Yvonne M.
Instrument: Piano
Genres: Classical, Contemporary, popular
Location: Gaithersburg, Rockville, Olney, Potomac, Maryland
Why I work well with kids?
One of the factors that help me work well with kids is that I grew up the oldest of four with my youngest sibling 10 years younger than me. I always liked showing my siblings how to do something and soon I realized I developed patience because they did not always get what I was saying. One of my first semesters in college I took a class that helped me understand to look at teaching from all perspectives. I know every student is not going to understand it the same way as every other student. So I have found ways to make learning fun and serious at the same time. I have learned to adapt to each child’s needs. I have a cheerful attitude with a goal of mastery over the subject material.
Yvonne M. Bio and Resume
Bio
Location of Birth: Bowie, MD
I grew up in Bowie, Maryland and attended great schools as a Talented and Gifted student. I started taking piano lessons at the age of 10 and was classically trained until I graduated high school. I performed in many recitals through my two piano teachers and received several awards and recognitions. After high school I performed on the piano at Open Mic’s regularly, in particular one called The Year of the Rabbit. During that time I was writing my own songs and within 5 years I recorded 10 songs on a CD. I recently got married in 2009 and had a beautiful boy in 2010. I have been teaching piano since 2002. I love playing songs I remember and learning new songs, like the ones you hear on the radio. I also enjoy teaching students how to play songs on the radio too, or any piece of music whether it is classical or not.
Resume
Summary
• Great people skills and friendly communication on the phone and in person.
• Dedicated student at University of Maryland College Park with current GPA of 3.2.
• Experience working in an office setting with answering phones, and various office duties.
Education University of Maryland College Park College Park, MD
Enrolled in the Family Science Department with expected graduation date of
December 2011. 2002-present
Anne Arundel Community College, Arnold, MD
A.A. in General Studies; Certificate in Computer-Aided Design and Drafting
Graduated in 2000 1998-2000
Washington Christian Academy Silver Spring, MD
High School Diploma
Graduated in 1997
Actively involved in Young Life – a nonprofit youth organization. 1994-1997
Career History & Accomplishments
Piano Teacher, B&B Music World
• Teaching students how to read music to play the piano.
• Keeping a good rapport with students and their parents.
• Preparing students to perform in front of an audience.
Piano Teacher, Music & Arts Center
• Teaching students how to read music to play the piano.
• Organize lessons according to student’s learning abilities.
• Provide engaging sessions and maintaining good rapport with students and their family.
2008- present2002-2007Reading, Writing, and Math Tutor, Sylvan Learning Center
• Tutored elementary, middle, and high school students in a small group educational setting.
• Followed lesson plans, graded and recorded assignments in student’s folder.
Junior Application Engineer, Invensys-Pritchett
• Assisted engineers with drafting blueprints and transferring to the computer.
• Helped create easy-to-use computer graphics for customers.
• Utilized skills with AutoCAD to assist HVAC engineers. 2002-20032001-2002Receptionist/Data Entry, Vidi Appraisal Services, Inc.
• Entered data into the computer relating to real estate properties.
• Answered phones, helped customers with questions, and relayed messages.
Office Assistant, Potomac Testing, Inc.
• Responsible for relaying phone messages and creating office documents.
• Organized files and helped engineers with AutoCAD blueprints. 2000-2001
1999-2000
References upon request.
Hobbies Camping, playing the piano, composing songs, traveling, playing chess, billiards, bowling, miniature golf, analyzing movies, dancing, listening to music, and speaking French.
Fun Facts
Most Influential Musicians/Bands: Jewel, Billy Joel, Eric Clapton, Evanescense, Toby Lightman, James Blunt, Enya, Alicia Keys, Vanessa Carlton, Louis Armstrong, The Righteous Brothers, Dave Matthews, Tori Amos, Adam Lambert
Favorite Quote: If life gives you lemons, make lemonade.
Favorite Movies: Princess Bride, What About Bob?, The Matrix, Good Will Hunting, The Pink Panther, Step Up, Meet The Parents, Little Miss Sunshine
Places Traveled: Paris, France; San Diego, California; San Francisco, California; The Virgin Islands (Carribbean); Ocho Rios, Jamaica; The Cayman Islands, Grand Cayman; Antigua (Carribbean); San Juan, Puerto Rico; Nassau, Bahamas; Charleston, South Carolina; Quebec, Canada; Orlando, Florida; Savannah, Georgia; Naggs Head, North Carolina; Tybee Island, Georgia
How would your friends describe you? Animated, Upbeat, Talented Pianist, Organized, Intelligent, Fun, Good Sense of Humor, Honest, Thoughtful, Caring
Hobbies: Analyzing Movies, Billiards, Bowling, Creating Photo Albums/Scrapbooking, Painting on Canvas, Listening to a variety of Music, Traveling, Miniature Golf, Open Mic at Coffee Shops, Karaoke
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Comments (1)
I want to say that it has been a pleasure working with Yvonne. She was patient, caring, and clear with her instruction — and Isabelle absolutely adores her. I would be happy to recommend her to any beginning student.
Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions. We look forward to continuing our relationship with B&B and Yvonne next year.
All the best,
Marcus