23 Ross Road

Babylon, New York 11702

Bridget Phillips

(631) 828-9101

briphillips3@gmail.com

EDUCATION:
Westminster Choir College of Rider University, Princeton, New Jersey Bachelor of Music in Music Education, Cumulative Grade Point Average: 3.64 December 17th, 2013

TEACHING EXPERIENCE:
2012 Elementary Practicum Central Elementary School, East Brunswick, New Jersey Taught general music to grades 1-5 in a supervised practicum. Designed lessons incorporating Kodly and Orff methodologies to develop creativity and music literacy

skills. Differentiated instruction to meet the learning styles of all students and special education students who were mainstreamed into the classroom. Observed the fourth and fifth grade choir.
2013

Secondary Practicum Broad secondary practicum teaching experience across multiple, weekly secondary placements including: William Penn Middle School, Yardley, Pennsylvania; Newtown Middle School, Newtown, Pennsylvania; Community Middle School, Plainsboro Township, New Jersey; Pennsbury High School, Fairless Hills, Pennsylvania. Student Teacher Central Elementary School, East Brunswick, New Jersey - Taught grades K-5. - Maintained a healthy and enjoyable environment for the students. - Created and taught music lessons for general music grades K-5. - Designed lessons incorporating Kodly, Orff, and Dalcroze methodologies to develop creativity and music literacy skills. - Integrated technology, aligned to the National Standards for Music Education and to the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards. - Differentiated instruction to meet the learning styles of all students and special education students who were mainstreamed into the classroom. - Assisted with the Central Elementary School Choir. - Acted as substitute teacher when full-time teacher was absent. - Attended parent teacher meetings and conferences. Choral Teacher Kid Esteem Montessori School, Lindenhurst, New York - Founded a choral program, ages Pre-K-4th grade. - Created 3 different choirs: Pre-K & Kindergarten, 1st & 2nd, 3rd & 4th. - Designed warm-up activities and created lesson plans incorporating Kodly and Dalcroze methodologies to develop creativity and music learning skills. - Integrated music of various languages to emphasize multicultural learning. - Differentiated instruction to meet the learning styles of all students and special needs students who were mainstreamed into the classroom.

2013

2014

RELATED EXPERIENCE:
2006-2012 Life Guard & Swim Instructor at Long Island Yacht Club, Babylon, New York - Direct supervision and safety of all individuals using the swimming pool. - Provided swimming instruction to students of various ages and ability. Life Guard & Swim Instructor at YMCA of Princeton, New Jersey - Direct supervision and safety of all individuals using the swimming pool. - Provided swimming instruction to students of various ages and ability. Head Life Guard & Swim Instructor at NSHAMA Day Camp, Great Neck, New York - Supervised, trained, scheduled and evaluated the staff assigned to the facility. - Provided swimming instruction to students of various ages and ability. - Managed the operation of two pools. Child Care Provider - Performed all aspects of childcare and supervision. - Prepared healthy snacks and meals. - Gave personalized tutoring to each child in regards to schoolwork on all of the major subject areas. Voice Teacher (Self-employed) - Taught ages 9-16 proper vocal technique. - Prepared repertoire intended for NYSSMA (New York State School Music Association). Church Choir at Bernardsville United Methodist Church, New Jersey - Soprano Section Leader. - Responsible for attending rehearsal every Thursday and singing at church services every Sunday. Babylon Chorale - Sings in Soprano section. - Perform concerts at various venues located throughout Long Island.

2010-2012

2013

2009-2014

2010-2014

2012- 2013

2014

CERTIFICATIONS/SKILLS:
CPR/AED & First Aid Valid Lifeguard Certifications (American Red Cross) Epi Pen Trained Computer: Microsoft (MS) Word, MS Powerpoint, MS Excel, MS Outlook, Smart Board, iPhoto, iMovie, Facebook, YouTube, iPads, and Email.

AWARDS/SCHOLARSHIPS:
2009 - 2013 2009 Present Provost Scholarship at Rider University Deans List

MEMBERSHIPS
2011- Present National Association for Music Education (NAfME) References available upon request.