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Chloe Peterson

1126 25 Street Apt 7, Des Moines, IA 50311

Phone: 515-571-2907 * E-Mail: chloe.peterson@drake.edu
Education
Drake University, Des Moines, Iowa
Bachelor of Music Education
December 2015
Concentration: Choral Studies and General Music
GPA: 3.78/4.0
Iowa Central Community College, Fort Dodge, Iowa
Associate of Arts
May 2012
Concentration: Music

Student Teaching Experience

Freshmen Choral Student Director
August 2015-October 2015
Valley Southwoods Freshman High School, West Des Moines, Iowa
Plan and present lessons pertaining to various musical styles and genres
Conduct 3 ensembles for concert performances
Grade student assessments based on sight reading and aural skills
Use conflict resolution skills to address classroom behavior
K-5 General Music Student Teacher
October 2015December 2015
Hanawalt Elementary School, Des Moines Public School District, Des Moines, Iowa
Plan and present lessons addressing Kodaly, Dalcroze, and Orff methods of teaching
Utilize critical thinking activities to help students understand new materials
Facilitate students learning by guiding student discovery

Practicum Experience
7th and 8th Grade Treble, Bass, and Mixed Choruses
Spring 2015
Indian Hills Junior High, West Des Moines, Iowa
Observed rehearsal techniques and strategies for changing voices
8th and 9th Grade Treble, Bass, and Mixed Choruses
Fall 2013
Ankeny Southview Middle School, Ankeny, Iowa
Contributed feedback during show choir rehearsals
Assisted teaching vocal technique in individual voice lessons
K-5th Grade General Music
Fall 2013
Hubbell Elementary School, Des Moines Public School District, Des Moines, Iowa
Collaborated with cooperating teacher to plan and present instructional lessons
Worked one on one with students on improving writing skills

 Interacted with students in a small group setting

K-6th Grade General Music
Fall 2012
Lincoln Elementary School, Cedar Falls Community School District, Cedar Falls, Iowa
Collaborated with cooperating teacher to plan and present instructional lessons
Supported student learning by leading small collaborative groups
Facilitated students learning by guiding student discovery
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Related Experience
Childrens Choir Director
September 2015Present
West Des Moines United Methodist Church, West Des Moines, Iowa
Plan and present lessons for Sunday worship services
Work with students individually on pitch matching and rhythmic accuracy
Voice Teacher
2015-July 2015
Art Force Iowa, Des Moines, Iowa
Interacted with students in a small group setting
Taught individual voice lessons

June

Leadership Experience
Alto Section Leader
August
2014-Present
Drake Choir, Drake University, Des Moines, Iowa
Teach parts in a small group setting utilizing visual, aural, and kinesthetic techniques
Collaborate with colleagues to achieve a common goal
Vice President
January 2014December 2014
ACDA Student Chapter, Drake University, Des Moines, Iowa
Collaborated with officers to review important topics for guest speakers
Corresponded with members about important information
Designed posters to inform members of meetings
General Manager
August 2011-May
2012
ICCC Music Department, Iowa Central Community College, Fort Dodge, Iowa
Oversaw and assisted in selecting Show Choir participants
Collected information regarding suggestions for potential new fine arts activities
Coordinated Spring Show Choir Showcase

Honors and Awards

Pi Kappa Lambda
2015
Encouragement Award-Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions
January 2015

May

 2nd place-Iowa NATS Auditions

2015
Drake Presidential Scholarship for Academic Merit
2013-Present
Drake Music Scholarship
Present
Presidents List
Fall 2013
Deans List
2014-Present

Related Skills

Proficient on piano and clarinet

Basic trumpet skills
Musical theatre background
Basic dance skills

Certifications
Mandatory Reporter
Blood-borne Pathogens

November
Fall
Fall 2013-

Spring