BRENT BARNES

3601 Meadow Bluff Ln Sachse, TX 75048

214.620.8883
brentbarnes@hotmail.com
SUMMARY
A skilled, analytical leader and teacher motivated by a strong desire to see students grow into competent, wellst
rounded individuals who are prepared for success in a global, 21 century economy. A loyal, dedicated worker well
equipped to take on great responsibility while still devoting attention to detail with an emphasis on excellence. Quick
to connect with students and professionals in a way that makes them feel valued while possessing a unique ability to
exercise authority sensitively. Challenges students in the areas of character development, inquiry, and cooperative
learning to make the learning process exciting, meaningful, and applicable. Eagerly integrates diverse perspectives
and input from team members to carry out community vision and goals.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Garland Childrens Chorus, Garland, Texas

August 2012 May 2016

Assistant Choir Director

Managed enrollment, attendance, uniform orders, parent communication, event planning, and
musical preparation for all events with competency and expertise.
Authoritatively directed weekly choral rehearsals and students instructing them with skill and
proper technique demonstrations.
Effectively communicated with parents regarding attendance, behavior, rehearsals, uniforms,
events, auditions, field trips, social gatherings, and concerts.
Provided advice and encouraged positive student-family relationships through interaction with
individuals while exemplifying integrity and authenticity.
Directed the chorus publicly at several distinguished events including the gala opening of the Rory
Meyers Childrens Adventure Garden at the Dallas Arboretum.
Montclair Elementary School, Garland, Texas

August 2009 - Present

Music Teacher
Engineered the school-wide master schedule with care to include all specials and activities
equally while maximizing time for classroom instruction and meeting requirements of federal and
state law.
Founded the Montclair Elementary School Honor Choir for fourth and fifth grade students creating
a high-caliber choir experience where students experience travel and performance opportunities
and have garnered several high ratings at contests judged by superior individuals in the field.
Serves on several campus improvement committees providing perceptive insight to promote
student advancement, family involvement, and campus unification.
Astutely tutors students in other subject areas and coaches academic teams participating in
University Interscholastic League competition furthering sphere of influence as an invested
individual and educator.
Provides engaging daily music instruction to every student of Montclair Elementary according to
district curriculum guidelines while cultivating a culture and love for music among all community
members.
Established a classroom environment boasting a positive learning atmosphere that is highly
managed, yet promotes creativity for a diverse student body while differentiating instruction for
students with special needs, English language learners, and gifted and talented students.
Intentionally identifies, guides, and advises musically gifted students in the area of additional
music enrichment opportunities such as private lessons, Garland Childrens Chorus, Childrens
Chorus of Greater Dallas, and the TCDA Texas All-State Childrens Chorus.
Graciously incorporates the use of parent volunteers and school staff to professionally produce
regular school-wide events including Montclairs Got Talent, monthly PTA performances, and
yearly holiday productions actively involving greater than 200 students.

Brent Barnes

Resume

Lawton First Assembly of God, Lawton, Oklahoma

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May 2006 - July 2009

Associate Worship Arts Pastor

Managed advertisement, enrollment, recitals, building schedule, bookkeeping and payroll for the
Lawton First School of Arts, promoting a positive experience for students and teachers.
Utilizing critical thinking skills, managed the development of human resources policy, financial
handbook, and inventory of assets for the entire church.
Using Microsoft Excel, organized and supervised scheduling of all church musicians for various
venues and events to effectively provide worship appropriate to the audience and setting.
Administered musical direction for multiple worship bands by training, evaluating, and positioning
talent, while fostering a culture of unity.
Counseled individuals in desperate financial, medical, and family situations as well as prospective
members of the church to guide personal growth through volunteering.
Pioneered and directed the Childrens Chorale with children from grades 3 5, training students
to sing in foreign languages using two-part harmony.
Instructed Lawton First Kid Voice Choir with 50+ children ranging from grades K 5, while
directing Christmas concerts and large-scale musicals in the spring each year.
Directed beginning orchestra, challenging young players to develop personal skill in note
accuracy, intonation, and musical phrasing, while advancing them as they improved.
EDUCATION
University of North Texas, Denton, Texas
Master of Education, Educational Leadership

2017

Evangel University, Springfield, Missouri

Bachelor of Music, Music Education

2006

CERTIFICATIONS
Principal Certification

2017

Kodaly Pedagogy Certification Level 1

2015

Orff-Schulwerk Pedagogy Certification Level 1

2011

Elementary and Secondary Education Certification in Music (Texas)

2009