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Kelly Sipes
Altoona
Summary
Enthusiastic Vocal Music Teacher devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.
Overview
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Altoona Area School District
High School Teacher
07.2009 - Current
Job overview
- Fostered positive and pleasant classroom culture while maintaining learning development goals.
- Evaluated students' academic and social growth, kept appropriate records and prepared progress reports to gauge performance.
- Planned and supervised district and region-level events for 200 students.
- Explored and implemented innovative use of technology.
- Worked collaboratively with other professionals to implement enrichment opportunities for learners.
- Created curriculum with clear objectives, scope, and sequence reflecting state and national standards.
- Developed communicative relationships with students and parents to support learning.
- Trained student teachers in learning design and effective instructional delivery.
Broadway Bound Kids
Assistant Music Director
06.2010 - 09.2015
Job overview
- Mentored young musicians (ages 5-18) through individual coaching sessions, fostering growth in technical ability and confidence levels.
- Accompanied the ensemble in a variety of venues
Self-Employed
Piano Studio Owner and Teacher
06.2002 - 07.2009
Job overview
- Developed lesson plans to accommodate needs of individual learners.
- Maintained accurate financial records.
- Advised parents of student progress by communicating student's achievements and developing methods for improvement.
- Prepared over 20 piano students for showcase performances
Springboro Community City School
Elementary Vocal Music Teacher
08.2001 - 06.2002
Job overview
- Assisted with school-wide events such as musicals or community showcases by offering vocal expertise and support during rehearsals and performances.
- Co-taught a 450-member elementary chorus
- Developed daily lesson plans to generate interest in vocals, movements and use of classroom instruments.
- Adapted instruction to meet individual student needs to differentiate instruction to meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
City Day Community School
Elementary School Teacher
08.2000 - 08.2001
Job overview
- Created and presented lessons to engage students and focus on core subjects necessary for personal and academic growth.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Developed problem-solving and critical-thinking skills by presenting challenges to boost self-esteem and performance.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers and administrative staff.
Education
Lycoming CollegeWilliamsport, PA
Bachelor of Arts from Music Education; Elementary Education
Skills
- Strong ability to tailor lessons to meet diverse learning styles and abilities
- Proficient in teaching foundational music theory concepts in an engaging manner to enhance learning
- Ability to create engaging, age-appropriate lesson plans that align with curriculum standards
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills for engaging with students, parents, and staff
- Skilled in both piano and voice
- Experienced in management of large groups of students
- Highly experienced in organizing events and collaborating with colleagues
Affiliations
- PMEA
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Timeline
Assistant Music Director
Broadway Bound Kids
06.2010 - 09.2015
High School Teacher
Altoona Area School District
07.2009 - Current
Piano Studio Owner and Teacher
Self-Employed
06.2002 - 07.2009
Elementary Vocal Music Teacher
Springboro Community City School
08.2001 - 06.2002
Elementary School Teacher
City Day Community School
08.2000 - 08.2001
Lycoming College
Bachelor of Arts from Music Education; Elementary Education
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