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I am a dedicated music educator currently teaching K-5 and PreK-8 students in Nashville, Tennessee. I design lesson plans based on Tennessee Music Standards, direct choral productions, and collaborate with fellow educators to provide inclusive and engaging music education to over 100 students. Passionate about fostering a safe and supportive learning environment, I adapt my teaching methods to cultural backgrounds and class sizes while maintaining open communication with students, parents, and staff. With academic roots from Fisk University and Austin Peay State University, I hold a teaching license for Tennessee and continuously pursue professional development. Alongside teaching, I compose soundtracks and film scores, collaborate with Emmy-nominated composers, and contribute to esteemed ensembles such as the Fisk Jubilee Singers, bringing a rich blend of performance and education to my career.…I am a dedicated music educator currently teaching K-5 and PreK-8 students in Nashville, Tennessee. I design lesson plans based on Tennessee Music Standards, direct choral productions, and collaborate with fellow educators to provide inclusive and engaging music education to over 100 students. Passionate about fostering a safe and supportive learning environment, I adapt my teaching methods to cultural backgrounds and class sizes while maintaining open communication with students, parents, and staff. With academic roots from Fisk University and Austin Peay State University, I hold a teaching license for Tennessee and continuously pursue professional development. Alongside teaching, I compose soundtracks and film scores, collaborate with Emmy-nominated composers, and contribute to esteemed ensembles such as the Fisk Jubilee Singers, bringing a rich blend of performance and education to my career.

Tory Westbrook II

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I am a dedicated music educator currently teaching K-5 and PreK-8 students in Nashville, Tennessee. I design lesson plans based on Tennessee Music Standards, direct choral productions, and collaborate with fellow educators to provide inclusive and engaging music education to over 100 students. Passionate about fostering a safe and supportive learning environment, I adapt my teaching methods to cultural backgrounds and class sizes while maintaining open communication with students, parents, and staff. With academic roots from Fisk University and Austin Peay State University, I hold a teaching license for Tennessee and continuously pursue professional development. Alongside teaching, I compose soundtracks and film scores, collaborate with Emmy-nominated composers, and contribute to esteemed ensembles such as the Fisk Jubilee Singers, bringing a rich blend of performance and education to my career.…I am a dedicated music educator currently teaching K-5 and PreK-8 students in Nashville, Tennessee. I design lesson plans based on Tennessee Music Standards, direct choral productions, and collaborate with fellow educators to provide inclusive and engaging music education to over 100 students. Passionate about fostering a safe and supportive learning environment, I adapt my teaching methods to cultural backgrounds and class sizes while maintaining open communication with students, parents, and staff. With academic roots from Fisk University and Austin Peay State University, I hold a teaching license for Tennessee and continuously pursue professional development. Alongside teaching, I compose soundtracks and film scores, collaborate with Emmy-nominated composers, and contribute to esteemed ensembles such as the Fisk Jubilee Singers, bringing a rich blend of performance and education to my career.

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I am a dedicated music educator currently teaching K-5 and PreK-8 students in Nashville, Tennessee. I design lesson plans based on Tennessee Music Standards, direct choral productions, and collaborate with fellow educators to provide inclusive and engaging music education to over 100 students. Passionate about fostering a safe and supportive learning environment, I adapt my teaching methods to cultural backgrounds and class sizes while maintaining open communication with students, parents, and staff.

With academic roots from Fisk University and Austin Peay State University, I hold a teaching license for Tennessee and continuously pursue professional development. Alongside teaching, I compose soundtracks and film scores, collaborate with Emmy-nominated composers, and contribute to esteemed ensembles such as the Fisk Jubilee Singers, bringing a rich blend of performance and education to my career.

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Music Teacher at Hull Jackson Montessori Elementary School

November 1, 2023 - Present

Educate students from grades K-5 on the fundamentals of music. Create a safe learning environment by adapting to cultural backgrounds, class size, and communication with students, parents, and staff. Form lesson plans based on Tennessee Music Standards for over 100 students at various grade levels. Assess student learning with formative and summative methods, and grade students accurately based on participation and learning. Produce and direct choral productions. Collaborate with Metro Nashville Public Schools music educators and attend professional development and staff meetings. Maintain student records.

Music Teacher at St. Pius X Classical Academy

May 1, 2024 - August 23, 2025

Educate students from PreK-8 on the fundamentals of music. Create a safe learning environment adapting to cultural backgrounds and class size, maintaining communication with students and staff. Develop lesson plans for over 100 students at multiple grade levels. Produce and direct choral productions for student programs. Show commitment by attending professional development and staff meetings. Maintain student records.

Substitute Teacher at Clarksville-Montgomery County School System (CMCSS)

May 1, 2024 - August 23, 2025

Follow lesson plans or create them if unavailable. Record student attendance. Supplement lesson plans with additional activities when possible. Maintain classroom discipline and foster a safe and productive learning environment. Compile reports on attendance, lesson progress, disciplinary actions, and positive developments. Follow school emergency protocols and adhere to district policies and procedures.

Student Teacher in Music at Oak Hill School

May 1, 2022 - August 23, 2025

Designed and implemented lesson plans including homework and course assignments. Worked collaboratively with the teacher to learn classroom and behavior management. Assessed students' progress through group and individual sessions.

Music Teacher at Hull Jackson Montessori Elementary School

November 2, 2023 - Present

Educate K-5 students on music fundamentals following Tennessee Music Standards. Create a safe and culturally responsive learning environment, assess students, produce and direct choral productions, collaborate with Metro Nashville Public Schools music educators, attend professional development, and maintain student records for over 100 students.

Music Teacher at St. Pius X Classical Academy

May 1, 2024 - September 4, 2025

Educate PreK-8 students on music fundamentals. Develop lesson plans for over 100 students, produce and direct choral productions outside the classroom, maintain student records, and engage in professional development opportunities and staff meetings.

Substitute Teacher at Clarksville School District (CMCSS)

May 1, 2024 - September 4, 2025

Follow or create lesson plans for K-12 classes, record attendance, supplement lessons with activities, maintain discipline according to policies, compile detailed reports, and adhere to emergency protocols and school policies across the district.

Student Teaching in Music at Oak Hill School

May 1, 2022 - September 4, 2025

Designed and implemented music lesson plans, prepared homework and assignments, learned classroom and behavior management, and assessed student progress in both group and individual settings.