Skills
Curriculum development
Lesson planning and pacing
Technology integration in the classroom
Creating digital learning materials
Training and supporting staff with new software
Classroom management
Interdisciplinary project design
Student engagement and relationship-building
High-quality instruction (excellent OTES evaluations)
Committee and collaborative teamwork
Designing and leading school events and performances
Public speaking and presentation skills
Community partnership building
Outreach and program coordination
Reflective, introspective practice
Empathy and active listening
Professional written communication
Scheduling and coordination
Project planning and execution
Data organization and tracking
Strong technology adaptability
Workshop and staff training material development
Pet sitting and pet care (Rover)
Experience with rescue pets
Shelter volunteer work
Implementing a therapy dog program
Building trust with animals and owners
Reliability and professionalism
Creativity and innovation
Compassion and patience
Problem-solving
Adaptability in fast-changing environments
Strong work ethic
DASL (Data Analysis for Student Learning)
ProgressBook
Outlook
Office 365
Public School Works
Google Classroom
Google Docs
Google Slides
Google Sheets
Google Forms
Microsoft Word
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Excel
SMART Notebook or Promethean interactive whiteboard software
Noteflight, MuseScore, or similar notation programs
Chrome Music Lab
GarageBand or other music creation apps
Canva
Kahoot
Flip (formerly Flipgrid)
Screencastify or Loom
YouTube Studio or basic video editing tools
ClassDojo, Remind, or similar school communication tools
About
For the last 13 years I have been a dedicated educator with a Bachelor of Arts in Music Education from the University of Dayton. My learning at UD provided me a strong foundation in creativity, communication, and student-centered instruction. Throughout my career as an elementary music teacher, I have built meaningful community partnerships, contributed to curriculum development, and consistently earned excellent teaching evaluations. I pride myself on strengths such as being reflective, growth-oriented, and skilled at integrating technology into learning environments—both by creating instructional materials and helping colleagues adopt new tools. Beyond education, I bring hands-on experience in animal care through Rover, shelter volunteer work, and leading a successful therapy dog program at your school. I believe that my strengths in curriculum design, relationship-building, environmental and community engagement, and animal care make you adaptable across roles that blend communication, organization, and human-centered support.
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