LAURA QUINTANA
Bogotá
Summary
Dynamic music educator with extensive experience at Yamaha Music School, adept in music theory and relationship building. Successfully enhanced student performance through personalized lesson plans and fostered a culture of excellence. Proven ability to engage diverse learners and promote multicultural music appreciation, ensuring students achieve their full potential.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Music Teacher
Bilingual School Jose Max León
2023.07 - Current
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
- Mentored struggling students with individualized approach to enhance learning.
- Incorporated creative activities into lessons to engage students and spark interest in music.
- Enhanced students to understanding of music theory through engaging activities and exercises.
Private Music Instructor
Private and Online
2018.07 - Current
- Explained music theory, aural skills and fundamental concepts to teach students to understand, analyze, perform and create music.
- Motivated students to practice music by offering positive reinforcement and encouraging progress.
- Planned and prepared individual music lessons to support student needs.
- Prepared students for auditions for institutions by aiding with music selection, assigning practice hours required for mastery of piece and assessing progress and accuracy in playing.
Saxophone Instructor
Yamaha Music School
2023.10 - 2024.12
- Enhanced student performance by implementing personalized lesson plans tailored to individual needs and goals.
- Promoted a culture of excellence by setting high expectations for student performance and fostering a supportive environment in which students were motivated to achieve their full potential.
- Established productive relationships with local professional musicians who provided masterclasses or guest appearances at the school, enriching the educational experience of students further.
- Developed strong rapport with colleagues across departments for seamless collaboration on interdisciplinary projects involving music integration.
Music Teacher
Pronartes Arts Academy
2023.02 - 2023.11
- 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.
English Teacher
Universo Magico Kindergarden
2022.06 - 2022.11
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
Saxophone Instructor
Dones Y Talento Music School
2022.01 - 2022.06
- Enhanced student performance by implementing personalized lesson plans tailored to individual needs and goals.
- Promoted a culture of excellence by setting high expectations for student performance and fostering a supportive environment in which students were motivated to achieve their full potential.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Musical Education
Universidad Pedagógica Nacional
Bogotá, Colombia2023-03
Diploma in - Stage Lightning
Universidad Del Rosario / CNA
Bogotá, Colombia2024-08
Associate of Arts - Music
Corporacion Batuta Meta
Villavicencio, Colombia2016-11
Course - Cultural Management
Secretaría De Cultura, Educación Y Deporte
Bogota, Colombia2024-05
Diploma in - Cultural Heritage For Education
Secretaría De Cultura, Educación Y Deporte
Bogota2024-02
English Certificatation - English
Language Center Pedagogical University
Bogotá, Colombia2022-11
Course - Musical Production
Ministerio De Cultura De Colombia
Bogotá, Colombia2021-05
Skills
- Music theory
- Verbal and written communication
- Relationship building
- Proficient in [instrument]
Investigation
- Bogota's Secretariat of Culture, Recreation and Sports
Investigation Group Arts, Music and Education: winners of the Investigation Scholarship Knowledge Management on Civic Culture, 2022
- Ministry of Culture
Creative Collective of Strings and Reeds: winners of the sponsorship Youth in Movement, based on the creation of 5 pieces of colombian music and 3 concerts in different cities.
Timeline
Saxophone Instructor
Yamaha Music School
2023.10 - 2024.12
Music Teacher
Bilingual School Jose Max León
2023.07 - Current
Music Teacher
Pronartes Arts Academy
2023.02 - 2023.11
English Teacher
Universo Magico Kindergarden
2022.06 - 2022.11
Saxophone Instructor
Dones Y Talento Music School
2022.01 - 2022.06
Private Music Instructor
Private and Online
2018.07 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Musical Education
Universidad Pedagógica Nacional
Diploma in - Stage Lightning
Universidad Del Rosario / CNA
Associate of Arts - Music
Corporacion Batuta Meta
Course - Cultural Management
Secretaría De Cultura, Educación Y Deporte
Diploma in - Cultural Heritage For Education
Secretaría De Cultura, Educación Y Deporte
English Certificatation - English
Language Center Pedagogical University
Course - Musical Production
Ministerio De Cultura De Colombia