HANNAH

YOUNG

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6130

WEST FETLOCK TRAIL

hannahraeyoung@gmail.com
P H O E N I X | AZ 8 5 0 8 3
623 332 3826
hannahyoungeducationportfolio.weebly.com

EDUCATION
Arizona State University
Fall 2010-December 2014
1. Bachelor of Music, Choral/General Music Education
GPA 4.0, Presidential Scholarship, Deans List, K-12 Certification, SEI Endorsement
2. Minor in English Literature
Highly-Qualified in 6-12 English Education
3. Non-required courses taken in Early Childhood Development, Educational Psychology,
Educational Technology, and Special Education

TEACHING

EXPERIENCE

Music Teacher at Sonoran Heights Elementary School (DUSD)

Spring 2015
1. Taught K-8 general music classes, making necessary adaptations for students with special
needs and differentiating instruction to meet the needs of all learners
2. Created curriculum from a constructivist perspective using principles from the Orff and
Kodaly method and project-based learning
3. Currently developing a K-3 music concert where students will sing, dance, and accompany
themselves on classroom instruments which will be in May
Private Piano Teacher
Summer 2007-present
1. Created curriculum from a constructivist perspective focusing on creating and performing
music and transferring knowledge learned in music lessons to different areas of life
2. Taught students of varying stages of development (ages 5-adult) of both typical and special
needs, making necessary adaptations to help each individual student succeed
3. Planned and executed various performing events including service recitals at retirement
homes and a Music Education recital where students explored career options by performing
alongside college music students
4. Created marketing materials for recruiting new students including our studio website and
our studio SoundCloud page
Student Teacher at Sunset Ridge Elementary School (DVUSD)
Fall 2014
1. Developed lessons and taught 1-6 grade general music classes making necessary adaptations
for students with special needs and differentiating instruction to meet the needs of all
learners
2. Taught 6-8 grade choirs and prepared them to perform at a collaborative school/community
arts showcase and a performance of Frozen

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Intern at Terramar Elementary School (DVUSD)

Spring 2014
1. Developed lessons and taught 1-6 grade general music classes making necessary adaptations
for students with special needs and differentiating instruction to meet the needs of all
learners
2. Tutored 7-8 grade vocal soloists and ensemble members for the Solo and Ensemble Festival
Intern at Arcadia High School (SUSD)
Fall 2013
1. Critically observed and taught the innovative Contemporary Music and Sound program
where students are wholly involved in the music-making process by creating, processing, and
performing their music
2. Gained the skills necessary to implement a high school general music program of this nature
3. Created a quarter-long unit plan connecting music to telling stories focussing on English
Language Arts, drama, dance, and art connections
Intern at Centennial High School (PUSD)
Fall 2012
1. Taught high school choral ensembles of various levels and types helping students
understand how the ensemble functions as a whole and how to use this understanding to
work together as a team
2. Created interdisciplinary lesson plans focussing on analyzing choral music through text with
an emphasis on literacy
3. Critically observed a variety of levels of English classes, gaining knowledge of strategies for
differentiation, classroom management, grouping structures, and student engagement

ACTIVITIES
Alpha Gamma Delta
Fall 2011-December 2014
1. Planned and participated in events to raise awareness and funds for various charitable
organizations
2. Recruited new members
ASU Choral Ensembles
Spring 2011-May 2014
Performed large choral works in various performing venues
COMMUNITY SERVICE
Over 100 hours of community service:
1. Facilitated group music therapy/performing events for residents at Sun Valley Lodge and
Emeritus at Arrowhead retirement homes
2. Tutored ELLs in the Cartwright School District
SKILLS
1. Competent pianist, vocalist, flutist, and accompanist
2. Skilled in using music software including GarageBand, Audacity, and Sibelius