Student Teaching Experience - Bolingbrook High School - Bolingbrook, IL
(2026-01 - 2026-05)
Grades 9-12. Classes: 3 choir ensembles, class piano, special ed. Choir, Madrigals, Acapella
- 11 weeks of full takeover
- Formulated adaptive/differentiated lessons for students with disabilities- mental and physical
- Assisted with one-on-one vocal techniques for students
- Curated, assigned, and graded various lessons, units, and assessments
- Conducted four pieces during Winter Concert in February
- Attended IMEC and early release professional learning for professional development, January 2026
Field Experience - Bolingbrook High School - Bolingbrook, IL
(2025-09 - 2025-12)
Grades 9-12
- Completed 85 hours of active teaching
- Taught and assisted with two choir ensembles
Field Experience - Lincoln Jr. High School - Naperville, IL
(2025-01 - 2025-03)
Grades 5-8
- Completed 40 hours of active teaching; Mentored practicum student through modeled teaching
- Taught choir; Supported instruction in ukulele, guitar, and bass
Field Experience - Bednarcik Jr. High School - Oswego, IL
(2025-01 - 2025-03)
Grades 6-8
- Completed 52 hours of active teaching and observations
- Led choir instruction in music theory, aural skills, and repertoire; Taught general music: elements, history, and performance
Field Experience - Wood View Elementary - Bolingbrook, IL
(2024-06 - 2024-06)
Grade 4
- Completed 54 hours of active teaching and observations
- Collaborated with faculty to plan and deliver interdisciplinary lessons; Assisted with instruction in math, music, and reading
Field Experience - River Woods Elementary - Naperville, IL
(2024-02 - 2024-03)
Kindergarten- Grade 5
- Completed 57 hours of active teaching and observation
- Assisted with general music instruction; Taught four music lessons on rhythm, vocal technique, and movement
Executive Board President - North Central Music Education [NCME] - Naperville, IL
(2023-12 - 2025-12)
- Led monthly meetings and presented on various professional development; Organized leadership workshops
- Curated and maintained a positive learning environment through teambuilding and collaboration
Field Experience - Highlands Elementary School - Naperville, IL
(2024-09 - 2024-10)
Grade 2
- Observed inclusive classroom practices with students on IEPs/504 Plans
Student Worker - North Central College - Music Department - Naperville, IL
(2024-09 - 2025-12)
- Supported faculty with administrative tasks
- Coordinated outreach to local high school music departments
Workshop Participant - Golden Apple Summer Institutes
(2024-06 - 2025-12)
Mission: Golden Apple inspires, develops and supports teacher and school leader excellence, especially in schools-of-need
- Workshop/trainings in various classroom skills: management, differentiation, inclusivity, and equity
Orientation Leader/First Year Mentor - North Central College - Naperville, IL
(2024-03 - 2025-12)
- Guided new students through one-on-one meetings and orientation sessions
- Collaborated with faculty to deliver presentations and classroom support
- Fostered a safe, supportive environment for student-faculty communication
- Reinvented First Year Experience to provide a smoother transition into college
Pinoy Club (Filipino Cultural Club) Co-President - North Central College - Naperville, IL
(2023-12 - 2025-12)
- Founded and led the college's first Filipino cultural club
- Organized events, managed logistics, and coordinated team efforts
- Maintained member engagement and retention through regular communication and updates
