Heather Elise Morrison
Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter Day Saints
O'Fallon
22
years of professional experience
Experienced music educator with strengths in collaboration, organizational skills, and adaptability. Proven ability to create engaging learning environments and support diverse learners, eager to contribute to impactful educational initiatives.
Compassionate educator with a focus on individual student needs and emotional support. Adept at creating structured learning environments, committed to advocating for academic success and fostering musical growth.
Work History
Owner, Private Piano Lesson Teacher
22 Years 6 Months- Compassionate and patient educator, balancing a positive environment with high expectations.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans tailored to individual student needs, including those with ASD.
- Break complex tasks into manageable steps. Use repetition, visual cues, and structured routines to support skill development.
- Encourage students to build confidence and foundational piano skills
- Established and maintained a welcoming studio environment for students and parents.
- Professionally trained concert pianist with experience in orchestral and choral conducting and accompanying.
Education Advocate & Household Manager
11 Years 9 Months- Provide daily academic support for my two children with reading-based learning disabilities.
- Work closely with teachers and specialists to reinforce literacy and study strategies at home.
- Help implement structured learning routines and skill practice.
- Support emotional regulation and persistence during challenging learning tasks.
- Advocate for appropriate academic support and accommodations through teacher and specialist communication and attending IEP meetings.
Lead Music and Children's Ministries Volunteer
4 Years 2 Months- Organize and execute a weekly worship service music program, including providing organ accompaniment.
- Train and support youth music leaders in choral conducting.
- Provide piano accompaniment for the children’s ministry.
- Secretarial support for children’s ministry.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Piano
- Tuition Scholarship Recipient
- Coursework included: Conducting, Two years of Group Singing, University Chorale participant, Solo piano, organ, and accompaniment skills, Pedagogical Instruction
- Accompanied private vocal lessons
Skills
Positive attitude
exceptionally collaborative
Professionally trained concert pianist with experience in orchestral and choral conducting and accompanying.
Excellent organizational skills from managing my own piano studio. our family home
and as a secretary volunteer at church.
Excited for the opportunity to work as Assistant Choir Director
RTI or Sped Aide within District 90
Timeline
Lead Music and Children's Ministries Volunteer
Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter Day Saints
05.2022 - CurrentRead More
Education Advocate & Household Manager
Full-time Caregiver
10.2014 - CurrentRead More
Owner, Private Piano Lesson Teacher
Elise Morrison Piano
01.2004 - CurrentRead More
Brigham Young University
Bachelor of Arts from Piano
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