Adrienne Jernigan
Durham
Summary
Dynamic music educator with a proven track record at Durham Public Schools, adept at ensemble building and concert production. Inspired students through engaging lessons in music theory and vocal techniques, significantly enhancing participation and retention. Skilled in choral conducting and fostering creativity, promoting collaboration and a love for music among students.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Choir Director
Durham Children's Choir
10.2023 - Current
- Inspired a love of choral music in students, leading to an increase in choir participation and student retention.
- Conducted rehearsals to keep performers prepared for performances.
- Educated students on proper vocal techniques and vocal warm-ups.
Music Teacher
Durham Public Schools
08.2015 - Current
- Organized successful concerts and recitals, showcasing students'' talents and hard work.
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
- Incorporated creative activities into lessons to engage students and spark interest in music.
- Encouraged social interaction and collaboration among students to foster camaraderie and teamwork.
- Currently serve as a co-lead for all elementary music teachers in Durham Public Schools.
- Currently serve as co-lead for all beginning arts teachers in Durham Public Schools.
Choir Director
Lincoln Memorial Baptist Church
07.2015 - Current
- Conducted rehearsals to keep performers prepared for performances.
Music Teacher
Kidznotes
09.2021 - 05.2023
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
- Incorporated creative activities into lessons to engage students and spark interest in music.
- Fostered creativity by encouraging improvisation, composition, and arrangement within the classroom setting.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Music Education
North Carolina A&T State University
Greensboro, NC05-2015
Skills
- Rehearsal planning
- Choral conducting
- Ensemble building
- Music theory
- Piano accompaniment
- Concert production
Timeline
Choir Director
Durham Children's Choir
10.2023 - Current
Music Teacher
Kidznotes
09.2021 - 05.2023
Music Teacher
Durham Public Schools
08.2015 - Current
Choir Director
Lincoln Memorial Baptist Church
07.2015 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Music Education
North Carolina A&T State University
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