Amirah Muhammad
Chicago,IL
Summary
Knowledgeable professional with strong background in teaching fine arts. Proven track record of successfully engaging students in learning. Employs deep understanding of importance of creativity in classroom to meet student needs.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Violin Instructor
Muhammad School Of Music
09.2018 - Current
- Experience teaching Suzuki Books 1-3 in both individual lesson and group class setting
- Provided opportunities for each student to reach fullest potential through artistic, creative expression
- Developed strong working relationships with students and parents to accomplish school and departmental vision and goals
- Prompted student motivation, participation and listening skills through positive reinforcement and weekly recognition
- Taught students about cultural influences in music and art styles.
Student Administrative Assistant
Muhammad School Of Music
06.2017 - 08.2021
- Provided administrative assistance by returning phone calls, answering emails and putting together mail distribution lists
- Maintained contact with prospective students through phone calls and email.
Student Administrative Assistant
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
09.2019 - 05.2020
- Managed physical and digital files, monitored spreadsheets and updated reports to coordinate project materials
- Developed administrative processes to achieve organizational objectives and improve office efficiency
- Handled incoming calls and directed callers to appropriate department or employee
- Updated system to organize office documentation, maximizing efficiency and increasing productivity.
Education
Bachelors of Musical Arts Honors Program Violin Performance/ Interdisciplinary Music Degree - Violin Performance/ Interdisciplinary Music Degree
Roosevelt University
Chicago, IL05.2025
Scholarship Program Dance - Dance
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
New York, NY05.2020
High School Diploma -
Homeschool
Buffalo, NY06.2019
Skills
- Violinist
- Instructor (Experience Teaching Suzuki Books 1-3, studied Books 1-5)
- Performance Preparation
- Chamber Music Performance
- Sight-Reading Proficiency
- Individualized Instruction
- Patience and Empathy
- Youth Mentor
- Interpersonal Skills
- Arts Administration
- Adaptive Teaching Methods
- Repertoire Selection
- Advanced Violin Technique
Affiliations
- Buffalo Urban League Scholarship Award - 2019
- UPOP Ministry INC. Women's Scholarship Award - 2020
- Neglia Conservatory of Ballet, City Dance Program Ballet Instructor - (2019/2020)
- Greater Buffalo Youth String Orchestra Concertmaster (2014/2015)
- Performed various volunteer music performance in churches, schools, community centers, etc. (Buffalo, NY)
Timeline
Student Administrative Assistant
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
09.2019 - 05.2020
Violin Instructor
Muhammad School Of Music
09.2018 - Current
Student Administrative Assistant
Muhammad School Of Music
06.2017 - 08.2021
Bachelors of Musical Arts Honors Program Violin Performance/ Interdisciplinary Music Degree - Violin Performance/ Interdisciplinary Music Degree
Roosevelt University
Scholarship Program Dance - Dance
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
High School Diploma -
Homeschool
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