Professional Perspectives

• Philosophy of Music Education 
• Multiculturalism in K-12 Education
• Philosophy of Education ED 300 paper

​Evidence of ability to plan and assess

• Beginning Ukulele Curriculum 
• Woodwind Tech lesson plan 
• Impact on Student Learning Project: Student Teaching Block 3 
• Impact on Student Learning Project: Student Teaching Block 4

Evidence of ability to modify plans to improve student learning

• JMU Club Orchestra​ From this experience I had to adapt my plans to meet the needs of the students during each rehearsal 

Examples of student work/learning

• High School Orchestra Practicum 
• Middle School Orchestra Practicum Fall 2018​
• Student Teaching Block 4: Distance Learning Instructional Videos

Evidence of ability to develop a positive climate and manage behavior

• Student Teaching Block 3: Video Recording Reflections These videos include examples of how I implemented classroom management during my high school placement. 

Evidence of ability to meet needs of diverse learners

• "A Pedagogical Approach to Students with Special Needs" 
• Adaptive Instrument Project ​

Technology projects and other evidence of ability to employ technology

• MUS 150 project 
• Orchestral Arrangement Project 
• Student Teaching Block 4: Composition Project
• Music Technology Project: Student Teaching Block 3 

Evidence of reflection/growth

• Middle school observation Reflection from this practicum I was able to observe management techniques  
• Student Teaching Block 3: Video Recording Reflections I was able to learn more about my teaching style from reflecting on the recorded classes. 

Evidence of ability to work with others: colleagues, parents, community

• Making Music at Massanutten Regional Library  
• Civic Engagement Through Music 

​​Evidence of commitment to professional growth

• VMEA conference 2018 I was able to participate and present research at the Virginia Music Educators Association conference and learn more about the schools and educator community in Virginia. 
• ASTA 2018 Conference Poster Presentation  I attended the ASTA conference and was able to present research that I collaborated with my professor and classmates in. 

Appendices

• School of Music Undergraduate Handbook​