About
Hi! My name is Melanie and I live in a suburb of Houston, Rosenberg!
I love to sing, play instruments, and hang out with my family! I have two kids, two dogs and my hubby!!
One reason I love tutoring ... is the profound impact I can make on students' lives. Being able to witness their growth, support their progress, and create a positive learning environment is incredibly rewarding.
In my music tutoring, I focus on tailoring the teaching to each student's needs, fostering a positive environment, developing comprehensive skills, connecting theory to practice, setting clear goals, and inspiring a lifelong love for music.
What sets me apart is my resilience in the face of challenges and my unwavering determination to maintain a positive mindset and spread encouragement to others. Regardless of the obstacles I've encountered in life, I have never surrendered my fighting spirit. Instead, I continue to wear a smile on my face and actively uplift and motivate people around me every day.read more
Experience
Private Voice teacher
CBKEF Music Studios
Jan 2022 - present
• Offered personalized music instruction to individual students in Voice.
• Created customized lesso... n plans based on students' skill level, interests, and goals.
• Provided guidance and feedback to students to improve their technical skills, musicality, and overall performance.
• Implemented effective teaching strategies to engage students and help them achieve their learning objectives.
• Maintained regular communication with parents to provide progress updates and address any concerns.read more
Elementary music teacher
Lamar CISD
Aug 2022 - Feb 2023
• Designed and implemented comprehensive vocal training programs for students of all ages and skill ... levels, from beginner to advanced, tailoring lessons to meet individual needs and goals.
• Provided vocal technique instruction, including breath control, pitch accuracy, tone quality, diction, and stage presence, using a variety of vocal exercises, warm-ups, and repertoire.
• Coached students in performance skills, including interpretation, expression, and stage etiquette, preparing them for auditions, competitions, and recitals.
• Assessed and monitored students' progress through regular evaluations, providing feedback and guidance to improve their vocal skills and musicianship.
• Maintained accurate records of student attendance, progress, and repertoire, ensuring proper documentation and communication with students and parents.
• Collaborated with fellow music teachers, accompanists, and other professionals to create interdisciplinary projects and performances, enhancing students' musical experiences.
• Stayed updated with current trends, methods, and repertoire in vocal pedagogy through continuous professional development, workshops, and conferences.
• Complete all administrative tasks for the program
• Serve as full-time teacher to all students.
• Plan and coordinate programs for all students
• Develop curriculum related to the program.
• Maintain communication with parents about events and student behavior
• Maintain communication with administrators about student progress and program updatesread more
Choir Coordinator
Lamar CISD
Aug 2018 - May 2022
• Plan all middle school/ junior high choir events
• Communicate pertinent information to choir dire... ctors • Lead technology trainings of new music technology • Teach new district technology to choir directorsread more
Head Choir Director
Lamar CISD
Aug 2015 - May 2022
• Designed and implemented comprehensive vocal training programs for students of all ages and skill ... levels, from beginner to advanced, tailoring lessons to meet individual needs and goals.
• Provided vocal technique instruction, including breath control, pitch accuracy, tone quality, diction, and stage presence, using a variety of vocal exercises, warm-ups, and repertoire.
• Coached students in performance skills, including interpretation, expression, and stage etiquette, preparing them for auditions, competitions, and recitals.
• Assessed and monitored students' progress through regular evaluations, providing feedback and guidance to improve their vocal skills and musicianship.
• Maintained accurate records of student attendance, progress, and repertoire, ensuring proper documentation and communication with students and parents.
• Collaborated with fellow music teachers, accompanists, and other professionals to create interdisciplinary projects and performances, enhancing students' musical experiences.
• Stayed updated with current trends, methods, and repertoire in vocal pedagogy through continuous professional development, workshops, and conferences.
• Complete all administrative tasks for the program
• Serve as full-time teacher to all choirs at the junior high and Middle School
• Recruit students into the choir program
• Plan and coordinate events including concerts and field trips for the program.
• Develop curriculum related to the program.
• Manage a budget and activity account
• Conduct fundraisers for the choir program
• Maintain communication with parents about events and student behavior
• Maintain communication with administrators about student progress, choir events and program updates.read more
