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Private Vocal and Piano Teacher
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Anita DuMars

Anita DuMars

Music Teacher
Martinez,GA

Summary

Creative Elementary Music Teacher accomplished in designing and implementing diverse music lessons for students aged 4 to 12. Certified PK-12.

Dedicated and passionate professional with expertise in directing and choreographing musicals, performances and talent shows. In-depth knowledge of instructional theories and practices and voice and other instruments.

Seasoned Music Educator with 15 years of experience teaching students various music instruments, including guitar, voice,and piano. Innovative and open-minded individual with thirst for adventure and challenges.

Proficient in monitoring student performance and achievement, devising unique lesson plans for each grade level and overseeing rehearsals. Certified in Kindermusik.

Talented Drama and Music Teacher knowledgeable about performances, classroom instruction and multimedia strategies. Adept at exciting students about dramatic and literary arts and musical performance techniques. Excels in organization of musical and dramatic performances for student productions. Music Teacher specializing in community and parent outreach through special events performances. Passionate about exposing kids to diverse musical styles and expressions.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Elementary Music Teacher

Parkway Elementary School
Grovetown, GA
08.2018 - Current
  • Organized musical equipment thoughtfully to develop classroom routines, managing materials efficiently with minimal lost activity time.
  • Taught curriculum enhanced lesson plans to educate 700 students about fundamentals and history of music.
  • Taught students to identify different instruments from instrument's sound and shape.
  • Instructed individuals and groups in vocal and dance movements to foster music appreciation and comprehension.
  • Prepared students for live vocal and instrumental performances by creating stage sets, props and costumes.
  • Led instrumental students in playing simple ensemble songs.
  • Developed daily lesson plans to generate interest in vocals, movements and use of classroom instruments.
  • Coached students to play various songs and jingles on piano, guitar, violin and bongo.
  • Organized and collected money and forms for mass group field trips and programs.
  • Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions and chords.
  • Mentored struggling students with individualized approach to enhance learning.
  • Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
  • Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.
  • Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
  • Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
  • Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
  • Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
  • Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities.
  • Kept classroom clean, organized and safe for students and visitors.
  • Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
  • Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
  • Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings and meet learning needs.

Choral Director/ General Music

Columbia Middle School
Grovetown , GA
08.2015 - 05.2018
  • Chose pieces of music to set choir up for success and challenge abilities.
  • Planned and directed choir rehearsals to increase music literacy and appreciation.
  • Developed music budget to supervise purchase, use and maintenance of music materials and supplies.
  • Prepared and administered budgets to maintain operations within acceptable limits.
  • Lead planning, rehearsal schedule and execution of Large Group Performance events.
  • Performed administrative tasks by developing budgets, designing and printing programs and applying for grants.
  • Coordinated with other performing arts professionals to organize festivals.
  • Transcribed melodic lines and musical compositions to create particular musical style.
  • Conducted auditions to choose performers for musical presentations.
  • Composed and arranged music for classes, choirs and performance groups.
  • Directed group at live and recorded performances and rehearsals to guide rhythm, tempo and harmonic balances.
  • Positioned members within groups to obtain balance among vocal or instrumental sections.
  • Demonstrated singing techniques, teaching applicable music theory and explaining significance of pieces.
  • Conducted rehearsals to keep performers prepared for performances.
  • Organized and led recruiting initiatives to maximize program outreach.
  • Provided oversight and administration for vocal music programs.
  • Coordinated, planned and led practices for musical components of church services.
  • Submitted, managed and complied with established budgets.
  • Maintained calendars of events and assisted in event planning.
  • Educated students on proper vocal techniques and vocal warm-ups.
  • Composed and led performances for both vocal and instrumental music.
  • Worked with both adults and children and shaped approaches to align with student experience level and musical knowledge.
  • Arranged music, solos and instrumental accompaniment for special performances.

Elementary Music Teacher

Evans Elementary School
Martinez, GA
08.2012 - 08.2015
  • Taught music appreciation, history and fundamentals to vocalists and musicians of varying skill levels.
  • Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions and chords.
  • Advised parents of student progress by communicating student's achievements and developing methods for improvement.
  • Instructed students on vocal performance, harmonizing, performing scales and proper posturing.
  • Maintained student records and evaluated each pupil's musical growth, performance and musical understanding, using Quavers Music Curriculum
  • Developed daily lesson plans to generate interest in vocals, movements and use of classroom instruments.
  • Taught students to identify different instruments from instrument's sound and shape.
  • Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings and meet learning needs.
  • Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.
  • Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
  • Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
  • Directed elementary choirs and groups in large group performances, receiving Superior Ratings.
  • Taught curriculum enhanced lesson plans to educate 700 students about fundamentals and history of music.
  • Instructed individuals and groups in vocal and dance movements to foster music appreciation and comprehension.
  • Led instrumental students in playing simple ensemble songs.
  • Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
  • Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
  • Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities.
  • Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
  • Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
  • Kept classroom clean, organized and safe for students and visitors.
  • Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.

Musical Director

Harlem High School
Harlem, GA
08.2012 - 05.2015
  • Determined voices, instruments, harmonic structures, rhythms, tempos and tone balances required to achieve effects desired in each musical composition.
  • Attended regular practices and private lessons to hone skills.
  • Directed groups at rehearsals and live or recorded performances to achieve desired effects such as tonal and harmonic balance dynamics, rhythm and tempo.
  • Positioned members within groups to obtain balance among instrumental or vocal sections.
  • Consulted with directors and producers to determine placement of musical cues and coordinate artistic vision.
  • Auditioned and selected performers for musical presentations.
  • Used gestures to shape music being played, communicating desired tempo, volume and other performance aspects.
  • Collaborated with performers and producers to determine and achieve desired sound for production.
  • Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Music Education

Augusta State University
Augusta, GA
05.2011 - 05.2011

Skills

Individual and group instruction

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Accomplishments

  • Put on special musical performances for students and parents.
  • Oversaw 6-7 special performances each year.
  • Taught 7000+ students over 15 years.
  • Increased student participation in the arts by engaging everyone in the process.
  • Achieved cross-curricular connections through effectively collaborating with grade level teachers.
  • Achieved Superior Ratings in Large Group Evaluations.
  • Certified in Kindermusik
  • Play Piano and Sing fo New Life Worship
  • Scholarship Recipient for Music Education and Performance

Affiliations

Georgia Music Educators Association

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Certification

Kindermusik-Current

Private Vocal and Piano Teacher

Experience in teaching private vocal and piano lessons to elementary age students.

Timeline

Elementary Music Teacher

Parkway Elementary School
08.2018 - Current

Choral Director/ General Music

Columbia Middle School
08.2015 - 05.2018

Elementary Music Teacher

Evans Elementary School
08.2012 - 08.2015

Musical Director

Harlem High School
08.2012 - 05.2015

Bachelor of Arts - Music Education

Augusta State University
05.2011 - 05.2011

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