Shae Austin
Cullowhee
Summary
Dynamic student teacher skilled in instructional planning and classroom leadership. Proven ability to create personalized learning experiences and foster a positive learning environment, contributing to student success in music and other subjects.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Teacher
East Henderson High School
East Flat Rock, NC
01.2026 - Current
- Assisted and lead instruction within the classroom, including taking leadership over the entire classroom for a period of 6 weeks under supervision.
- Planned and coordinated extracurricular events, such as attending Music Performance Adjudication in which my students achieved a “superior” rating.
- Collaborated with Clinical Educator to audition and select students for internal leadership positions.
- Worked in partnership with student support staff to adapt lessons and classroom management to best fit individual student needs.
Student Intern
East Henderson High School
East Flat Rock, NC
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Assisted in creating and maintaining a positive learning environment through culturally responsive practices
- Planned for weekly lessons based off data collected from the classroom, creating personalized instruction for the band.
- Accompanied various ensembles to different extracurricular events, such as marching band competitions as a chaperone.
- Assisted with logistical coordination of equipment
Woodwind Instructor
Jefferson County High School
Dandridge, TN
07.2024 - 2025
- Conducted large and small group rehearsals, facilitating collaboration and artistic expression.
- Instructed hands-on lessons to teach proper marching technique, prioritizing student safety and comfort.
- Collaborated with other marching instructors to adapt to student needs on a daily basis, shifting lesson focuses to best suit student success.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC05-2026
Bachelor of Music -
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC05-2026
Skills
- CPR Certified
- Mental Heath First Aid Certified
- Proficient with Microsoft Office
- WorkKeys Platinum Recipient
Affiliations
National Association for Music Educators (NAfME)
Sigma Alpha Iota
Timeline
Student Teacher
East Henderson High School
01.2026 - Current
Student Intern
East Henderson High School
08.2025 - 12.2025
Woodwind Instructor
Jefferson County High School
07.2024 - 2025
Bachelor of Science - Education
Western Carolina University
Bachelor of Music -
Western Carolina University