Creative and innovative Music Teacher, accomplished in designing and implementing diverse music lessons for children and adults. A dedicated and passionate professional with expertise in vocal and instrumental directing, staging concerts, performances and talent shows. In-depth knowledge of music theory with superb classroom management and pastoral care skills.
Hi, I’m
Maurice Clarke
Hamilton
Summary
Overview
22
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Bermuda School Of MusicHamilton
Woodwind Instructor
11.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Instructed students from beginner to advanced levels of flute, saxophone and clarinet playing.
- Educated students aged 10 to 50 in reading music and playing flute.
- Worked individually with each student during scheduled lessons, focusing on student-specific needs and goals.
- Taught diverse musical styles based on students' interests and goals.
- Supported students with learning challenges.
- Encouraged students to set and achieve personal goals for instrument mastery.
- Marketed instruction services on social media platforms and local resources to increase enrollment.
- Communicated with parents to maintain regular communication about student progress and any concerns.
- Adapted instruction to meet individual student needs to differentiate instruction to meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
Government of BermudaHamilton
Music Teacher & Curriculum Leader
10.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Guided and instructed over 200 students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions and chords.
- Taught music appreciation, history and fundamentals to singers and musicians of varying skill levels.
- Taught students to identify different instruments from instrument's sound and shape.
- Maintained student records and evaluated each pupil's musical growth, performance and musical understanding, using PowerSchool and Google Sheets.
- Advised parents of student progress by communicating student's achievements and developing methods for improvement.
- Conducted workshops on elements of music and showcasing talent.
- Collaborated with administrators to determine course objectives as middle school music curriculum leader
- Created curricula, research topics and conceptualized course format, subject matter and pacing guide
- Worked closely with music teachers to prepare materials, content, and tools to facilitate training nationally
- Designed course materials and supported implementation
- Provided subject matter expertise on materials and lesson plans
- Worked well in team setting, providing support and guidance for national artistic showcase
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating ability to work collaboratively and effectively
Providenciales Primary And Middle School Providenciales
Music Teacher
01.2021 - 10.2021
Job overview
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, pitch, dynamics, beats, compositions, singing and instruments.
- Taught students remotely via pre-recorded and live video sessions.
- Provided one-on-one and small group instruction to over 150 students in summer music camp programs with no prior musical knowledge nor skill.
- Developed and directed musical activities suitable for children between ages of 5 and 17.
Turks And Caicos Islands Government - Long Bay HighProvidenciales
Secondary Teacher - Music
08.2016 - 07.2020
Job overview
- Created interactive classroom atmosphere to maintain student interest and facilitate learning.
- Distributed and collected classroom materials such as worksheets, quizzes and tests.
- Organized social and educational activities for students and families including music club sponsorship.
- Fostered positive and pleasant classroom culture while maintaining learning development goals.
- Created engaging and dynamic lessons with emphasis on improving students' written and verbal communication skills.
- Taught music appreciation, history and fundamentals to vocalists and musicians of all skill levels.
- Maintained student records and evaluated each pupil's musical growth, performance and musical understanding, using Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions and chords.
- Taught curriculum enhanced lesson plans to educate 600 students about fundamentals and history of music.
- Organized 3 shows and recitals each year, including booking musicians.
- Coordinated concerts, competitions, special events and music exams for 600 students.
- Developed strong working relationships with teachers, parents and students to propel school and departmental vision and goals.
- Administered standardized testing and reported results by offering constructive student and staff solutions for improvement.
- Advanced school's creative and academic reputation in accordance with established values and vision through promotion.
- Consulted with parents and guardians to convene on student performance, conduct and educational prioritization.
- Organized and collected money and forms for mass group field trips and programs.
- Advised parents of student progress by communicating student's achievements and developing methods for improvement.
Montego Bay High School Montego Bay
Music Teacher
01.2003 - 08.2016
Job overview
- Taught music appreciation, history and fundamentals to vocalists and musicians of all skill levels.
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions and chords.
- Coordinated with departmental employees to maintain continuity of music lesson objectives, planning and execution.
- Taught students to identify different instruments from instrument's sound and shape.
- Advised parents of student progress by communicating student's achievements and developing methods for improvement.
- Administered standardized testing and reported results by offering constructive student and staff solutions for improvement.
- Mentored struggling students with individualized approach to enhance learning.
- Developed strong working relationships with teachers, parents and students to propel school and departmental vision and goals.
- Organized 5 shows and recitals each year, including booking musicians.
- Oversaw and approved music selections submitted by teachers and composed music for department.
- Organized and collected money and forms for mass group field trips and programs.
- Coached students to play various songs and jingles on piano, guitar, violin and bongo.
- Advanced school's creative and academic reputation in accordance with established values and vision through promotion.
- Coordinated concerts, competitions, special events and music exams for 900 students.
Education
Western Carolina University Cullowhee, North Carolina
Bachelor of Science from Education
08.2009
University Overview
Edna Manley CollegeKingston, Jamaica
Trained Teacher Diploma from Music Education
11.2002
University Overview
Skills
- Lesson Planning
- Learning Enhancement
- Aural Skills
- Teaching
- Music Theory
- Special Events
- Assemble leadership
- Rehearsals
- Guitar Playing
- Individual and group instruction
- School assemblies
- Classroom management
- Documentation
- Verbal and written communication
- Relationship building
- Proficient in flute and saxophone
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
- Increased student participation in the arts by engaging the school and wider community in the process.
- Established a thriving and functional music program with concert bands, choirs and instrumental ensembles.
- Worked with a team of over 65 music educators and professionals to develop and implement the Western Jamaica International Music Festival from 2003 to 2016
- Put on special concert band and choir performances for students and parents.
- Entered and won various awards in the Jamaica Cultural Development Commission annual music competition from 2003 - 2016
- Won title of Best High School Band in the Jamaica Best School Band Competition in 2012
- Created and spearheaded the Distinguished Artist Initiative focused on musical talent.
- Collaborated with team of 35 in the production of Distinguished Intelligent Vocal Artist (D.I.V.A.), and Distinguished Intelligent Jamaican Artist (D.I.J.A.) in Jamaica.
- Created and established Naturally Musical in 2013 as the top music school offering private lessons in Montego Bay, Jamaica.
- Collaborated with team of 20 in the production of Perform On Point (P.O.P.) in the Turks and Caicos Islands.
- Taught over 10,000 students in 18 years.
- Founded and led the band Until Ferda Notice 2001-2003.
- Performed as concertmaster with the Music For Peace Band for 2 seasons.
- Awarded Gold and Silver Medals at the Jamaica Cultural Development Commission Music Festival in Kingston, Jamaica in 1997-1999.
- Brought in 5 new customers in 2021, with a total value of over $60,000.
- Established successful private music lessons service through dedication, consistency and effective marketing.
- Supervised teams of 3 - 20 staff members for various music programs, events and activities.
Certification
Certificate in voice from the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music
Certificate in flute from the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music
Certificate in music theory from the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music
Timeline
Woodwind Instructor
Bermuda School Of Music
11.2022 - Current
Music Teacher & Curriculum Leader
Government of Bermuda
10.2021 - Current
Music Teacher
Providenciales Primary And Middle School
01.2021 - 10.2021
Secondary Teacher - Music
Turks And Caicos Islands Government - Long Bay High
08.2016 - 07.2020
Music Teacher
Montego Bay High School
01.2003 - 08.2016
Western Carolina University
Bachelor of Science from Education
Edna Manley College
Trained Teacher Diploma from Music Education
Certificate in voice from the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music
Certificate in flute from the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music
Certificate in music theory from the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music
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