Margaret Furey
St. John's,NL
Summary
Managing detailed schedules and adaptable teaching methods, I've significantly enhanced children's proficiency in music at Halliday Music Studio and fostered an inclusive environment at Shallaway Youth Choir. My strong communication skills and ability to motivate students have been pivotal in organizing performances and leading successful fundraising events.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Music Teacher
Halliday Music Studio
St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador
09.2024 - Current
- Enhanced young children's proficiency in Piano and Voice.
- Communicate consistently and professionally with families and employer.
- Organize and create schedules
- Help prepare young musicians for festivals such as Kiwanis
Student Volunteer
The Gathering Place
St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador
12.2021 - Current
- Helped to start initiatives such as the 'overnight snack bags' to ensure a more meaningful stay for the guests.
- Take some work off of the full time staff to ensure a more efficient workspace
- Inventory of personal protective equipment and essential gear during the pandemic
Music Is Medicine Fundraiser
Local Charities
St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador
03.2021 - Current
- Yearly participation as a performer in this variety show fundraiser
- Promoting the connections between music and medicine while raising funds for local charities
Student Volunteer
Team Broken Earth
St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador
03.2020 - Current
- Set up and take down for fundraising events.
- Create detailed schedules for delivery events (Fish and Chips fundraiser)
- Contact donors for fundraising purposes
Chorister/Student Mentor
Shallaway Youth Choir
St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador
09.2016 - Current
- Build genuine and significant relationships with neurodivergent individuals.
- Fostered inclusive environment ensuring neurodiversity support in 2022's full-length production, Sidewalk Dandelion.
Barista
Delta Hotels (Starbucks)
St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador
06.2023 - 09.2024
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, including cleaning coffee machines, countertops, and seating areas.
- Had positive interactions with a diverse group of local patrons and tourists
Student Council Executive
Holy Heart of Mary High School
St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador
05.2023 - 06.2024
- Rewrote the Student Council Constitution to ensure a better functioning council in future years
- Organized events to make the school a more engaging environment
Education
High School Diploma -
Holy Heart of Mary High School
St. John's, NL06-2024
Bachelor of Music -
Memorial University of Newfoundland
St John's, NLSkills
- Communication
- Detailed scheduling
- Student motivation
- Community performances
- Adaptable teaching methods
Languages
French
Professional
Timeline
Private Music Teacher
Halliday Music Studio
09.2024 - Current
Barista
Delta Hotels (Starbucks)
06.2023 - 09.2024
Student Council Executive
Holy Heart of Mary High School
05.2023 - 06.2024
Student Volunteer
The Gathering Place
12.2021 - Current
Music Is Medicine Fundraiser
Local Charities
03.2021 - Current
Student Volunteer
Team Broken Earth
03.2020 - Current
Chorister/Student Mentor
Shallaway Youth Choir
09.2016 - Current
High School Diploma -
Holy Heart of Mary High School
Bachelor of Music -
Memorial University of Newfoundland
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