Mariah Sands

Current Address 1 (715) 214-5739 (cell) Permanent Address

420C Haymarket Landing sandsmf@uwec.edu W1055 Olson Rd
202 Eau Claire St. Eleva, WI 54738
Eau Claire, WI 54701
Educational Background:
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Eau Claire, WI
Bachelor of Music Education Anticipated Graduation: December 16, 2017
PreK-12 Choral and General Music
Cumulative GPA 3.920/4.0
Honors Program Member
College of Education and Human Sciences Deans List Fall 2013, Spring 2014,
Fall 2014, Spring 2015
Eleva-Strum Central High School Strum, WI
Diploma, May 2013
Experience Related to Teaching:
Practicum Teaching, Fall Creek High School, Fall Creek, WI Fall 2017
Conducted warm-ups daily for the middle school and high school choir
Rehearsed the ensemble and lead sectionals
Conducted, Hallelujah by Leonard Cohen at the Fall Creek High School Pops Concert,
May 8, 2017
Critically analyzed the classroom, curriculum, and cooperating teachers teaching
techniques
Practicum Teaching, Fall Creek Elementary School, Fall Creek WI Fall 2017
Observed and practiced teaching techniques appropriate for elementary school children
Created lesson plans and practiced teaching with the classes of second grade students
Assisted in daily classroom activities
Applied developmentally appropriate language and teaching techniques
Practicum Teaching, Altoona Middle School, Altoona, WI Spring 2016
Conducted group warm-ups
Rehearsed ensemble and group sectionals
Conducted, Shut Up and Dance with Me by Walk the Moon at Altoona Middle School
Pops Concert; May 3, 2016
Assisted in recess duty and attend meetings with cooperating teacher
Choir Director, ELC Bateman, Chippewa Falls, WI September 2015-May 2016
Create lesson plans for rehearsals, and conduct the choir rehearsals.
Collaborate efficiently and effectively with the pastor of the church to establish a plan for
achieving the choir goals.
Teach adults about musical concepts and techniques in addition to the repertoire.
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Volunteer Choir Director, Rietenbosch Primary School, Cloetesville, South Africa Fall 2016
Conducted warm ups and the choir every week
Performed at the eBosch School Choir Festival on September 23, 2016
Camp Counselor, Luther Park Bible Camp, Chetek, WI June - August 2014 & 2015
Taught lessons about scripture, and guided exploratory and insightful discussions to aid
campers in their learning about themselves and the current topic.
Collaborated with fellow counselors to teach music, perform skits and conduct daily
worship services.
Catalyzed enthusiasm through participation in group activities while ensuring safety.
Professional Involvement and Leadership:
Sigma Alpha Iota
Active Member April 30, 2014 to Present
Vice President of Membership Academic Year: 2015-2016
Created lesson plans to engage future members and to effectively teach them about the
organization and its values.
Recording and Corresponding Secretary Spring Semester 2015
Fundraising Committee Academic Year: 2014-2015
American Choral Directors Association
Active Member Fall Semester 2014-Present
Collegiate National Association of Music Educators
Active Member Fall Semester 2015-Present
Pi Kappa Lambda, Delta Theta Chapter
Initiation May 13, 2016
Active Member May 13, 2016-Present
Student National Association of Teachers of Singing
Active Member Fall Semester 2013-Spring 2016
Secretary Academic Year: 2014-2015
Honors Living Learning Community (L.L.C.) Programmer Academic Year: 2014-2015
Organize monthly events geared towards the interests and themes of the L.L.C.
Worked with the Hall Director, Resident Assistants, and co-L.L.C. Programmer.

References:
Alan J. Rieck, Ph.D.
Assistant Vice President and
Assistant Dean of
Undergraduate Education
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA 16823
arj83@psu.edu
(814) 836-1864
Jefford B. Vahlbusch, Ph.D.
Director, University Honors Program
Professor of German
Honors Commons, McIntyre Library
L2002
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
Eau Claire, Wisconsin 54702
vahlbujb@uwec.edu
Lauren Lierman
Vocal Music Teacher
School District of Altoona
Altoona, Wisconsin 54720
llierman@altoona.k12.wi.us
(715) 839-6030, Ext 316
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(715) 836-4490