Kameron T. Crutcher

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Mableton, GA 30126

Phone: 678-***-****

E-mail: ado1f6@r.postjobfree.com

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Objectives

K-12 Music Education Position

Education

Bachelors of Music in Music Education

Valdosta State University (May 2013)

Professional Experience

Lindley Sixth Grade Academy Chorus and Orchestra Director (July 2013- Present)

(Mableton, Ga)

Managed all aspects of the chorus and orchestra, including curriculum creation, budgeting, purchases, rehearsals, collaborations, planning, library management, professional development, and performances

Revamped the choral and orchestral program

Implemented a innovative music curriculum conducive to the socioeconomic needs of the students

Launched the first fundraiser for the music department while influencing a school-wide fundraiser

Initiated firm classroom management

Prepared daily lesson plans that included Georgia and National Performance Standards

Conducted multiple large group and small group performances

Administered rehearsals before and after school to students in need of extra practice time

Integrated technology utilizing the Cobb County website and other internet sources

Invited musicians and other professionals to perform and assist classes for new learning opportunities

Strategically chose music that expanded students musical ability and diversity

Collaborated with colleagues from other institutes (k-12 and secondary education) for professional development, effective music classroom ideas, next level expectations, and performance

Recommended and mentored students for music honors programs and performing arts institutes

Hosted and coordinated all events

Worked closely with administration to strengthen the life of the chorus and orchestra

Private Music Instructor (2010-present)

Facilitate voice, piano, and string lessons to k-12 and college level students of various musical abilities

Student Teaching (January – May 2013)

Lowndes High School, Lowndes County School District

Assisted mentor teacher with grades 9-12 Intermediate and Advanced Choirs

Implemented new learning strategies

Daily lesson plan development for all classes

Conducted group and private lessons

Integrated technology and coordinated games and other activities to aid in teaching music

Created a professional portfolio

Valdosta Early College Academy (VECA) (September- December 2012)

Worked with colleagues to strategize ways to teach a song to 6th grade students

Organized and implemented a plan for success for colleagues

Conducted and rehearsed the students using various warm-ups and musical teaching techniques

Implemented creative activities into lesson plans

Co-Conducted the final concert

Performance Experience and Leadership

First Congregational Church of Atlanta UCC Chancel Choir (August 2013-present)

Atlanta Jazz Chorus (October 2014-present)

Assistant Maestro and Member

Chamber Singers and Concert Choir President (August 2011- 2013)

Valdosta State University Music Department

Assisted with tour planning, repertoire selection, and fundraising

Conducted Concert Choir for evaluation and conducting experience

Assisted in symphony and tour rehearsals

Managed all vocal sections

Public Relations coordinator

Lab Choir Ensemble (January 2012-December 2012)

Valdosta State University Music Department

Prepared music and taught the piece to college level students

Prepared in depth lesson plans

Rehearsed students aiming for them to learn the entire song in 50 minutes

Video recorded for evaluation

Professional and Volunteer Activities

Georgia Music Educators Association (Aug, 2013- present)

Adjudicator for Georgia Music Honor Program, All-State, and various county music programs in Metro Atlanta (2013-present)

First Congregational Church Young Adult Music Ministry Director (2014-present)

American Choir Directors Association President (Valdosta State University)(2011-2013)

Collegiate Women of VSU( November 2012-Present)

Valdosta State University High School Choral Day Assistant (2009-2013)

First Christian Church Choir Librarian (January 2010-May 2013)

Honors and Awards

Distinguished Concerts International New York- Songs of Hope Inspiration & Hope-Music for Treble Voices Participating Ensemble (June 27, 2016)

Teacher of the Month (November 2015)

Grammy Music Educator Award Recipient (2015)

Valdosta State University Music Alliance Scholarship (2009-2013)

Hope Scholarship Recipient (2009-2013)

Berkshire Choir Festival Scholarship Participant (July 2011)

The National Society of Leadership and Success ( February2012-May 2013)

Skills, Strengths, and Interests

Creating Quality Music Programs

Cultural Diversity in the Arts

Arts Empowerment

Program Efficiency

Creative Lesson Plan Development

Professionalism

Musicianship Skills

Student Motivation

Music and Personal Mentoring Programs

Music Theory

Aural Skills

Special Education

Music History Advocate

Whole Group Learning

Technology Integration

Performance Evaluation

Intrapersonal Skills

Business Oriented

Communication and Networking abilities

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