Dr Rosalind Cardenas
Heanor,Derbyshire
Summary
Experienced music educator with a focus on student engagement and curriculum development.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work history
Part-Time Learning Support Assistant - Inclusion
Derby College
Derby, Derbyshire
09.2024 - Current
- Delivered additional learning support opportunities to small student groups with high needs, enabling improved academic confidence.
- Assisted struggling pupils during class hours, leading to improved performance over time.
- Offered students personalised support during in-class activities and projects.
- Supported students with various learning difficulties to understand key concepts in core subjects.
- Provided additional support to students with learning difficulties, increasing their confidence and engagement.
Part-Time Music Lecturer
Access Creative College
Lincoln, Lincolnshire
12.2023 - 10.2024
- Coordinated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary courses.
- Lectured on complex subjects for better student understanding.
- Facilitated workshops, tutorials and seminars with opportunities to stimulate students' critical thinking and analysis.
- Collaborated with other lecturers to share best practices in teaching methodologies.
- Mentored struggling students by creating individualised solutions suited to specific needs.
- Promoted self-expression through composition assignments, inspiring creativity among pupils.
Full-Time PhD Scholarship with Teaching Duties
University of West London
London, London
05.2020 - 05.2023
- Planned, coordinated and executed research projects to gain insight into Engagement in Primary School Music Education.
- Presented research findings with clear communication and data visualisation skills.
- Maintained accurate records of interviews, ethically maintaining confidentiality of subjects.
- Designed a research project to produce scientifically sound results while working with limited infrastructure and resources.
- Organised and facilitated workshops, tutorials and seminars with opportunities to stimulate students' critical thinking and analysis.
- Attended public speaking events to deliver presentations.
Part-Time Guitar Teacher
Nottingham Music Service
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
02.2020 - 03.2023
- Maximised enjoyment by tailoring lessons to students' specific musical interests.
- Delivered creative, engaging guitar lessons, teaching up to 18 students aged 9-16.
- Took care of equipment and rental items to maintain in good working order.
- Encouraged students to reach full potential in performances, exams and auditions.
- Implemented behavioural strategies to reduce behavioural incidents.
- Analysed class progress and adjusted strategies to maintain growth and learning.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Multi-instrumental Music Tutor
Self-Employed
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
03.2009 - 03.2023
- Set personalised targets for pupils, communicating progress through regular parent correspondence.
- Updated documentation for school and student records.
- Evaluated student performance and provided feedback and assistance to improve musical skills.
- Encouraged students to reach full potential in performances, exams and auditions.
- Taught appreciation of arts by instructing on concepts and including students in hands-on activities.
- Stayed up-to-date with knowledge of examinations requirements to adequately prepared students for exams and practicals.
Short Course Tutor (Original Songwriting)
Nottingham Trent University
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
10.2017 - 07.2020
- Planned lessons to target subject weaknesses and build skills within strengths.
- Maximised student retention by providing inclusive, stimulating learning experiences with positive results.
- Harnessed technology and virtual learning to enhance student experiences.
- Tailored teaching styles to tutor students with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
- Produced modules and adapted teaching resources for different learning styles.
- Set clear targets and delivered feedback to achieve student goals.
Content Writer
Zing Instruments
London, London
10.2017 - 05.2020
- Collaborated with writing team and content manager to develop strategic content.
- Produced high quality, impactful content to strict deadlines, consistently meeting brand standards.
- Wrote marketing articles to promote product and services.
- Edited and proofread written documents to correct grammatical errors and punctuation.
- Navigated WordPress to write and submit website copy.
- Conducted research on assigned topics, generating comprehensive, factual content.
Guitar and Piano Teacher
ACEG Music
Derby, Derbyshire
05.2013 - 07.2018
- Taught guitar and piano practice and theory to beginners, building confidence and competence to quickly advance learning.
- Taught in-person guitar and piano lessons, allowing for maximum flexibility to suit student needs.
- Supported musicians in developing self-expression through music, encouraging music composition and adaptation.
- Maintained own guitar and piano practice to effectively guide and develop others, regularly attending workshops to enhance expertise.
- Evaluated student performance and provided feedback and assistance to improve musical skills.
Music Tutor
Access to Music
Birmingham, West Midlands
09.2010 - 09.2011
- Taught appreciation of arts by instructing on concepts and including students in hands-on activities.
- Evaluated student performance and provided feedback and assistance to improve musical skills.
- Coached students in voice, tempo and rhythm skills among other music courses.
- Encouraged students to reach full potential in performances, exams and auditions.
- Monitored student progress regularly and addressed knowledge gaps.
- Mentored struggling students by creating individualised solutions suited to specific needs.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy - Music
University of West London
London 05.2020 - 03/2025
Master of Arts - Music
University of Wolverhampton
Wolverhampton 09.2015 - 09/2016
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy and Creative Professional Writing
University of Wolverhampton
Wolverhampton 09.2012 - 06/2015
CTLLS - Education
Access to Music
Birmingham 09.2010 - 09/2011
Level 3 Diploma (RSL) - Music Educator
Access to Music
Birmingham 09.2010 - 06/2011
Level 3 Diploma (RSL) - Performing Musician
Access to Music
Birmingham 09.2008 - 06/2010
NCFE Level 2 - Music Technology
Burton College
Burton-on-Trent 09.2007 - 06/2008
GCSEs - Various
John Taylor High School
Burton-on-Trent 09.2002 - 06/2007
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Quality education
- Lecture planning
- School administration
- Classroom management
- Course preparation
- Individual mentoring
- Course material preparation
Timeline
Part-Time Learning Support Assistant - Inclusion
Derby College
09.2024 - Current
Part-Time Music Lecturer
Access Creative College
12.2023 - 10.2024
Full-Time PhD Scholarship with Teaching Duties
University of West London
05.2020 - 05.2023
Doctor of Philosophy - Music
University of West London
05.2020 - 03/2025
Part-Time Guitar Teacher
Nottingham Music Service
02.2020 - 03.2023
Short Course Tutor (Original Songwriting)
Nottingham Trent University
10.2017 - 07.2020
Content Writer
Zing Instruments
10.2017 - 05.2020
Master of Arts - Music
University of Wolverhampton
09.2015 - 09/2016
Guitar and Piano Teacher
ACEG Music
05.2013 - 07.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy and Creative Professional Writing
University of Wolverhampton
09.2012 - 06/2015
Music Tutor
Access to Music
09.2010 - 09.2011
CTLLS - Education
Access to Music
09.2010 - 09/2011
Level 3 Diploma (RSL) - Music Educator
Access to Music
09.2010 - 06/2011
Multi-instrumental Music Tutor
Self-Employed
03.2009 - 03.2023
Level 3 Diploma (RSL) - Performing Musician
Access to Music
09.2008 - 06/2010
NCFE Level 2 - Music Technology
Burton College
09.2007 - 06/2008
GCSEs - Various
John Taylor High School
09.2002 - 06/2007
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