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MICHELLE  DU PREEZ

MICHELLE DU PREEZ

Music Educator
Windhoek

Summary

  • Music Teacher specializing in community and parent outreach through special events performances.
  • Passionate about exposing kids to diverse musical styles and expressions.
  • Enthusiastic Music Teacher eager to impart the love of music as well as the history, vocal techniques and performance experience onto
  • Primary to Secondary students.
  • Skilled Music Teacher offering 20 years experience as an educator, leader, and performer.
  • Strong attention to detail with a creative and friendly style.
  • Familiar with classroom management techniques and successful instructional strategies.
  • High-energy Recorder, Oboe and violin teacher with in-depth knowledge of music theory and a knack for inspiring students.
  • Music Teacher specializing in community and parent outreach through special events performances. Passionate about exposing kids to diverse musical styles and expressions.
  • Music Teacher talented at promoting creative expression among elementary and middle school students. Bringing diverse training in choir, orchestra, recorder, violin and oboe
  • Imaginative as a teacher and creates dynamic and exhilarating learning experiences for students. Effectively manages diverse groups to adapt teaching methods. Consistently identifies methods to improve teaching practices.
  • Good team player with strong organizational skills.
  • Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications

Work History

General Music Teacher

  • Coached students to play perform as soloist, ensembles, orchestra, choir, recorder,violin, oboe and piano
  • Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
  • Organized and collected money and forms for mass group field trips and programs.
  • Taught students to identify different instruments from instrument's sound and shape.

Music Teacher

Windhoek International School
Windhoek
08.2012 - Current
  • Khomas Region
  • Instructed students on the principles and techniques of Recorder, Oboe, Violin and Choir
  • Taught appreciation of the arts by instructing on concepts and including students in hands on activities
  • Updated documentation for school and student records
  • Evaluated class progress and adjust strategies to maintain growth and learning
  • Positioned members within the ensemble to obtain balance among instrumental and vocal sections
  • Practiced Recorder 15 hours per week to maintain and improve technical skills.
  • Planned and executed targeted lesson plans to instruct on music theory, music history, and performance etiquette.
  • Encouraged social interaction and collaboration among students to foster camaraderie and teamwork.
  • Utilized current technology and interactive teaching methods to enhance student engagement.
  • Assessed student performance and provided constructive feedback to guide progress.
  • Provided individualized instruction to provide students with equal learning opportunities.
  • Taught curriculum enhanced lesson plans to educate students about fundamentals and history of music.
  • Mentored students of different ages and backgrounds in music theory, composition and performance.
  • Incorporated creative activities into lessons to engage students and spark interest in music.
  • Collaborated with community arts organizations to bring real-world experiences into classrooms and provide students with opportunities for learning and growth.
  • Adapted instruction to meet individual student needs to differentiate instruction to meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
  • Fostered love for art and learning to inspire students to pursue passions and interests.
  • Provided feedback and grades to provide regular feedback on student progress and assigned grades based on performance.
  • Held afterschool meetings and rehearsals in preparation for annual school concerts and performances.

Oboe/Recorder Lecturer

College of the Arts
Windhoek
07.2003 - 01.2023
  • Attended training and community events to broaden expertise and help students
  • Mentored struggling students with an individualized approach
  • Instructed students on the principles and techniques of Oboe and Recorder
  • Cared for equipment and rental items to keep them in good working order
  • Organized several shows and recitals each year for my students to perform
  • Studied scores at length to learn music in detail and develop suitable interpretations
  • Practiced Recorder/Oboe 6 hours per week to maintain and improve technical skills
  • Planned and organized concerts and programs for the church
  • Performed as part of an International Tour with College of the Arts in Namibia, to attend and perform with an orchestra in Germany
  • Specialized in both classical and contemporary music.

Recorder Teacher

St.Paul's College
Windhoek
01.2004 - 11.2007
  • Mentored struggling students with an individualized approach
  • Instructed students on the principles and techniques of Recorder
  • Taught appreciation of the arts by instructing on concepts and including students in hands-on activities.

Principal Oboeist

NNSO
Windhoek
01.2015 - Current

As part time oboist my role:

Education

High School Diploma -

Heathfield High School
Retreat Cape Town
01.1989 - 10.1993

Bachelor of Music Education - Music, Music Education

University of Cape Town

Skills

Art appreciationundefined

Hobbies

  • Dancing
  • Organizing and participating in school events and personal events
  • Long nature walks with my pets
  • Helping less fortunate people in my community- reaching out to charities where help is needed
  • Mostly enjoy spending time with my family

Accomplishments

  • Put on special Themed performance for students and parents, annually.
  • Brought about 4th best choir in the world to perform with Windhoek International School.
  • Increased student participation in the arts by engaging everyone in the process.
  • Collaborated with teachers on Units and having learning celebrations in the end
  • Organise charity drive with the community for Support Staff at school.

Certification

Certified [Google Educator], [Google Name] - [Timeframe]

Interests

Teaching is my passion My interest will always be music education and how it positively influences any school The power of the Arts and its influence will always be of interest and fascination to me

Testimonials

1. Ms. Marcelle Van Leenen

email:mvanleenen@wis.edu.na contact:p: +264 61 241 783

2. Ethan Van Drunen

email: e: evandrunen@wis.edu.na p: +264 61 241 783

Timeline

Certified [Google Educator], [Google Name] - [Timeframe]

05-2018

Seesaw Ambassador

01-2018

Principal Oboeist

NNSO
01.2015 - Current

Music Teacher

Windhoek International School
08.2012 - Current

Recorder Teacher

St.Paul's College
01.2004 - 11.2007

Oboe/Recorder Lecturer

College of the Arts
07.2003 - 01.2023

High School Diploma -

Heathfield High School
01.1989 - 10.1993

General Music Teacher

Bachelor of Music Education - Music, Music Education

University of Cape Town
MICHELLE DU PREEZMusic Educator