PYP Elementary School Music Teacher

• Aug 2016 - Present

PYP Elementary Music Teacher K-5

• Aug 2014 - Jun 2016

- Launched the GWA Choral Program with two choirs (Grades 3-5 and KG2-Grade 2) performing on campus and around the city of Abu Dhabi - Made music an active part of the GWA school community in and out of the classroom ◦ Musical performances integrated into every monthly assembly ◦ Musical performances at International Day, The PYP Exhibition, and both the KG2 and Grade 5 Completion Ceremonies ◦ Stand-alone events to integrate music into the GWA school community including The Musical Showcase Concert, The GWA Talent Show, The GWA Christmas Choir and The GWA 'Music Under the Stars' Evening Show less

Student Teacher, Primary School Music

• Jan 2014 - May 2014

• Encouraged the expressive, imaginative and instinctive creative capacities that young children naturally posses • Incorporated the Dalcroze method of music education using "rhythmic gymnastics," to teach concepts of rhythm, structure, and musical expression using movement • Focused on allowing the student to gain physical awareness and experience of music through training that takes place through all of the senses, particularly kinesthetic • Adopted an open, collaborative approach when working with colleagues, seeking out their strengths and needs, and negotiated key leadership opportunities for them to broaden their skills and create an interdisciplinary curriculum Show less

Student Teacher, Choir and Music History

• Jan 2014 - May 2014

• Expanded the choral repertoire for high school students in order to educate them on different vocal techniques and musical genres • Designed the choral program to use as a future curriculum to provide singing opportunities for any and all students involved • Adapted general music curriculum to meet the educational needs of special education students • Educated students on the rich musical heritage of the community by organizing field trips to cultural organizations in and around New York City Show less

Intern, Assistant Choral Director

• Sep 2013 - Feb 2014

• Designed a program for “Peace Seekers II: Children of the World” concert event. • Led sectional rehearsals and conducted vocal ensembles resulting in a deeper appreciation of musical techniques • Adapted repertoire to meet the educational needs and the requests of students involved • Administrated small group lessons to students in the choir to increase musical skills and vocal quality • Designed a program for “Peace Seekers II: Children of the World” concert event. • Led sectional rehearsals and conducted vocal ensembles resulting in a deeper appreciation of musical techniques • Adapted repertoire to meet the educational needs and the requests of students involved • Administrated small group lessons to students in the choir to increase musical skills and vocal quality

Intern, Music Teaching Assistant

• May 2012 - Jun 2012

• Supported teachers, observed, participated in lessons and rehearsals • Led music rehearsals for the school production of Stephen Sondheim's, Into the Woods • Taught and coached individual students in preparation for their final vocal projects and concerts • Aided students in preparing for their IB Year One Music Assessment • Supported teachers, observed, participated in lessons and rehearsals • Led music rehearsals for the school production of Stephen Sondheim's, Into the Woods • Taught and coached individual students in preparation for their final vocal projects and concerts • Aided students in preparing for their IB Year One Music Assessment

Student Teacher, 2nd Grade Music

• Sep 2011 - Dec 2011

• Designed and organized a Holiday Concert for the 2nd grade students • Conducted vocal rehearsals and coached songs for the performance • Chose and rehearsed repertoire based on the choices, requests and musical needs of the students • Designed a curriculum based on grade level standards to teach the fundamentals of successful performance • Designed and organized a Holiday Concert for the 2nd grade students • Conducted vocal rehearsals and coached songs for the performance • Chose and rehearsed repertoire based on the choices, requests and musical needs of the students • Designed a curriculum based on grade level standards to teach the fundamentals of successful performance

Intern, Music Therapy

• Dec 2010 - Jan 2011

• Taught children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Down Syndrome to engage in the use of musical instruments and vocalizations • Taught students to put together their own musical compositions based on the instruments they used • Encouraged special needs students to engage in creating music to use as an outlet for expression and communication • Adapted the general music curriculum to meet educational needs of special needs students • Taught children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Down Syndrome to engage in the use of musical instruments and vocalizations • Taught students to put together their own musical compositions based on the instruments they used • Encouraged special needs students to engage in creating music to use as an outlet for expression and communication • Adapted the general music curriculum to meet educational needs of special needs students