Jacob Wright
Standard 7: The teacher of PK-12 music demonstrates professional responsibility and reflective practice.
In order for my students to gain the most knowledge and be setup for success, I as the teacher must be prepared and organized. Whether through lesson planning, score study, or assessment of myself and my students I must be prepared for each rehearsal. Practicing my teaching and conducting are vital to ensemble and student success, just as a coach would not show up to practice without knowing the plays or how to address their team, a music teacher cannot show up to class or rehearsal not being able to conduct the music and give meaningful feedback to the students. If the students can read that I am unprepared, they will start to believe that it is okay for them to not be prepared. While I am preparing my music I must be critical of myself, making sure to prepare myself to the highest standard so I am capable of guiding my students in every manner and through every rehearsal.
Throughout my career, I have attended and will continue to attend workshops and in-service conventions such as KSMEA, the Midwest Clinic in Chicago, or the Conn-Selmer Institute to engage in professional development and discussion with my colleagues.
https://www.midwestclinic.org/#
http://ksmea.org
Standard 7: The teacher of PK-12 music demonstrates professional responsibility and reflective practice.
In order for my students to gain the most knowledge and be setup for success, I as the teacher must be prepared and organized. Whether through lesson planning, score study, or assessment of myself and my students I must be prepared for each rehearsal. Practicing my teaching and conducting are vital to ensemble and student success, just as a coach would not show up to practice without knowing the plays or how to address their team, a music teacher cannot show up to class or rehearsal not being able to conduct the music and give meaningful feedback to the students. If the students can read that I am unprepared, they will start to believe that it is okay for them to not be prepared. While I am preparing my music I must be critical of myself, making sure to prepare myself to the highest standard so I am capable of guiding my students in every manner and through every rehearsal.
Throughout my career, I have attended and will continue to attend workshops and in-service conventions such as KSMEA, the Midwest Clinic in Chicago, or the Conn-Selmer Institute to engage in professional development and discussion with my colleagues.
https://www.midwestclinic.org/#
http://ksmea.org