Clerical Candidate with Arts & Education Experience
Resume:
Rebecca Scattergood
Professional Summary
Professional musician, photographer and educator with extensive experience as a vocalist, pianist, conductor, teacher and director. Self-motivated with extreme dedication and proven ability to work independently and collaboratively. Personable and capable of maintaining excellent communication and building productive relationships with professionals and as a mentor. Possess a strong desire to cultivate loving, empathetic, positive, safe and accepting work environments. Work History
Sharon Playhouse - Music Director and Teacher, Pianist Sharon, CT
7/2022 - Present
● Teach appreciation of arts by instructing on concepts and leading students in hands-on activities
● Develop strong working relationships with teachers, parents and students to propel school and departmental vision and goals
● Instruct private voice and piano to multiple children and adults
● Coordinate with departmental employees to maintain continuity of music lesson objectives, planning and execution
● Plan and execute targeted lesson plans to instruct on music theory, music history and performance etiquette
● Maintain a positive, empathetic and flexible demeanor consistently
● Advance the school’s creative and academic reputation in accordance with established values and visions
Founders Congregational Church - Music Director, Pianist 7/2022 - 12/2024
● Selected and performed appropriate music for Sunday services and extra church services as needed.
● Worked with the pastor to create a positive, welcoming environment.
● Practiced many hours per week to maintain and improve technical skills.
● Performed at events, including special functions, rehearsals and recordings.
Warner Theater - Music Teacher and Director, Pianist / House Manager Torrington, CT
01/2012 - 06/2020
● Advanced school's creative and academic reputation in accordance with established values and vision
● Taught appreciation of arts by instructing on concepts and leading students in hands-on activities
**********@*****.***
474 Route 7
West Cornwall, CT 06796
Education
12/1996
Shenandoah University
Winchester, VA
Bachelor of Arts: Music Education
Skills
● Excellent interpersonal and
communication skills, outgoing and
friendly
● Problem solver
● Flexible and motivated
● Attention to detail
● Open to learning new things
● Developed strong working relationships with teachers, parents and students to propel school and departmental vision and goals
● Instructed private voice and piano to multiple children and adults
● Coordinated with departmental employees to maintain continuity of music lesson objectives, planning and execution
● Planned and executed targeted lesson plans to instruct on music theory, music history and performance etiquette
● Cared for equipment and rental items to keep supplies in good working order
● Music director for over 20 productions
● Maintained fluid operations as house manager including training volunteers, managing positive guest experiences, assisting employees and performers as needed. Opened and closed the theatre and oversaw operations.
Myself - Musician
West Cornwall, CT
04/2010 - Current
● Maintain private studio of multiple voice and piano students for over 15 years
● Practice many hours per week to maintain and improve technical skills.
● Study scores at length to learn music in detail and develop suitable interpretations
● Perform at an average of 8 events per month, including special functions, rehearsals, concerts and theatrical productions
● Promote musical career by maintaining website or social media presence
● Interpret and modify music to personalize performances
● Promote events and performances by participating in media interviews
● Coach soloists and ensembles for specific parts
● Accompany vocalists or instrumental soloists
● Performed in over 20 musical theater productions at various venues Myself - Photographer
West Cornwall, CT
01/2005 - Current
● Photograph high-quality images for both print and internet distribution
● Plan and prepare for all on-location and studio shoots
● Inspect proofs to ensure quality of prints, adjusting and retouching as necessary
● Select and set up appropriate props, backdrops and lighting
● Edit, tone, caption and upload photographs for news publications
● Perform advanced computer processing of images for assignments
● Track inventory of all photo lab products and equipment
● Apply digital styling techniques to enhance photos
● Promote photography career by maintaining website and social media presence
Theatre Guild of Simsbury - Music Director, Shrek the Musical Simsbury, CT
8/2022 - 11/2022
● Taught musical numbers to the cast of over 50 members.
● Worked with individual actors on vocal parts, teaching notes and harmonies.
● Practiced many hours per week to maintain and improve technical skills.
● Assembled, rehearsed and conducted a 10 piece orchestra to accompany the cast during performances.
Chorus Angelicus - Joyful Noise - Piano Accompanist Torrington, CT
10/2019 - 8/2022
● Studied scores at length to learn music in detail and develop suitable interpretations.
● Interpreted and modified music to personalize performances.
● Practiced many hours per week to maintain and improve technical skills.
● Performed at events, including special functions, concerts, rehearsals and recordings.
Northwestern Regional High School - Registrar
Winsted, United States
05/2017 - 03/2020
● Verified paperwork accuracy and checked for completion prior to processing
● Greeted every guest with personable approach and provided knowledgeable service
● Registered individuals for enrollment, moving multiple applications through processing
● Updated computer system with latest information to keep records current and accurate
● Responded to requests for information from various individuals by providing educational documents
● Organized, reviewed and filed paperwork for secure recordkeeping
● Processed registrations with attention to compliance with operational policies and standards
Daniel Hand High School - Music Teacher
Madison, CT
08/1996 - 06/2000
● Coordinated concerts, competitions, special events and music exams for hundreds of students
● Guided and oversaw Music department in accomplishing outstanding educational benchmarks through superb curriculum planning, instruction, composition and performance
● Advanced school's creative and academic reputation in accordance with established values and vision through promotion
● Developed strong working relationships with teachers, parents and students to propel school and departmental vision and goals
● Evaluated class progress and adjusted strategies to maintain growth and learning
● Coordinated with departmental employees to maintain continuity of music lesson objectives, planning and execution
● Updated documentation for school and student records
● Planned and executed targeted lesson plans to instruct on music theory, music history and performance etiquette
● Guided and instructed many music students in music theory and instrument playing
● Consulted with parents and guardians to convene on student performance, conduct and educational prioritization
● Attended training and community events to broaden expertise and help students
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