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About Theresa D.
I am a former instrumental music teacher in the Catholic school system. I have been teaching in some way, shape or form for the past 20 years. My methods of teaching vary depending on the student and what they need to succeed. I make myself available between lessons via text, phone and email for questions regarding the lesson. Please let me know if you have issues with animals, I can put them in another part of the house. I have both cats and a dog. All of which are friendly.
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Theresa is very talkative and friendly. She is very talented and has multiple degrees in music. She is well-traveled and educated in teaching diverse students. More importantly Theresa is a good natured person who wants to empower others to achieve their dreams.
Teacher's Studio
Great piano teacher very knowledgeable and caring for students specially children
Student's Home
Theresa is a warm and knowledgeable teacher, and we feel lucky to have her!
Teacher's Studio
Patient
Nice experience
Student's Home
Muy Buena Maestra con buen metodo de ensenansa con ninos. Mantubo muy entretenida a la nena durante toda la hora de clase. Muchas Gracias. Quedamos encantados.
Student's Home
My grandson said it was a great lesson. And he told his dad he had fun. I now know that I will either buy a keyboard or a piano so that he can continue his lessons and practice. Thanks for invoking this type of enthusiasm into my little guy. I hope this is the beginning of more to come.
Teacher's Studio
Theresa is an excellent teacher. She made us very comfortable in her home but most of all, our child was incredibly happy with his first ever piano lesson. We are hoping for a great outcome.
Teacher's Studio
Theresa is amazingly talented! She is very patient. I was quite nervous during the first session. She made sure I was comfortable and she definitely makes learning super fun. I enjoy the classes.
Teacher's Studio
Theresa does a wonderful job guiding me along in my lessons. She carefully watches my technique, suggesting slight changes I can make in order to improve my style.
Teacher's Studio
Enjoyed the lesson. Received new perspective on concept practice and theory. Looking forward to my next lessons.
Teacher's Studio
This was my daughters first lesson and she came away loving it!
Teacher's Studio
He loves it
Teacher's Studio
Shes very sweet and reach out to me more than what I expect for my first day in class.
Teacher's Studio
Theresa is well versed in many different instruments. Her teaching skills are exceptional. Smart and easy going
Student's Home
Daughter is learning so much and she enjoys the teaching method that Theresa uses.
Student's Home
Theresa is a human encyclopedia of musical knowledge. She is patient, understanding and is willing to take the time to break down a particular element of learning so it it's more readily understandable to a student trying to learn a new instrument. I highly recommend her to anyone who wants to learn most any instrument since she teaches so many different ones.
Teacher's Studio
Great a working with and engaging kids! Only knocked down one star because the toddler daughter can be a little distracting during lessons....but otherwise, Theresa is great!
Teacher's Studio
My daughter thoroughly enjoys taking lessons from Theresa. She is energetic and enthusiastic when teaching. She really wants my daughter to learn how to not only play the piano, but to really enjoy playing the piano.
Student's Home
I enjoy Theresa's style. She has excellent knowledge and skill and is able to teach while giving the student confidence in a short amount of time. I played piano and violin when I was young. I am learning to play the flute as an adult and appreciate Theresa's teaching style.
Teacher's Studio
Although my son has an attention deficit problem and some other learning disabilities, Theresa is very patient and is an effective teacher- I am pleasantly surprised by my son's progress.
Teacher's Studio
Although my son has an attention deficit problem and some other learning disabilities, Theresa is very patient and is an effective teacher- I am pleasantly surprised by my son's progress.
Teacher's Studio
Nice teacher
She was very nice & informative. She greeted me at my car & invited me in with a smile. I believe my experience with learning the piano will be a geese journey. She is a great teacher.
Teacher's Studio
Theresa is very accommodating with Preston and makes the drum lesson fun. He enjoys it very much!
Student's Home
I find Theresa to be almost like a kindred spirit. Not only does she have MUCH knowledge of her artistry but, of course, shares my love for music, children, animals, crafting, sports etc. In addition, she has great patience with me which has enabled me to learn an artistry that I never really thought to be possible. I am VERY pleased with her instruction.
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Experience
Private Lesson Teacher
Sep 1996 - PresentSelf employeed
I have been teaching since 1996, starting at my local elementary school as an after school program for students that would otherwise not be able to afford lessons. After I was hired as a school teacher, I stopped teaching private lessons until 2008. Since then I have maintained my studio with a min. of 20 students with varying instruments.
Musical Instrument Supervisor/ Teacher
Jul 2009 - Sep 2012Best Buy
One of my most memorable students had physical and mental difficulties which made it hard for him to communicate using words. After only one lesson, the student's mother (a college professor) was surprised to see a vast improvement. She had never seen him respond to any other teacher the way that he responded to my teaching.
Music Teacher
Jan 2001 - Jul 2008Instrumental Music Program
I taught grades 3-8. I taught all woodwinds, brass, percussion, piano and recorder. A former student from one of my schools is the recipient of the Rhodes scholarship and is currently attending Dartmouth College. Many of my former and current students have also recieved scholarships to different high schools for music.
Education
Bachelor Degree in Music
Sep 1998 - Jun 2001University of Maryland Baltimore County
Associate Degree in Music
Sep 1995 - Jun 1998Essex Community College
Languages
English
Fluent / Native Proficiency
Certifications
Shied the vulnerable
Aug 2014Archdiocese of Baltimore
Stand training
Aug 2012Archdiocese of Baltimore
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