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Bethany Speir

1826 E Niles Ave.

Summary

Enthusiastic and experienced music teacher with a proven track record of engaging and inspiring students. Skilled in developing lesson plans, utilizing diverse teaching methods, and leading successful choir performances. Expertise in vocal technique, music theory, and classroom management. Intentional about fostering strong relationships with students and parents. Passionate about developing skilled singers and well-rounded musicians.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Music Teacher

Clovis Unified School District
Clovis
01.2006 - Current
  • 19 years at Liberty Elementary & Valley Oak Elementary, 7 years at Pinedale Elementary, and 1 year experience at Nelson Elementary.
  • Taught General Music for grades 1-4.
  • Started a 4th grade choir program and served on a team to develop a comprehensive curriculum for 4th grade.
  • Taught Choir for grades 4-6.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively with groups of 100+ students.
  • Selected appropriate pieces of music, of varying genres, for student performances.
  • Directed school performances for grades 1–6.
  • Directed festival performances for grades 5-6 choirs, consistently earning Superior and Command Performance ratings.
  • Coordinated with local retirement homes for students to perform and interact with residents.
  • Planned and coordinated field trips for performance opportunities as well as team building and celebration.
  • Purchased sheet music, instruments, lesson materials, and manipulatives to enhance learning and support diverse learners.
  • Purchased, organized, and distributed choir uniforms.
  • Developed strong working relationships with students and parents.
  • Communicated with parents regularly via email, phone, Parent Square, and a monthly music newsletter.
  • Mentored new music teachers, sharing best practices and strategies for effective teaching.

Youth Choir Director

Bach Children's Choir
Fresno
01.2017 - 07.2019
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans that included instruction in vocal technique, pitch, harmony, rhythm, movement, game songs, and more.
  • Selected and rehearsed a variety of music for performances.
  • Co-directed performances for the community.
  • Collaborated with the other choir directors in the organization.
  • Provided feedback and training for a new choir director.
  • Effectively managed large groups of singers using a variety of engagement strategies.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Music Education

Evangel University
Springfield, MO
05-2004

Skills

  • vocalist - opera, theater, choirs, soloist
  • advanced pianist
  • absolute pitch - able to identify or produce pitches without a reference
  • sight reading
  • classroom management
  • calm and level-headed

Websites

  • https://sites.google.com/clovisusd.k12.ca.us/liberty-music-program/home
  • https://sites.google.com/clovisusd.k12.ca.us/vomusic/home

Timeline

Youth Choir Director

Bach Children's Choir
01.2017 - 07.2019

Music Teacher

Clovis Unified School District
01.2006 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Music Education

Evangel University

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