University
Terre Haute, IN
05-2005

Master of Arts - Piano Pedagogy

Indiana State University
Terre Haute, IN

Artist Diploma - Harp Performance

Indiana University, Bloomington
Bloomington, IN

Skills

  • Music performance
  • Instruction techniques
  • Student engagement
  • Educational assessments
  • Critical thinking
  • Effective communication
  • Respectful etiquette
  • Expressive musicality
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Music technology
  • Sight reading
  • Ear training
  • Music composition
  • Rehearsal planning
  • Collaboration skills
  • Classroom management

Languages

English
Full Professional
Mandarin Chinese
Native/ Bilingual

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Special Education Paraprofessional

YISD
08.2023 - 05.2025

Foreign Language, Teacher

YISD
08.2020 - 06.2025

Orchestra Musician

Las Cruces Symphony Association
09.2016 - Current

Music Instructor

Self-employed
08.2015 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences

Indiana State University

Master of Arts - Piano Pedagogy

Indiana State University

Artist Diploma - Harp Performance

Indiana University, Bloomington

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