Tonya Chappel
Jonesboro
Summary
Dynamic music educator with a proven track record at West Memphis School District, adept at cross-curricular integration and choral conducting. Successfully enhanced student engagement through innovative lesson plans and multicultural music exposure. Strong communicator and decision-maker, leading initiatives that improved academic performance and fostered a collaborative learning environment. Skilled at computer programs, public speaking and working with others.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten-Sixth Grade Music Teacher
West Memphis School District
08.1998 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans that catered to diverse learning styles and musical abilities.
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate music education across various subjects, enhancing interdisciplinary learning.
- Organized field trips to local concerts, providing students with exposure to live musical performances.
- Utilized technology to enhance music instruction, incorporating digital tools for composition and learning.
- Created opportunities for student-led performances, promoting leadership and teamwork among peers.
- Introduced multicultural music to broaden students' understanding of global music traditions.
- Conducted an audition only choir.
- Served on the Leadership Team helping to lead the school and set goals for each grade level.
- Served on the Interview Committee helping to hire new teachers.
- Take care of the music budget ordering supplies for the classroom.
- In charge of ordering supplies for the good behavior store and setting it up each month.
- Leader of the School Improvement Plan. Write up reports on how our school will improve on state testing and raise grades in all areas of Math, Reading and Writing as well as Health and Wellness and transmitted them electronically.
Education
Bachelor's of Music Education - Vocal Music
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR06-1997
Skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Choral conducting
- Cross-curricular integration
- Reporting
- Choral performances
- Public speaking
- Presentation skills
- Microsoft office
- Decision-making
- Desktop publishing software
- Document management
- Editing software
Timeline
Kindergarten-Sixth Grade Music Teacher
West Memphis School District
08.1998 - Current
Bachelor's of Music Education - Vocal Music
Arkansas State University