Ave B.

Grade School Music Teacher

Sacred Heart School ATeneo de Cebu, Philippines • Tiempo completo

Apr 1992 - Jul 2020 • 28 yrs 3 mos

A highly experienced Music Educator with 27 years of service in academic institutions, specializing in elementary music education and the Kodály Method. Served as a Grade School Music Teacher (Grades 1–6) at Sacred Heart School – Ateneo de Cebu from 1992 to 2021, designing and implementing a structured music curriculum focused on musical literacy, vocal development, and performance training. Led Music and Movement programs for early grades, directed the Angklung Ensemble, and provided piano accompaniment for school Masses, graduations, and major institutional events. Directed stage productions including West Side Story and Aladdin Jr., demonstrating strength in choral training, ensemble leadership, and theatrical music direction. Served as a resource speaker for seminars on Kodály and Dalcroze methodologies, inclusive education, classroom management, and teaching children with developmental delays. Participated in national and international music education conferences, including the XIII International Kodály Symposium in Manila. Since 2020, has been working as a Top-Rated Online Piano Teacher on the Fiverr platform, delivering structured virtual piano instruction to students worldwide. Holds a Master of Arts in Music Education with Kodály Emphasis from The Philippine Women’s University, a Bachelor of Music from Colegio de la Inmaculada Concepcion, and a Diploma in Special Education from Cebu Technological University, and is a Licensed Professional Teacher.