Michael Scott Allen
Guangzhou
Summary
Enthusiastic ,passionate Music Educator who has worked with students from elementary to High School in the United States, Haiti, Germany,Philippines and China.
Exceptional abilities and ability to motivate students to develop strong Orchestra and General Music programs.
Professional cellist who has performed concerts in the United States, Europe, Haiti, the Philippines and China.
Ability to have forward thinking in music education with extensive knowledge in World Drumming and Music Technology.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Music Teacher
ISA Science City International School
2020.08 - Current
- Develop and implement an instrumental and traditional Chinese Music Ensemble grade 6-12.
- Instruct Music students in Grade 6-10 in MYP IB Curriculum
- Instruct Music students in Grade 11-12 in DP IB Curriculum.
- Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment that encourages creativity, collaboration, and a love for music.
- Plan and organize rehearsals, performances and ensemble activities to showcase students' talents and enhance their musical understanding.
- Assess students progress regularly through formative and summative evaluations providing constructive feedback and guidance for improvement.
- Communicated effectively and regularly with students, parents and colleagues regarding student's progress.
- Attended online and in person Professional Development in Category 1 and 2 MYP workshops and Category 1 Dp IB workshops.
- Member of the Artificial Intelligence task force for school policy .
Music Teacher
Shangde Experimental School
2019.08 - 2020.07
- Taught MYP Music grades 6-8
- Taught instrumental afterschool orchestra and assisted with other music ensembles
- Taught Interdisciplinary curriculum with music and other subjects
- Member of IB MYP National Workshop Committee for Bilingual Schools in China.
- Presented a Workshop on Music and Science Interdisciplinary Units.
- Taught Online Music Classes to over 600 music students .
Music Teacher
Canadian International School Of Hefei
2017.08 - 2019.06
- Taught MYP Music Grade 6-10
- Taught DP Music Grades 11-12
- Taught ABRSM Music Theory and Cello
- Conducted Orchestra and Various other Music Ensembles
- Developed relationships and help foster communication with other Arts organizations in Hefei.
- Performed Concerts and workshops in MYP and World Drumming
Orchestra Teacher
Madison Metropolitan School District
1990.08 - 2017.06
- Taught Instrumental Music Grades 4-12
- Taught heterogeneous elementary String Instrument classes
- Taught Orchestra Grades 6-8
- Committee for the Arts
- Coordinated annual String Festival in all 4 High School Areas
- Arranged music and music scores for Music Events in the MMSD
- Conducted Workshops in World Drumming and String Education for Professional Development Workshops.
Education
DMA CELLO - Cello, Chamber Music, Music Education
University of Wisconsin Madison School of Music
Madison Wisconsin06.1995
Master of Arts - Music Education And Cello Performance
Northwestern University School of Music
Evanston Illinois06.1985
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education And Cello Performance
Lawrence University
Appleton Wisconsin06.1984
Skills
String Instrument Education
World Drumming
Music Technology
MYP Curriculum
DP Curriculum
Traditional Chinese Music Ensemble
Orchestral Conducting
Accomplishments
- Many students have gone on to work in many music and arts related areas throughout the world.
- Member of cohort of the Global Leadership Program -Youth Orchestra of the Americas. 2016-2017
- Member of the Camerata String Quartet from 2000-2017 as cellist.
- Principal Cello and Orchestral Cellist
- Wisconsin School Music Association Cello and Orchestral Coach for Wisconsin All State Orchestra
- Adjudicator for Wisconsin School Music Association Solo and Ensemble Regional and State Competitions
- Adjudicator for Music Competitions in Hefei China
- Orchestra and Cello Clinician for BLUME in Haiti
- Orchestra and Cello Clinician in Cebu El Sistema Music Program
- Trained in Books 1-8 Suzuki Cello
Timeline
Music Teacher
ISA Science City International School
2020.08 - Current
Music Teacher
Shangde Experimental School
2019.08 - 2020.07
Music Teacher
Canadian International School Of Hefei
2017.08 - 2019.06
Orchestra Teacher
Madison Metropolitan School District
1990.08 - 2017.06
DMA CELLO - Cello, Chamber Music, Music Education
University of Wisconsin Madison School of Music
Master of Arts - Music Education And Cello Performance
Northwestern University School of Music
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education And Cello Performance
Lawrence University
Similar Profiles
Kenneth HarveyKenneth Harvey
Teacher at ISA International SchoolTeacher at ISA International School
Lorvlie ClervilLorvlie Clervil
Teacher at Isa Institut Des Science AppliqueTeacher at Isa Institut Des Science Applique
OMOWUNMI DEBORAH NELSONOMOWUNMI DEBORAH NELSON
Math Teacher, Class Teacher, Head of Department at Lead City International School ( A Cambridge International School)Math Teacher, Class Teacher, Head of Department at Lead City International School ( A Cambridge International School)