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Kerry Trevethan

Melbourne,VIC

Summary

Talented Piano Teacher with considerable experience teaching students of all ages and skill levels, from beginner to advanced. Particularly talented at teaching children and younger students. Eagerly introduced various musical styles to maintain student interest. Applied effective teaching techniques to instruct students on music theory and provide solid foundation for learning.

Overview

46
46
years of professional experience

Work History

Piano Teacher

Self-employeed
02.2006 - Current
  • Boosted student confidence in their abilities through consistent positive reinforcement and encouragement.
  • Introduced students to appropriate hand positioning, finger transitions and pedal use.
  • Communicated with parents regarding upcoming events and student progress.
  • Developed lesson plans, selected course materials and prepared assignments.
  • Provided constructive feedback on technique, expression, posture, rhythm-reading skills during weekly private lessons.
  • Developed personalized curriculum for each student to cater to their unique learning styles and needs.
  • Established a supportive learning environment that promoted open communication between students, parents, and faculty members.
  • Successfully prepared students for recitals, auditions, and competitions by implementing effective practice strategies.
  • Organized special events like recitals and concerts to showcase student talent within the community.
  • Improved student understanding of piano theory through creative games and activities.
  • Increased student retention rates by developing strong relationships with students and their families.
  • Ensured smooth communication with parents about their child''s progress through regular meetings discussing achievements areas needing improvement.
  • Coordinated recitals and musical events to showcase student achievements.
  • Utilized technology as an educational tool by integrating apps such as Sight Reading Factory into lesson plans to improve sight-reading skills among all students.

Integration Aide

Hume Valley, Carlton Gardens & Newport Gardens
02.2006 - 12.2016
  • Evaluated student progress regularly, adjusting support strategies as needed to ensure continuous growth and development in academic and social domains.
  • Encouraged self-advocacy among students by teaching them effective strategies for communicating their needs and preferences.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, enabling timely adjustments to instructional strategies as needed.
  • Assisted teachers in creating inclusive classroom environments for diverse learners.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in inclusive education and classroom management techniques.
  • Contributed to a safe, supportive learning environment by effectively managing challenging behaviors through proactive intervention strategies.
  • Developed strong rapport with students, fostering trust and open communication for optimal learning outcomes.
  • Provided ongoing feedback to teachers regarding student performance, facilitating data-driven instruction tailored to individual needs.
  • Promoted positive behavior and social skills among students by modeling appropriate interactions and utilizing reward systems.

Secretary

Lynne Hoban Personnel
02.1978 - 12.1988
  • Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining confidentiality when managing personnel files or financial data.
  • Answered multi-line phone system and enthusiastically greeted callers.
  • Maintained daily report documents, memos and invoices.
  • Scheduled appointments and conducted follow-up calls to clients.
  • Handled daily scheduling tasks and provided administrative support for entire department.
  • Prepared professional correspondence, including memos, letters, and emails, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
  • Entered data into system and updated customer contacts with information to keep records current.
  • Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock and ordering new supplies.
  • Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
  • Managed executive calendars, scheduling appointments and meetings to optimize time management.
  • Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by providing support to colleagues when needed in various tasks or projects.

Education

Certificate IV Integration Aide - Education of Individuals With Multiple Disabilities

Banksia Community Services
Melbourne, VIC

Diploma of Liberal Arts - Arts

Victoria University
Melbourne, VIC
11.2015

Associate Teacher & Grade 8 Classical - Piano

Australian Music Examination Board
Melbourne, VIC
11.2006

Skills

  • Effective Lesson Planning
  • Strong Communication Skills
  • Parent-teacher collaboration
  • Adaptive Teaching Methods
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Student Motivation Techniques
  • Sight-Reading Proficiency
  • Ear Training Expertise
  • Recital Preparation
  • Group teaching experience
  • Piano technique mastery

Timeline

Piano Teacher

Self-employeed
02.2006 - Current

Integration Aide

Hume Valley, Carlton Gardens & Newport Gardens
02.2006 - 12.2016

Secretary

Lynne Hoban Personnel
02.1978 - 12.1988

Certificate IV Integration Aide - Education of Individuals With Multiple Disabilities

Banksia Community Services

Diploma of Liberal Arts - Arts

Victoria University

Associate Teacher & Grade 8 Classical - Piano

Australian Music Examination Board

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