Christopher Clifton

Music Teacher at National Academic Educational Partners
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(386) 825-5501
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  • English Native or bilingual proficiency
  • German Limited working proficiency
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Chris is a worship leader who cares about the people he leads. He is encouraging and engaging. His heart for God shines through in his worship, and is infectious!

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Chris is a fantastic individual who works hard on all tasks he is faced with, not just because he has been assigned to them, but because he has a strong passion for what he does. I've really enjoyed my time working with Chris, and would love to join teams with him again in the future.

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Credentials

  • Professional Educator's Certificate
    Florida Department of Education
    Aug, 2018
    - Oct, 2024
  • Insurance Agent, Accident, Health, Life, Variable Life & Variable Annuities
    Family First Life

Experience

  • National Academic Educational Partners
    • United States
    • Education Administration Programs
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Music Teacher
      • Jul 2021 - Present

      Music Teacher Music Teacher

  • Family First Life Tri-State
    • United States
    • Insurance
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Life Insurance and Annuity Field Underwriter/Agent
      • Mar 2021 - Present

      www.chriscllifton.agency www.chriscllifton.agency

  • ChrisClifton.US
    • Pianist, Instructor, Music & Technology Tutor
      • Jan 2014 - Present

      In December 2021, I released my first Christmas song. It was recorded and performed by teachers in students at P.M. Wells Charter Academy. In May 2021, I released an album of student music compositions using the online recording service SoundTrap. In 2018, I produced two albums of loop-based music from student composers using the software Garageband. In 2016, I wrote, recorded, and produced a song to celebrate the end of the school year. All projects have been released on iTunes, Spotify, Amazon and many other music channels. I continue to teach my own children privately, but have focused on Public Education... Show less

  • BridgePrep Academy
    • United States
    • Primary and Secondary Education
    • 100 - 200 Employee
    • K-8 Music Teacher and Intervention Specialist
      • Aug 2019 - May 2021

      In August 2019, I began teaching music to students in Kindergarten through 8th Grade. In conjunction with state requirements, I develop lesson plans and curriculum for students using various learning models and methods. I implement state requirements in the design, implementation, and review of all information and procedures utilized in the education process. I employ the music curriculum from Quaver Music for grades K-5. In addition, I also create original music curriculum for grades 6-8 that focuses on literacy and writing through evaluating song lyrics. When I’m not teaching music, I serve as an Intervention Specialist who oversees small groups of students in grades 3-8 who need specialized help with ELA learning goals. In May 2021, I decided to leave Bridgeprep Orange to pursue other opportunities. Show less

  • Heartcry Chapel
    • United States
    • Religious Institutions
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Worship Arts Director
      • Jul 2013 - Aug 2020

      Heartcry Chapel is a small church that serves Kissimmee, Saint Cloud, and Harmony, Florida. I was instrumental in helping Heartcry navigate through a difficult transition and grow from 100 people to almost 400 people. During this time, we also transitioned from a rental space and purchased our permanent home. I led all aspects of the Worship Arts Ministry. Heartcry Chapel is a small church that serves Kissimmee, Saint Cloud, and Harmony, Florida. I was instrumental in helping Heartcry navigate through a difficult transition and grow from 100 people to almost 400 people. During this time, we also transitioned from a rental space and purchased our permanent home. I led all aspects of the Worship Arts Ministry.

  • Charter Schools USA
    • United States
    • Education Administration Programs
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Elementary Music Teacher
      • Aug 2015 - May 2019

      P.M. Wells Charter Academy (K-8) is a part of the nationwide family of CSUSA schools. Great achievements have taken place at my school during my tenure. I was an active part of the team who helped transform PMWCA from a "D" school to an award-winning "A" school. I use the latest technology and multi-media to make learning music an engaging experience. P.M. Wells Charter Academy (K-8) is a part of the nationwide family of CSUSA schools. Great achievements have taken place at my school during my tenure. I was an active part of the team who helped transform PMWCA from a "D" school to an award-winning "A" school. I use the latest technology and multi-media to make learning music an engaging experience.

  • Osceloa County School District
    • United States
    • Primary and Secondary Education
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Substitute Teacher
      • Jan 2015 - Jun 2015

      Long-term Substitute Music Teacher Long-term Substitute Music Teacher

  • Elite Music Instruction
    • United States
    • Music
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Piano Instructor
      • Feb 2014 - Nov 2014

      Piano instructor for children and adults of all ages and skill levels. www.elitemusicinstruction.com Piano instructor for children and adults of all ages and skill levels. www.elitemusicinstruction.com

  • South Park Church
    • United States
    • Religious Institutions
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Director of Worship and Creative Arts
      • Sep 2010 - Dec 2012

      South Park Church is located in the northwest suburbs of Chicago and has a weekly attendance of around 1000 people. I directed all aspects of the music, creative arts, and technical ministries. I developed an infrastructure of leaders and volunteers to relaunch and expand a variety of ministry programs including a Communications and First Impressions Ministry. South Park Church is located in the northwest suburbs of Chicago and has a weekly attendance of around 1000 people. I directed all aspects of the music, creative arts, and technical ministries. I developed an infrastructure of leaders and volunteers to relaunch and expand a variety of ministry programs including a Communications and First Impressions Ministry.

  • Christ Fellowship Church
    • United States
    • Religious Institutions
    • 200 - 300 Employee
    • Professional Musician
      • Feb 2010 - Sep 2010

      Keyboardist in the worship band for all campus venues. Keyboardist in the worship band for all campus venues.

  • Community of Hope
    • United States
    • Non-profit Organizations
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Director of Worship and Creative Arts
      • Mar 1997 - Dec 2009

      Community of Hope is a church located in the suburbs of West Palm Beach. Experience was gained here through planting a church from the ground floor by building teams, raising leaders, and coordinating all aspects of the worship, creative arts, and print/visual media ministries. The church grew from 30 to 800 people during the time of my tenure and now has an attendance of around 2000 people with two campuses. Community of Hope is a church located in the suburbs of West Palm Beach. Experience was gained here through planting a church from the ground floor by building teams, raising leaders, and coordinating all aspects of the worship, creative arts, and print/visual media ministries. The church grew from 30 to 800 people during the time of my tenure and now has an attendance of around 2000 people with two campuses.

  • Self-Employed
    • Real Estate
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Piano Instructor
      • 1994 - 1997

      Instructed students of various skill levels and ages in music theory and the art of playing the piano

    • Professional Musician
      • Oct 1993 - May 1994

      Keyboardist and vocalist for local music venues.

  • Busch Gardens
    • United Kingdom
    • Facilities Services
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Professional Musician
      • May 1993 - Sep 1993

      Keyboardist for park shows. Keyboardist for park shows.

Education

  • Ball State University
    Masters of Music, Music
    1994 - 1997
  • Anderson University
    Bachelor of Arts, Music
    1989 - 1993
  • Woodlan High School
    General Studies
    1985 - 1989

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