Piano Tutors & Teachers for Lessons, Instruction or Help in Gettysburg, OH

I have always enjoyed playing the piano. And I took extreme satisfaction from teaching piano. I would sit beside them while they played the pieces I had assigned to them to practice since the previous lesson. If they had problems or questions about something, I was there to help. We'd talk and laugh, and I hoped they learned through it all. Above all, I never wanted to yell at them or berate them, because I knew they'd never learn if they felt pressured or thought I was there only to critize them. While I don't think I ever had any junior Beethovens, I'd like to think there are several people out there now who still enjoy sitting down at a piano every now and then to play something. I have a non-teaching BA degree in English. I spent all 4 college years working on my college newspaper, and two years after graduation working for a local newspaper. My job responsibilities included c

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I have worked as a music teacher for 10 years, and I spent one year working as a Title I paraprofessional. As a music teacher, my focus is on music literacy and appreciation. I strongly believe that every child has the right to a quality music education. As a Title I para, I worked with individual and small groups of K-6 students in the areas of reading, writing, and math. A wonderful characteristic of music is that learning and experiencing music addresses all three main learning styles--visual, aural, and kinesthetic. Students enjoy my class, and it is wonderful to see what they remember long after they have been in my class. I also enjoy working with talented and gifted students to help them realize their potential.

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I have earned two bachelors degrees, BS in Accounting and BA in Early Childhood Education with an endorsement in Reading. I have also earned a Masters in Business Adminstration. I have learned extensived skills on how to reach a struggling student and how to in still confidence back into the learning process. During the last six years, I have substituted for all ages PS-12 and tutored numerous students from elementary to high school in mathematics, reading, science and English. I assist the Reading Center Directors in assessing area public school K-12 students at-risk in reading and writing. The information is used to identify areas of literacy strength, as well as areas of need. I design and implement differentiated one-on-one instruction based on individual student needs, and conduct formative assessments regularly to determine student progress to share this information with the p

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As a veteran educator with over 25 years of experience, my career began oversees in Guam teaching middle school English Language Arts and Reading. Since then, I have held a variety of teaching and administrative positions at the middle school and high school levels, including both English Language Arts and self-contained Special Education. Over the past eight years, while working in an urban school district as Director of Grants, I served as a tutor in research writing and resume preparation, an adjunct professor and guest lecturer at various local colleges; and, as a peer grant reviewer for the U.S. Department of Education. My first love has always been teaching and working with students of all ages. I believe in meeting students where they are at in their academic performance, adapting to their individual learning styles, while finding creative ways to engage them in the learning pro

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Graduated Berklee College of Music '81 40 year performance experience 35 years private lesson instruction Professional Piano & Keyboards Alto, Tenor, Bari Saxophone Soporano Clarinet and Bass Clarinet Flute and Alto Flute. Composition, Theory and Song Writing My studio is student focused. Student learn jazz, rock, classical, latin and popular styles. There is an equal focus of reading and performing by ear. Song writing, music therory and improvization are included in students lessons as they show an appitude and willingness to progress. Students are at all levels beginner, intermediate and advanced. The youngest was 3 and the oldest 82 years of age.

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I believe that it takes a village of caring and loving supporters to help our children attain success in learning life-long skills. My craving for excellence and willingness to use difficulties in learning, challenges me to find better techniques for all students to learn. I respect the diversity of all students, display patience, exhibit enthusiasm, as well as practice being a good listener. These qualities enhance and influence the active participation of all of my children, parents, co-workers and administration. I encourage all students to take ownership of their learning while having fun through hands on activities and other developmental experiences. As an academic professional,I taught and coached students of diverse cultures in rural and urban communities. I used various techniques to engage students in the learning process. In addition, I integrated diverse technologies throug

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As a business woman of 24 years, I have gained valuable experiences in many different sectors; banking, customer service, marketing, sales, public relations and teaching. I excel in the Marketing/PR field which entails most of the jobs I have held. I also like teaching children. Most of my teaching has been with grades K-8 which I really enjoy. During my years of private piano teaching, I learned so much from the students as far as "teach the child the subject, not teach a subject to a child." Each child is unique and different. I love capturing their attention using fun learning methods. My teaching style is laid back and comfortable. I like to use flash cards, fun games, and rhyming teachniques. I think children have to like their teacher to do well. Many of my former students have kept in contact with me over the years.. being invited to their graduations, weddings and other partie

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I enjoy teaching and working with students of all ages. I believe that all students have the ability to create master pieces in art if they put forth the time and effort and have the right encouragement. I have seen too many times that students may feel that they can't draw or that they aren't creative. I try to encourage students that art is a process and they will grow with practice and time, just as in any academic area. I show students that progress is always aparent in the evolution of artwork. As a fine artist and educator, I have many years experience teaching students in a variety of settings and with varying age groups. I have worked as a long-term substitute teacher for art at Northmont Middle School teaching students how to create various art projects. I have also had the opportunity to teach at Precious Blood Catholic school in the area of art for grades K-12. I am cur

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Prior to playing professionally and continuing since then I have enjoyed teaching students as young as 4 students on through college reach their musical goals. I believe that music is music whether it be a Beethoven sonata, or a Bill Evans jazz transcription the same beauty, technique and drive for success is necessary for both. (Beginners) Method book, solfege singing, listening (Intermediate) music theory, simple classical literature (cleminti, Chopin nocturne (Eb)), some use of contemporary music Advanced students continue in more difficult classical pieces (Bach inventions/preludes/fugues), students at this level may also begin to study jazz and/or forms of contemporary music if they so desire. I have 4 years experience playing classical, jazz and top 40's as a pianist/vocalist for Gregory's Restaurant (Dayton, OH) I have 6 years experience leading a contemporary prai

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I am fervently earnest in pursuing a career assisting students in their learning. With experience working at the elementary through high school levels, I have a diverse background with much to offer. Throughout my years of experience, I have had the opportunity to work with students from a variety of economic and social background. I have instructed students whose first language was Spanish, Russian, or American Sign Language. In each of those situations, I have had to utilize a diversity of alternative and creative approaches to instruction for multiple subjects and topics. My most recent experiences have shown me that encouragement is central is assisting the students in their learning. Providing them with the confidence in their own comprehension and understanding is key to striking the fires of a passion for life-long learning. To aid the student in grasping the material, I loo

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I have circled myself with music my entire life. I began playing clarinet at age ten, and during my college years I studied music theory and composition while majoring at piano. I am often complimented on my ability how to teach others music parts and instruction. I am slow and precise with the student to understand not only each segment of instruction but the why and how it fits into the music. It’s part of a complete understanding of not just playing a part, but also harmonic content and structural form that makes the music piece its special qualities. I’ve taught private students from beginning piano to an Elvis impressionist. Today my career is built around music, and I welcome any students I can share my abilities with. My compassionate teaching style will be tailored specifically to the student at the level he or she is at. It is essential to make this experience fun, chall

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