Violin with Susanna S.

Pittsburgh Civic Symphony

Principal Violist of the Pittsburgh Civic Orchestra. The Pittsburgh Civic Orchestra performs 5 concerts a year between September through May.

Hillel Academy of Pittsburgh

Provided small group string instruction two afternoons per week at the school. Offered individual instruction to students over the summer at the school.

Music Studio of Susanna S.

• Provides Violin, Viola and Cello instruction to 60+ students per week aged 7 to adult. Teaches all levels from beginners through advanced. • Operates privately owned teaching studio from my home and offers online lessons via TakeLessons Classroom, Zoom, Skype, FaceTime, Facebook Messenger and Google Hangouts/Meet. • Provides private lessons on cello, viola and violin and an annual recital for local students and a virtual recital for online students.

WIlson County Schools

• Served as Assistant Principal for two K-5 Title 1 Elementary Schools. Testing Coordinator for both schools. Served as Bus Coordinator and Field Trip transportation coordinator for both schools. Served as LEA for IEP and 504 meetings and Chair of Intervention team at both schools. • Managed Discipline, Read 3D Data Walls, involved in interview process for school staff. Involved in grade level PLC meetings, • Completed the Future Ready Leadership program through NCPAPA and CCRESA. • Involved in mentoring and evaluating teachers, Member of Community in Schools team at Vick Elementary, involved in K-5 Common Core Curriculum

Pitt County Schools

• Planned, directed, promoted, and led orchestra performances and concerts • Taught keyboard, world drumming and guitar to general music classes • Directed and taught middle and high school students in all orchestra stringed instruments • Co-Founded and directed the North Pitt Attendance Area Middle School String Orchestra in 2008-2010 • Served as Exploratory Department Chair, on the School Improvement Team, as a Mentor Teacher and a First Responder.

New Hope Solebury School District

• Directed and taught middle and high school orchestra classes and elementary school string lessons. • Coordinated and met with music parent support groups to assure open communications and organized events for musical groups. • Coached and prepared students to audition and participate in the County, District, Regional and All State orchestras. • Registered and competed in local orchestra competitions with the middle and high school orchestras. • Managed and supervised High School Music department trips out of state.

Pottsgrove School District

• Directed and taught middle and high school orchestra classes and elementary school string lessons. • Coordinated and met with music parent support groups to assure open communications and organized events for musical groups. • Coached and prepared students to audition and participate in the County, District, Regional and All State orchestras. • Registered and competed in local orchestra competitions with the middle and high school orchestras. • Managed and supervised High School Music department trips out of state.

Music Studio

• Operated privately owned teaching studio. • Provided lessons, performance classes and recitals for violin and viola students, ages 7 through adults. • Managed all aspects of the teaching studio.

Atlanta Public Schools

• Created and directed elementary string programs in five elementary. • Provided small group and large group instruction for 3-5 grade students on string instruments. • Conducted after school orchestra for students. • Wrote and developed standards of Music Education as member of the Standards Writing team for Music. • Instructed violin and viola lessons at the Summer Arts Camp.

State University of New York at Purchase

East Carolina University

University of Denver, Lamont School of Music

Carnegie Mellon University

Carnegie Mellon University

PA Music Education K-12 Certification

PA Dept. of Education

East Carolina University

PA Principal K-12 Certification

Sigma Alpha Iota

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PCMEA Region IV

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Sigma Alpha Iota is a professional International Music Fraternity for women. Formed to uphold the highest standards of music and to further the development of music in America and throughout the world, it continues to provide musical and educational resources to its members and the general public.Sigma Alpha Iota operates its own national philanthropy, Sigma Alpha Iota Philanthropies, Inc.

The American Viola Society is a nonprofit organization of viola enthusiasts, including students, performers, teachers, scholars, composers, makers, and friends, who seek to encourage excellence in performance, pedagogy, research, composition, and lutherie. United in our commitment to promote the viola and its related activities, the AVS fosters communication and friendship among violists of all skill levels, ages, nationalities, and backgrounds.

PMEA is a statewide nonprofit organization of over 4,500 members, dedicated to promoting the musical development of all Pennsylvanians. The present membership evolved from a small group of band directors dating from 1933. Today, the organization includes those engaged in music instruction at all levels, from preschool through college and university, as well as those in the music industry, merchandising and publishing. The organization promotes and supports quality music education, learning and performance as well as promoting and supporting music education in schools and communities. PMEA is affiliated with The National Association for Music Education, NAfME.

Founded in 1907, NAfME is among the world’s largest arts education organizations. NAfME advocates at the local, state, and national levels; provides resources for teachers, parents, and administrators; hosts professional development events; and offers a variety of opportunities for students and teachers.

The American String Teachers Association, founded more than 60 years ago, is a membership organization for string and orchestra teachers and players, helping them to develop and refine their careers. ASTA's members range from budding student teachers to artist-status performers. The organization provides a vast array of services, including instrument insurance, an award-winning scholarly journal, discounts on publications and resources, annual professional development opportunities, and access to collegial network of colleagues throughout the string profession.

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