KELSEY HAGAN

khagan@mail.bradley.edu

EDUCATI ON
BRADLEY UNI VERSI TY Peoria, IL
Bachelor of Music Education (December, 2014) (GPA: 3.93)
American Orff Schulwerk Association Level 1 Certification


ACTI VI TI ES
National Association for Music Educators Chapter - Founder and President
o Collaborated with local professionals to organize seminars to benefit future educators
Sigma Alpha Iota Womens Music Sorority- Vice President of Ritual
o Organized, delegated, and trained members for ceremonies throughout the year
Kappa Phi Womens Club - Sisterhood Chair
o Planned and hosted various activities to promote growth within the organization
Bradley Chorale, Chamber Singers, Womens Choir, Symphonic Winds, Percussion Ensemble


HONORS & AWARDS
Deans List all semesters
Honors Program (Minimum of 28 ACT score and 3.75 GPA)- all semesters

EXPERI ENCE
Teaching:
STUDENT TEACHER Neuqua Valley High School - Naperville, IL - Fall 2014
Developed and led lessons that integrated National Core Arts Standards
Devised interactive technological lessons for Music Theory classes
Researched, rehearsed, and performed multiple songs in concert

NOVI CE TEACHER Bolin Elementary School, Fall 2013
Planned daily lessons and unit plans adhering to national standards
Modernized and differentiated curriculum through inclusion of Orff method
Assessed student progress via formative and summative formal evaluation

NOVI CE TEACHER Tremont Middle School, Spring 2013
Developed music theory lesson plans to adhere to National Standards
Implemented use of technology for instructional variation

Directing:
PI T PERCUSSI ON DI RECTOR Washington Comm. H.S., - Washington, IL - Summer 2014
Augmented existing curriculum via daily lesson plans for 15-20 students
Coordinated with parent volunteers to manage equipment logistics

MUSI CAL THEATRE DI RECTOR Morton Park District, Summer 2013 Morton, IL =Summer 2014
Provided varied pedagogical instruction for cast of 40 students ages 6-18
Trained performers to study score and script to develop interpretations and stylistic accuracy




MUSI CAL THEATRE DI RECTOR Peoria Public Schools Peoria, IL - Spring 2014
Devised long and short-term rehearsal plans for cast of 60 middle school students
Assessed performers formatively and informally in individual and group settings
Managed sound board and implemented microphone master schedule

MUSI CAL THEATRE DI RECTOR Cornstock Theatre Peoria, IL - Summer 2012, Fall 2013
Served as rehearsal and performance pianist
Developed rehearsal plans over 6 week period for cast sizes of 15-70 members ages 8-65
Managed musical pit including orchestra personnel and equipment

Other:
CAMP COUNSELOR Peoria Academy Peoria, IL - Summer 2014
Originated and implemented curriculum for pre-school students
Mediated interpersonal camper issues and guided campers to resolve conflicts independently
Facilitated diversified learning environment via parental consultation

CAMP COUNSELOR RiverPlex Recreation and Wellness Center Peoria, IL - Summer 2013
Created and implemented new activities for campers
Modified activities to include students with special needs
Mediated interpersonal camper issues to ensure a positive environment

CAMP COUNSELOR Interlochen Center for the Arts Interlochen, WI - Summer 2012
Managed schedules and ensured timeliness for 16 campers
Created a welcoming, safe, and homelike environment
Managed and resolved conflict efficiently among campers

ASSI STANT RESI DENT ADVI SOR Bradley University, Fall 2011-May 2012
Developed diverse floor programs to cultivate a welcoming environment for residents
Promoted positive relationships through mediation and resolution of conflicts
Assisted with administrative duties and secured building on weekend evenings

REFERENCES
Dr. Kerry Wal ters
Bradley University
Associate Professor, Voice
309.677.2601
kew@fsmail.bradley.edu

Dr. Davi d Vroman
Bradley University
Chairperson, Department of Music
309.677.2605
dvroman@fsmail.bradley.edu

Dr. James Ri mi ngton
Bradley University
Adjunct Professor of Music Education & Voice
309.677.4561
jrimington@fsmail.bradley.edu

Rene Maygi nnes
Bradley University
Gift Records Coordinator
309.677.3156
rmayginnes@fsmail.bradley.edu

J. Ryan Ri mi ngton
Neuqua Valley High School
Music Educator- Choral/Music Theory
630.428.6000 ext.4820
ryan_rimington@ipsd.org

Jay Kel l ner
Neuqua Valley High School
Music Educator- Choral
630.428.6000 ext.4819
jay_kellner@ipsd.org