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Hi there! I’m Clarissa Horner, a dedicated music educator with nearly a decade of classroom experience and a passion for teamwork. I have experience in management and marketing for both my school music programs and my small crochet business. I also have over 20 years of theatre experience both on stage and in director positions.…

Clarissa Horner

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Hi there! I’m Clarissa Horner, a dedicated music educator with nearly a decade of classroom experience and a passion for teamwork. I have experience in management and marketing for both my school music programs and my small crochet business. I also have over 20 years of theatre experience both on stage and in director positions.…

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Hi there! I’m Clarissa Horner, a dedicated music educator with nearly a decade of classroom experience and a passion for teamwork.

I have experience in management and marketing for both my school music programs and my small crochet business. I also have over 20 years of theatre experience both on stage and in director positions.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Pre K-8th Grade Teacher at Vicksburg-Warren School District

August 1, 2017 - June 1, 2025

Licensed teacher in English (7-12) and Music Education (K-12). Taught English, General Music, Choir, and Robotics to up to 30 students at a time for up to 75 minutes. Mentored students to audition for All-State Honor Choirs. Communicated with parents, administrators, and faculty about student behavior and academic performance both in person and remotely. Managed funds and ensured proper expenditure in accordance with district policy and procedures. Conducted market research and obtained multi-quote justification for major purchases (e.g., auditorium fixtures and district-wide music-learning software). Facilitated group work and managed projects from planning to completion, while teaching others how to handle delegated responsibilities and how to resolve disputes or disagreements.

Graduate Instructor and Assistant at The University of Mississippi

August 1, 2015 - May 1, 2017

Taught a class of 20 undergraduate students in Music Appreciation. Stage-managed events and performances in the recital hall. Recorded and maintained student attendance to performances.

Small Business Owner at Knotty Stitch Witch

April 1, 2025 - Present

Establishing, owning, and operating a crochet business. Tracked monthly account credits, debits, sales tax, profits, and losses. Advertised merchandise, created promotional posts, and prepared for markets.

Board Member / Costume Director at Vicksburg Theatre Guild

July 1, 2020 - July 1, 2024

Assisting in the organization of fundraisers and collection of funds for the theatre. Directing and assistant directing musical productions with cast and crew of up to 30 people. Developed costume management system and organizational procedures.