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Alexandra D.

Millan
140 Oxford St. Portland, ME 04101 | admillan92@gmail.com | (203) 843-4913
EDUCATION
University of Connecticut
Master of Arts, Education
Program: Curriculum and Instruction
Inquiry Project: Developing a Modern Guitar Curriculum

Storrs, CT
May 2015

University of Connecticut
Bachelor of Science, Music Education
Bachelor of Arts, Music (Magna Cum Laude)

Storrs, CT
May 2014
May 2014

CLASSROOM EXPERIENCE
Edwin O. Smith High School
Storrs, CT
Graduate Intern Grades 9-12 Instrumental, Vocal, and General Music
Aug. 2014 May 2015
Collaborated with music department faculty to undertake a general program review and offered researchbased suggestions for improvement
Conducted research to develop a student-centered, culturally responsive guitar curriculum
Taught private instrumental lessons and music theory labs for groups of 3-6 band students
Conducted the String Orchestra in rehearsal and performance
Woodstock Academy
Woodstock, CT
Student Teacher Grades 9-12 Instrumental and General Music
Jan. 2014 May 2014
Developed and implemented daily lesson plans for music theory, class piano, symphonic band, concert
band, and jazz band
Differentiated music instruction for ELL and special needs students
Chaperoned music department trip to Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
Rehearsed and conducted select ensembles in the May Pops Concert
Facilitated activities including fundraising efforts, pep band performances, and the spring musical
The Rectory School
Clinic Placement Grades 2-8 Instrumental and General Music
Observed orchestra, band, and general music classes

Pomfret, CT
Jan. 2013 May 2013

Philip R. Smith Elementary School


South Windsor, CT
Clinic Placement Grades K-5 General Music
Sep. 2012 Dec. 2012
Observed general music and chorus classes
Helped organize and rehearse 5th grade mixed chorus performance
Developed and implemented team-taught lesson plans with another student intern
OTHER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Connecticut Music Educators Association
Coventry, CT
Regional Festival Adjudicator
2012 - 2015
Judged middle and high school auditions for the CMEA Regional Orchestras
Offered specific verbal and written feedback to help students improve their performance skills

True Colors Conference


Storrs, CT
Workshop Facilitator
March 2013
Modeled values of safety, respect, and inclusion to high school participants in a statewide LGBT conference
Facilitated workshop discussions for groups of 10-25 participants
UConn Music Department
Peer Tutor
Assisted undergraduate music majors with Harmony I and II coursework
Facilitated mock exam scenarios

Storrs, CT
Sep. 2012 May 2015

EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
Bowdoin International Music Festival
Brunswick, ME
Music Librarian & Orchestra Manager
June 2015 present
Maintain the Festival library and coordinate the distribution of chamber and solo works
Manage the Festival orchestra including creating rosters, scheduling rehearsals, organizing transportation to
rehearsals, and hiring contract musicians
Assist the Music Office Coordinator with scheduling and managing participant lessons, chamber groups,
master classes, concerts, and other activities.
Compile and distribute the weekly Festival newsletter
UConn Music & Dramatic Arts Library
Storrs, CT
Circulation Desk Attendant
Dec. 2012 May 2015
Processed and shelved library materials and interlibrary loans
Did shelf-reading, processing of damaged materials, and basic stack maintenance
Utilized excellent customer service skills to assist patrons in a variety of situations including reference
assistance, facilities use, and equipment maintenance
Marrakech, Inc.
Woodbridge, CT
Children and Youth Services Paraprofessional
May 2012 Dec. 2013
Provided direct services to children with physical, learning, and developmental disabilities
Implemented instructional and behavioral interventions and other habilitative programs for youths aged 8-15
Participated in recreational and learning outings with other consumers aged 8-18
ACTIVITIES
Double bass, Sarah LeMieux Quintet (Best Jazz New Haven, 2015)
Principal double bass, UConn Symphony Orchestra
Pit orchestra musician, Connecticut Repertory Theatre
Guest performer, UConn Wind Ensemble, UConn Symphonic Band

2014 present
2012 2014
2012 2014
2010 2014

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
Music technology: Sibelius, Finale, GarageBand, Mixcraft, Audacity, various recording hardware
Educational technology: SMART Board, StarBoard, iPad integration
Language: Basic Spanish proficiency

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