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Rhonda Stones

Ridgeland

Summary

Dynamic educator and arts director with a rich history at Step of Faith Christian Academy, adept in classroom management and fostering creativity. Proven track record in elevating student engagement through innovative drama productions and comprehensive literature teaching. Skilled in piano accompaniment and choral conducting, I excel in building meaningful relationships and inspiring artistic excellence. What has not been shown is that I taught and used my drama gifts at Hilton Head Christian Academy for 27 years. All these gifts I received from my Lord and Savior and It is my goal to use my skills for His glory.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher, Fine Arts Director

Step of Faith Christian Academy
08.2019 - Current

I have taught various classes over the years such as: Bible, English (grades 6-12), Art/Drama, World Studies, British Lit, Art/Drama for grades 4-6 and yearbook.


My Drama responsibilities entailed 2 large drama productions (Arsenic and Old Lace, Peter Pan, Annie, Willie Wonka, Guys and Dolls, The Wiz, My Fair Lady, Beauty and the Beast, Tarzan, Bye Bye Birdie, Annie Get Your Gun, Mary Poppins, High School Musical, Esther, Night at the Museum.....), often a dinner theater, one acts and coordinating performances for SCACS or ACSI fine arts competition (choric reading, one acts, dramatic interpretation, reader's theater) as well as coaching black light teams, mime/clown teams and sign language.


As you can see I love theater but I also have a great love for literature and enjoy teaching all ages.

Pianist and Choir Leader

The Crossroad Baptist Church
05.2018 - Current
  • Explored diverse musical genres to maintain a versatile repertoire, increasing demand for performances at various engagements.
  • Played at regular events or [Venue].
  • Collaborated with performers and producers to determine and achieve desired sound for production.
  • Applied knowledge of harmony, melody, rhythm, and voice production to individualize presentations and maintain audience interest.
  • Selected music carefully in order to achieve balance of musical styles on program.

Youth Director

The Crossroad Baptist Church
05.2018 - 08.2024
  • Coordinated and attended annual church events to foster and build intergenerational fellowship and outreach.
  • Developed comprehensive curricula for various age groups, ensuring developmental appropriateness and inclusivity.
  • Organized successful fundraising events that increased financial support for youth-focused initiatives significantly.
  • Increased youth engagement by developing and implementing innovative programs tailored to their interests.
  • Attended staff meetings and submitted announcements to church newsletter and calendar of events to facilitate open communication with church congregation.
  • Managed budgets effectively, allocating resources efficiently towards program development and improvement initiatives.
  • Implemented bible study and faith and life issues and social responsibility topical studies to foster effective ministry for youth education.
  • Built lasting relationships with youth and parents or guardians.

Education

MA - Intermediate Education, Testing And Measurements

Clemson University
Clemson, SC
08-1980

Elementary Education, Early Childhood

Central Wesleyan College (now Southern Wesleyan U.
Central, SC
05-1979

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Strategic planning
  • Chamber music experience
  • Rehearsal planning
  • Relationship building
  • Decision-making
  • Improvisational skills
  • Choral conducting
  • Youth mentoring
  • People management
  • Ensemble building
  • Lesson planning
  • Motivating students
  • Teaching experience
  • Creativity and innovation
  • Sight-reading proficiency
  • Piano accompaniment

Timeline

Teacher, Fine Arts Director

Step of Faith Christian Academy
08.2019 - Current

Pianist and Choir Leader

The Crossroad Baptist Church
05.2018 - Current

Youth Director

The Crossroad Baptist Church
05.2018 - 08.2024

MA - Intermediate Education, Testing And Measurements

Clemson University

Elementary Education, Early Childhood

Central Wesleyan College (now Southern Wesleyan U.
Rhonda Stones