Amanda Parker
7991 County Road D, Platteville, WI 53818 (608) 391-1672 amandaparkermusic@gmail.com amandaparkermusic.weebly.com EDUCATION University of Wisconsin-Platteville
Major: Music Education Emphasis: General and Vocal GPA:
2009-2014
TEACHING EXPERIENCE Student Teaching
Quarter 3: Unknown Cooperating Teacher: Quarter 4: Platteville Elementary School Cooperating Teacher: Mrs. Luanne Rogers
Spring 2014
Pre-Student Teaching
Cuba City Elementary School Mrs. Kelly Nash
Fall 2013
Platteville Childrens Choir
Intern Director: Mrs. Luanne Rogers
2011-2013
Platteville Middle School
Tutor
2012
CLASS-RELATED EXPERIENCE Choral Methods I and II
Developed lesson plans for high school and collegiate choirs following specific guidelines and curricula Delivered lesson plans in front of live ensemble Recorded and reflected on the outcome of lesson plans Adjusted subsequent lesson plans according to reflections and feedback from both peers and instructors
2012-2013
Elementary Music Methods
Researched case studies of other music classroom experiences Learned how to successfully and professionally approach administration, coworkers, and the community Developed curricula for an elementary music classroom Developed, delivered, and reflected upon a 15-minute lesson to 3- and 4-year-old children Gave constructive criticism to peers to motivate improvement Learned the basics of Kodaly and Orff teaching
2012
Vocal Pedagogy
Learned the parts of the body relating to vocal production Learned how to keep the vocal folds healthy Learned how to motivate and train others in proper vocal production Delivered voice lessons to a High School boy and a Middle School girl Learned new teaching techniques relating to vocal production Improved my knowledge of the Alexander Technique
2012
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE University of Wisconsin-Platteville Information Center
Markee Manager Assisted patrons with technology and room reservations Supervised coworkers Maintained cleanliness and safety of building Communicated with supervisors Followed protocol for emergency procedures - Kept an organized log of events during my shift
2011-2014
Sugar Creek Bible Camp
Staff Member Seasonal Organized schedules and lesson plans for a five day Vacation Bible School On-Site public relations for the Camp Supervised coworkers Transported staff and campers in a safe, responsible manner Improved and implemented proper classroom management techniques Communicated effectively with supervisors Responsible for the care of up to sixty-five children with the assistance of counselors - Maintained a flexible, interactive classroom and schedule
2009-2013
ADDITIONAL SKILLS
First Aid/CPR certified through Red Cross (certificates upon request) Student director for The Wizard of Oz Assisted with cheerleading coaching Taught Sunday School Took Dance for Musical Theatre class Proficient in Piano and Ukulele
REFERENCES Dr. Robert Demaree
(608) 342-1446 demaree@uwplatt.edu
Don Shunkweiler
(608) 734-3113 camp@sgrcreek.org
Kelly Aldworth
(608) 342-6038 aldwortk@uwplatt.edu *Additional References upon request*
Luanne Rogers
(608) 732-7075 ranlurogers@gmail.com
