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Michael Wiles

Taichung,TXG

Summary

Twenty+ years experience teaching, designing, and assessing instruction for diverse student populations with a focus on engagement and imparting a love of music and desire for excellence. Exceptional skill in nurturing and developing a wide variety of performance groups and ensembles to showcase musical growth and achievement. Developed and taught extracurricular activities in group violin, orchestra, and musical theatre.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Music Teacher

American School In Taichung
08.2004 - Current
    • Developed and implemented a varied and engaging music program for students in grades 1-12.
    • Researched and designed standards-based curriculum for Middle and High School music classes.
    • Conducted instrumental and vocal ensemble rehearsals and performances for in-school and out-of-school community concerts and events.
    • Collaborated with school community to initiate after-school violin program and orchestra club.
    • Produced and directed musical theatre productions and drama plays.

Strings Teacher

Taipei American School
08.2002 - 06.2004
  • Taught Lower School violin program for grade 3-5 students from beginner to advanced level.
  • Rehearsed and conducted Middle School Cadet Orchestra and Upper School String Orchestra for school concerts.
  • Collaborated to research and design school strings curriculum.

Violin Teacher

Diocesan College
02.1998 - 12.2000
  • Taught violin to students age 9-18
  • Prepared students for school concerts and ABRSM exams.
  • Mentored advanced students in preparation for auditions and competitions, providing constructive feedback for improvement.

Education

Doctor of Education -

University of Durham
Durham, UK
01.2018

Performer's Diploma of The Royal College of Music -

Royal College of Music
London, UK
07.1983

Skills

  • Group string teaching
  • Conducting
  • Teacher collaboration
  • Curriculum development
  • Sibelius
  • Adobe Audition
  • Soundtrap
  • Google Classroom

Timeline

Music Teacher

American School In Taichung
08.2004 - Current

Strings Teacher

Taipei American School
08.2002 - 06.2004

Violin Teacher

Diocesan College
02.1998 - 12.2000

Doctor of Education -

University of Durham

Performer's Diploma of The Royal College of Music -

Royal College of Music
Michael Wiles