Catherine A. Kurilko | 1963 Ardmore, Trenton, MI | 734.778.3417 | katiekurilko@gmail.

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EDUCATION
Master of Educational Leadership & Policy, MI Administrator PK-12 Certification | August 2021
University of Michigan School of Education, Ann Arbor, MI
Education Studies Department Scholarship Recipient
Cumulative GPA: 4.0 Dean’s List: All Semesters

Bachelor of Music in Music Education, MI K-12 Certification (JQ) | December 2018

Michigan State University College of Music, East Lansing, MI
MSU Evans Scholarship: four-year full tuition and housing scholarship for select golf caddies
Cumulative GPA: 3.75 Dean’s List: All Semesters

TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Y5 – 5 Vocal Music Teacher Ann Arbor, MI | August 2019 – Present
Bryant & Pattengill Elementary Schools – Ann Arbor Public Schools
• Utilize Music Learning Theory to teach children how to sing, dance, and begin instrumental learning
• Collaborated with grade-level teachers to implement music learning and humanities lessons in homeroom
classrooms in addition to music class
• Enlighten Young 5’s through 2nd graders about harmony, form, folk dance, and various musicks by
planning & implementing detailed lessons
• Conceptualized and planned yearly virtual and in-person performances for March is Reading Month, Dr.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a second grade “Spring Sing”, as well as regular informal classroom
performances

Ann Arbor Summer Learning Institute Music Teacher Ann Arbor, MI | Summer 2020
Ann Arbor Public Schools
• Adapted vocal music instruction to summer school pK – 2nd grade students using Music Learning Theory
• Instructed live classes online, using Google Meet, Zoom, and Schoology

Early Childhood Music Teacher Dexter, MI | September 2019 – April 2020

Hudson Music Center – 501(c)3 Non-Profit
• Accelerated toddler and preschool aged children’s musical aptitude through engaging musical activities
• Enabled each child to express, create, and develop critical thinking by exploring various musical ideas

Long-Term Substitute Teacher (Kindergarten) Ann Arbor, MI | January – June 2019

Lakewood Elementary – Ann Arbor Public Schools
• Developed and implemented lessons in all content areas based on the common core curriculum
• Recorded the growth and development of all students using formal and informal assessment tools

Long-Term Substitute Teacher (Theatre) Ann Arbor, MI | January – June 2019

Lawton Elementary – Ann Arbor Public Schools
• Coached 2nd grade students in listening and speaking skills through speech and drama

K-5 Vocal Music & Beginning Band Student Teacher Ann Arbor, MI | August – December 2018
Lakewood Elementary – Ann Arbor Public Schools
• Coordinated with mentor teacher to develop, implement, and create inspiring Music Learning Theory
lessons to students
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Catherine A. Kurilko | 1963 Ardmore, Trenton, MI | 734.778.3417 | katiekurilko@gmail.com
LEADERSHIP
Curriculum Developer 2020-2021 School Year
Ann Arbor Public Schools Elementary Music Department
• Administered coordinated lessons to distribute to the Ann Arbor Public Schools elementary music staff
• Streamlined Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol & Universal Design for Learning models into
music curriculum

President of Gordon Institute for Music Learning July 2021 - Present

Michigan Chapter
• Schedule and network with renowned experts in music in order to present at workshops
• Delegated tasks alongside GIML Treasurer in order to create a budget for the fiscal year

Assistant Head Counselor Sidney, ME | Summers, 2016 – 2021

New England Music Camp
• Hire, prepare, and manage counselors to guide campers into successful group living and personal growth
• Lifeguard manager and head of all waterfront activities, including sailing, kayaking, and swimming

Vice President of Gordon Institute for Music Learning July 2019 – July 2021
Michigan Chapter
• Supervised President to determine workshop dates and other chapter activities
• Curated a songbook for member purchase

Academic Integrity Hearing Board Member August 2016 – May 2018

Michigan State University
• Selected by the Dean of the College of Music due to high academic achievement and merit
• Worked with faculty and fellow board members to have jurisdiction over academic grievances brought
by students to contest a charge of academic misconduct

CERTIFICATIONS
Michigan K-12 Music Teacher (JQ) December 2018 – June 2028
Illinois K-12 Music Teacher Professional Educator License March 2022 – June 2027
Michigan Elementary & Secondary Administrator PK-12 (ES) June 2021 - June 2026
Illinois General Administrative Endorsement Pending
Professional Advanced Education Technology K-12 April 2021

ADDITIONAL SKILLS
• Music Learning Theory leader and teacher
• Responsive Classroom teacher
• Classical pianist, singer, and guitarist
• Fluency with Google Applications (including Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Forms)
• Well-versed in Microsoft Office Suite and Apple iWork Suite