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Film Acting with Dee F.

Kalispell, Montana

4.8
(61)
Background check
Teaches online
Teaches Beginner, Intermediate
Age: 5-90
Speaks Spanish, English
Teaching since 1983
Masters Degree--Teacher Leadership
  • 1 Repeated Students

I've been an actress for 10 years, and I'll teach you!

I am currently an actress and extra for Movie Work Now Casting based in Phoenix and have over 10 years acting experience in film and theater. I have been a vocal coach and actress for university and independent theaters in Montana and in Phoenix, Arizona. I also am a film and television composer, and work with publishers, music supervisors and recording engineers within the film and television industry. I can assist you with theater acting, film acting, improvisation, comedy, sound projection, staging, and film scoring. Have fun learning with me!

Instructor details

Location:
Teaches Online
Teaches Online

Teaching Hours

Monday
6:30 AM-9 AM
9:30 AM-10 AM
10:30 AM-2 PM
2:30 PM-4:30 PM
5 PM-6 PM
7 PM-7:30 PM
Tuesday
6 AM-4 PM
4:30 PM-8:45 PM
9 PM-9:30 PM
9:45 PM-10 PM
Wednesday
6 AM-3 PM
4 PM-8:30 PM
Thursday
6 AM-7:30 AM
8 AM-12:45 PM
1 PM-3 PM
4 PM-7:30 PM
Friday
8 AM-12 PM
12:15 PM-12:30 PM
1 PM-9 PM
Saturday
6:30 AM-7 AM
8:30 AM-12 PM
12:30 PM-7:30 PM
8 PM-8:30 PM
9 PM-10 PM
Sunday
10 AM-6 PM
6:30 PM-7 PM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
30 minutes
$35
45 minutes
$40
60 minutes
$45

About Dee F.

4.8
(61)
I have been a private studio teacher of piano, guitar, voice, violin, mandolin for over 30 years. I have taught band, orchestra, and choir in public schools for over 20 years, which enables me to teach many instruments and voice. I hold an ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE ENDORSEMENT, K-12, from University of Phoenix and teach non-English learners English. I have performed concerts professionally as a jazz and classical pianist, and guitarist, for over 20 years. I also have been a language and reading tutor for over 6 years in Arizona and have worked with students with special needs for over 10 years. I have a Language Arts college minor and have taught Middle and High School Language Arts in Montana public schools. I also teaching acting lessons, and have acted in numerous theater plays and films. I HAVE OVER 12 YEARS EXPERIENCE AS AN ENGLISH LANGUAGE GRAMMAR AND FLUENCY TEACHER AND HOLD AN English as a Second Language Endorsement, certified in Arizona, Grades K-12. I have been a Middle and High School substitute teacher in Science, Language Arts, and Reading teacher for 15 years part time. I studied classical guitar with master guitarist, Christopher Parkening, at Montana State University where I graduated with a BACHELOR IN MUSIC EDUCATION, K-12; piano and voice were my focus of study. I also did graduate work at MSU in composition. I am completing a MASTER'S DEGREE IN TEACHER LEADERSHIP currently at Grand Canyon University. I teach Suzuki piano and violin. I am an accomplished composer/songwriter with many published and recorded songs and instrumental works through ASCAP. I endeavor to make learning fun, and enjoy teaching students of all ages! I OFFER ONCE WEEKLY OR TWICE MONTHLY LESSONS. Online student requirements: A fast, reliable COMPUTER; HIGH SPEED INTERNET (at least 400 kbps); WEBCAM (preferably HD); MICROPHONE (most laptops or tablets have mikes built in). Be sure your camera is focused on you and your instrument, if applicable. For 2021 students, follow customer service directions for Take Lessons Classroom. Students who cancel lessons without a 24 hour notice may incur a charge. Learning materials may be provided by the instructor. *** Travel Equipment *** Books. Students must have their own instrument (keyboards are acceptable for taking piano lessons). I always council students on brand, quality of instrument they are purchasing before they buy it.
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61 Reviews
Zach
Teacher's studio
Great teacher, learned a ton and was very patient in answering my questions!
Posted Apr 25, 2023
Kimberly
Teacher's studio
Great lesson! She got straight to the point of what I needed to know, caught my mistakes quickly, recapped everything clearly and gave me clear direction on my homework. I can't wait to practice this week and then have another lesson!
Posted Apr 17, 2023
William
Teacher's studio
Dee was extremely helpful in making me understand how to apply the tools of writing to my poetry. She worked with dedication, completeness and gave me a great joy in learning with her.
Posted Feb 5, 2023
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Experience

Music Instructor

Jan, 2017 - Present

Flathead Valley Community College, Kalispell, Montana

Flathead Valley Community College, Fall Semester 2022, Spring Semester 2023, Summer 2023: Beginning Guitar, Beginning Guitar II, Intermediate Guitar, Beginning Mandolin. Taught Beginning, Intermediate, Advanced Guitar; and Creating Music at Flathead Valley Community College, 1986-1990. I taught Piano In Class, Intermediate Piano, Intermediate Guitar, Advanced Guitar, Spring Semester, Summer Session, 2018; Fall Session, Piano In Class and Intermediate Guitar; History of Jazz, Spring 2018. Classes are ongoing into 2020: Beginning Guitar, Intermediate Guitar, Piano In Class, Intermediate Piano; and The Craft of Songwriting, Spring and Summer 2019. Beginning Guitar, Beginning Guitar II, Intermediate Guitar, Piano In Class, Intermediate Piano, 2020-2021.

Private Guitar Instructor

Aug, 2007 - May, 2009

Midi For Kids, Inc.

I taught beginning to intermediate guitar classes for this national company, all styles, 2007-2009.

Private piano, voice instructor

Aug, 2005 - Jun, 2009

Music Masters store

I was a private piano and voice instructor for 4 years at this music store in Scottsdale. AZ

Title I Tutor, Summer School

Jun, 2005 - Jul, 2007

Scottsdale Unified School District

I taught Title I summer school for 7 weeks, summer 2005, 2006, and 2007 for the Scottsdale School District, Scottsdale, Arizona. I was a reading, Language Arts, tutor in Scottsdale, Arizona. i hold an English As A Second Language endorsement, K-12, from University of Phoenix, Phoenix, Arizona.

Music Educator

Sep, 2003 - May, 2014

Scottsdale Unified School District

I have 11 years experience as a choral and general music educator, grades 4-8; and 3 years experience as an orchestra director, grades 4-8 for this school district.

Adjunct Music Educator

Aug, 1990 - Jun, 2000

University of Montana, Western

I have 10 years experience teaching credit and non-credit classes; Creating Music 101, Piano in Class 101, Basic Guitar 121, Intermediate Guitar 102, and Advanced Guitar 103 for University of Montana/Western, Dillon, Montana, part time.

Music Educator

Aug, 1986 - May, 2003

Various school districts in Montana

I taught choir and orchestra classes at several elementary and middle schools in Montana for public school districts, part time, for 17 years.

Private piano, voice, guitar, organ, mandolin, bass, and flute instructor

Jan, 1983 - Present

Fleming Music Studio

I have owned my music studio since 1983 and have taught the above instruments and vocal lessons, all ages and level of expertise except flute lessons (beginner only). Currently teach private studio lessons (March 2023).

Education

Bachelor of Music Education

Aug, 1971 - Feb, 1976

Montana State University

Masters Degree--Teacher Leadership

Jun, 2013

Grand Canyon University, Glendale, AZ

English As A Second Language endorsement, K-12

Aug, 2004 - Mar, 2007

University of Phoenix

Library Science

Jul, 1997 - Jun, 1998

University of Montana

Graduate Work, Composition

Aug, 1983 - Mar, 1984

Montana State University

Certifications

Music Education, K-12

Mar, 1976

Montana State University

I hold a music education degree from Montana State University, Bozeman, Montana.

Standard Secondary Education, 7-12; Music K-12

Sep, 2012

Arizona Department of Education

Music K-12 certificate, Standard Secondary Education certificate, Arizona.

English As A Second Language, K-12

Mar, 2007

University of Phoenix

I hold an English As A Second Language teaching endorsement, K-12 through the University of Phoenix, Phoenix, Arizona.

Library Science, K-12

Jun, 1998

University of Montana/Western

I hold a Library Science certification, Grades K-12 from University of Montana/Western, Dillon, Montana.

Awards

OUTSTANDING EDUCATOR

Oct, 2006

Marquis Edition, Who's Who of American Women, 2006

Guitar Scholarhip, Crown Guitar Foundation

Jul, 2018

Crown Guitar Foundation, Bigfork, Montana

TEN YEAR SERVICE AWARD

May, 2013

Scottsdale Unified School District, Scottsdale, Arizona

OUTSTANDING EDUCATOR, Marquis Edition, Who's Who Among American Women

Sep, 2008

Marquis Book Edition, Who'a Who, 2007,2008

Affiliations

American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers

May, 1976

The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) is a membership association of more than 480,000 US composers, songwriters, lyricists and music publishers. The ASCAP is committed to nurturing music makers throughout their careers.

National Association of Recording Industry Professionals

Aug, 2015

Formed in 1998, the National Association of Record Industry Professionals (NARIP) brings together the brightest minds and leading innovators in the global record and music industries. NARIP was created specifically for record industry professionals.

National Education Association

Aug, 2005

The National Education Association (NEA), the nation's largest professional employee organization, is committed to advancing the cause of public education. NEA's 3 million members work at every level of education—from pre-school to university graduate programs. NEA has affiliate organizations in every state and in more than 14,000 communities across the United States.

Music Teachers National Association

Mar, 1986

The MTNA was founded in 1876 with the goal of advancing the value of music study and music-making to society while supporting the careers and professionalism of teachers of music. With nearly 22,000 members in 50 states—and more than 500 local affiliates—the MTNA is the preeminent source for music teacher support, where members embody like-minded values and commitment to their students, colleagues and society as a whole, while reaping the rewards of collaboration, continuity and connection throughout the lifetime of their careers.

Languages

English

Native Proficiency

Spanish

Limited Proficiency

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