WILLANA MACK
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Passionate academic professional offers history of positive student learning outcomes fostered through creative curriculum delivery. Organized and driven with impressive list of achievements and history of excelling in high - pressure environments. Brings 20 years of teaching experience and strong sense of academic integrity.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Vocal Music/ Music Faculty
Alliance University
New York, NY
08.2010 - 08.2023
- Oversaw administrative functions of vocal music program.
- Taught private voice lessons in various musical styles including classical, contemporary, musical theater, jazz and gospel music.
- Directed musical theater productions.
- Conducted choirs and ensembles.
- Taught a variety of courses including, music history, basic theory and ear training and diction.
- Evaluated the progress of each student.
- Assisted in the design, development, and evaluation of music courses.
- Organized special events, school concerts, and music competitions.
- Created instructional and lecture plans for classes.
- Utilized diverse teaching methods and lectures to deliver curriculum.
- Tailored lectures to meet student needs.
- Recruited potential students for academic programs.
- Recommended special classes for students lagging in grades.
- Referred students to degree programs based on interests, aptitudes or educational assessments.
Director of Music and Worship
Central Baptist Church
New York, NY
03.2017 - Current
- Select mix of contemporary and traditional music to meet expectations of congregation.
- Train and direct SATB, Gospel and chamber choir.
- Train and develop voices for small vocal ensembles.
- Recruit and direct band members for weekly worship services.
- Coordinate concerts and special events.
- Manage audio-visual support for multiple weekly services.
- Assess and address equipment maintenance and upkeep.
- Planning and leading weekly worship services.
- Preparing and overseeing yearly music budget.
Music Teacher
Our Lady of Trust Catholic Academy
Brook, NY
09.2023 - Current
- Organize and conducted weekly group classes to teach basic music and performance skills.
- Assign pieces of music for students to practice and provided feedback.
- Perform regular assessments of student development.
- Maintain a positive learning environment.
- Coordinate and arranged school concerts.
- Engage students through creative activities including songwriting, music production, etc.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Vocal Music Performance
Nyack College
Master of Music - Classical Voice
Queens College
Skills
- Performance Direction
- Vocal Techniques
- Curriculum Development and Lesson Planning
- Registration and Placement
- Student Advising and Support
- Examination Administration and Grading
- Group Discussion Facilitation
- Student Recruitment
- Student Recordkeeping
- Undergraduate Teaching
- Artistic Technique Demonstration
- Program Administration
Timeline
Music Teacher
Our Lady of Trust Catholic Academy
09.2023 - Current
Director of Music and Worship
Central Baptist Church
03.2017 - Current
Director of Vocal Music/ Music Faculty
Alliance University
08.2010 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Vocal Music Performance
Nyack College
Master of Music - Classical Voice
Queens College
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