As an educator, I am passionate about creating an inclusive and supportive

classroom for all my students. Every student deserves the opportunity to enjoy and
create music regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, or ability. I will work to
Elizabeth create a space in which students feel comfortable expressing their true selves
and become open-minded citizens.

Bird
EB Education
James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA
Bachelor in K-12 Music Education May 2020 - May 2024
Minor in Spanish Foreign Language
4989 Dequincey Drive
Magna Cum Laude
Fairfax VA, 22032
(703) 963 - 4184 Professional Experience
elbird2020@gmail.com
Harrisonburg High School: July 2023 - December 2023
Woodwind Instructor, Marching Band
Led clarinet sectionals that taught students technical, tonal, and practicing skills
Supervised instruction for 100 member band, primarily worked with 16 high school
Key Skills
clarinets and piccolos
Bilingual Attended weekly rehearsals, football games, and Saturday competitions as a supervisor
and staff member
Communication Skills
Leadership Skills JMU Middle School Lab Band: July 2023 - November 2023
Undergraduate Director
Fundraising Stretegies Extra-curricular Middle school band open to all students in the Harrisonburg/
Classroom Experience Rockingham/ Staunton school districts
Led weekly rehearsals for the concert band and supervised sectionals
Collaborated with co-directors and sectional teachers to create an enriching musical
environment for students at varying levels
Languages
Vienna Band Camp: June 2023 - July 2023
English Clarinet Sectional Instructor
Spanish Vienna Summer Band Camp: 4 sectional classes a day for 4 weeks
Taught a total of 150 Clarinet Students ranging from 8-15 years old
Co-taught students about clarinet foundations, technique, band repertoire, and practice
habits

JMU Center for Creative Propulsion: January 2023 - Present

JMUke Jammer
Lead Ukelele workshops for children, adults with disabilities, and community
patrons
Create slideshows and lessons to adapt to the learning needs of a specific student
group

Bird School of Music: August 2017 - Present

Private Music Teacher
personal private studio for clarinet and trumpet lessons
Maintained a studio of 8 students over 6 years: ages 7-13
Teach weekly lessons at each student’s house focusing on technique, tone development,
and practice habits

JMU School of Music: January 2023 - Present

Media Specialist
Operate filming and Livestream technology for concerts and recitals
Facilitate recital operations on and off stage, managing equipment and lighting
Musical Experience
JMU Symphonic Band: Principal Clarinet (2020-2023)
JMU University Choir Soprano-Alto (Fall 2023)
JMU Low Key Acappella: Mixed Voice Acapella group (2022 - 2024)
JMU Marching Royal Dukes: Clarinet Section Leader (2020 - 2023)
JMU Athletic Pep Band: Trumpet (Spring 2023)
JMU Wind Symphony: Clarinet (2021)
Leadership Experience
Low Key Acappella: May 2022 - May 2023
President
Supervised a Collegiate Mixed Voice Singing Group founded in 2000
Led a collaborative executive board and oversaw all organizational projects,
performances, and fundraisers, including an awarded studio album

Madison Association of Clarinets: August 2022 - August 2023

President
Coordinated fundraisers, and social activities for society members, and
communicated studio schedule
Worked with Dr. Jankauskas to create engaging musical opportunities for clarinet
players

Sigma Alpha Iota- Gamma Iota: May 2022 - May 2023

Treasurer
Coordinated a JMU merchandise fundraiser including data analysis, communicating
with over 150 customers, and distributing goods that raised thousands of dollars in
funding for philanthropies
Communicated with local businesses and restaurants to create partnerships to raise
money and awareness for music education
Professional Memberships
Sigma Alpha Iota- Gamma Iota
National Association for Music Educators
College Virginia Music Educator Association

References

Brian Thomas, Cooperating Teacher March 2024 - May 2024

Justice High School, (703) 824-3971
Matthew Baker, Cooperating Teacher January 2024 - March 2024
Cooper Middle School, (703) 585-5132
Amy Birdsong, JMU Music Education Professor September 2021 - May 2024
James Madison University, (804) 536-2845
Daniel Upton, HHS Marching Band Director July 2024 - November 2024
Harrisonburg High School, (540) 718-5251