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Jóhannes Finnsson

Jóhannes Finnsson

S.E. Monroe

Summary

10+ years of experience in education and working with youth, children and adults. Strong leadership, innovation and relationship-building skills. Extensive experience in different cultural and socio-economic environments. Holistically minded and detail-oriented with a successful background in K-12 music, multiple elementary and middle school subjects, as well as special education, coaching and mentorship. Looking for a new teaching role with long-term potential.

Work History

Preschool Teacher

Runavík Preschool
Runavík, Faroe Islands
02.2024 - 07.2024
  • Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child's progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
  • Collaborated within a team of 5 teachers and aides focused on individualized child development for all students, incl. gifted, autism spectrum, ADHD, trauma.
  • Planned and taught daily lessons in music and language arts (20 students).

Choir Director

Meinigheitshúsið Home Mission Church
Tórshavn, Faroe Islands
03.2023 - 05.2024
  • Mixed 15 member three-part choir performing music with exciting contemporary rhythms.
  • Mentored individual choir members, providing personalized guidance on vocal technique, stage presence, and musicianship for improved performance quality.
  • Educated students on proper vocal techniques and vocal warm-ups.

Private Voice Teacher

Tórshavn Evening School
Tórshavn, Faroe Islands
10.2023 - 12.2023
  • Taught fundamentals such as airflow, resonance, and vocal techniques.
  • Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, beats, and music styles.
  • Taught performance approaches and techniques.
  • Provided specific feedback to students.
  • Mentored struggling students with individualized approach to enhance learning.

Kindergarten Classroom Teacher

Runavík Public School
Glyvrar, Faroe Islands
02.2022 - 02.2023
  • Student growth and development, Faroese, Music, Special Education.
  • Delivered structured lessons (3 per week) on readiness skills by emphasizing rhythm, phonics, handwriting, as well as interpersonal skills.
  • Observed and assessed student performance and charted progress (weekly and monthly).
  • Lead daily music assemblies.
  • Frequent communication with support services, child protection officers, school leadership, and parents.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress for students with e.g. Autism spectrum, ADHD, Selective mutism.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.

Music Teacher

Haven Of Peace Academy
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
08.2017 - 12.2020
  • K-8 General Music / 8-12 Choir and Musical Theatre / 6-8 Service Learning.
  • Taught K-8 music lessons.
  • Organized and lead weekly school assemblies with primary, middle, and senior school.
  • Taught Service Learning and Mentor Groups.
  • Student bands grades 6-8 and 9-12.
  • Primary school Christmas musicals.
  • Middle school Easter music projects.
  • Organized concerts with musical participation of students, staff, parents, and guests.
  • Trained new music assistant.
  • Facilitated private musical instrument lessons taught by visiting teachers.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles for all students within the classroom environment incl. gifted, autism spectrum, ADHD, anxiety disorder.

Elementary/Middle School Teacher

Keldan Private School
Skálafjørður, Faroe Islands
08.2015 - 06.2017
  • Music K-4
  • English grades 4 and 7
  • Kindergarten language skills and Christian studies.
  • Science grade 4
  • PE grade 4
  • Special Education, mixed age. Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • After school care. Created a welcoming environment that promoted socialization and peer interaction among students.
  • Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.

Pre-School Teacher

Dagstovnurin Á Svangaskarði
Toftir, Faroe Islands
08.2014 - 06.2015
  • Organized and maintained a fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe and inspired.
  • Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
  • Nourished and periodically assessed children's development.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.

Education

Endorsement, Public School Teacher - Religious Studies (Christianity & World Religions)

University of The Faroe Islands
Tórshavn, Faroe Islands
07.2017

Bachelor of Science - Music Education

John Brown University
Siloam Springs, AR, USA
05.2014

Vocational Arts - Music, Bible And Worship, Voice Concentration

Nexus Institute of Creative Arts
Coventry, England
07.2008

Skills

  • Relationship Building
  • Enthusiastic Collaborator
  • Quick learner
  • Adaptability
  • Parent-Teacher Communication
  • Multicultural Experience and Sensitivity
  • Differentiated Learning and Learning Strategies eg Senses and Styles
  • Team management, Oversight, Structure
  • Technology Integration - Proficiency in various applications and software
  • Fluent in English and Danish, conversational in Norwegian, Swedish, Spanish, Swahili
  • Music: Leading Worship, Choir, Band
  • Discipleship Training

Certification

  • TEAL certified at World TESOL Academy (expected July 2024)
  • Change Leadership, Menning.fo - November 2022
  • The Engaged Student, ACSI, 10.5 CPD - February 2018
  • Suicide Awareness, Child Maltreatment, Dyslexia, Parental Involvement, Arkansas Dept. of Education - February 2017

Timeline

Preschool Teacher

Runavík Preschool
02.2024 - 07.2024

Private Voice Teacher

Tórshavn Evening School
10.2023 - 12.2023

Choir Director

Meinigheitshúsið Home Mission Church
03.2023 - 05.2024

Kindergarten Classroom Teacher

Runavík Public School
02.2022 - 02.2023

Music Teacher

Haven Of Peace Academy
08.2017 - 12.2020

Elementary/Middle School Teacher

Keldan Private School
08.2015 - 06.2017

Pre-School Teacher

Dagstovnurin Á Svangaskarði
08.2014 - 06.2015

Endorsement, Public School Teacher - Religious Studies (Christianity & World Religions)

University of The Faroe Islands

Bachelor of Science - Music Education

John Brown University

Vocational Arts - Music, Bible And Worship, Voice Concentration

Nexus Institute of Creative Arts

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Volunteer Work

  • Facilitator and teacher at PODAS Ekklesias Youth Discipleship School, Faroe Islands. 2014-2016.
  • Mentor at youth camps, Faroe Islands. 2002-2008.
  • Youth group leader at Home Mission Lutheran Church, Runavík, Faroe Islands. 2004-2009.
  • 10 months onboard the M/V Logos II In S. America and the Caribbean. 2003-2004.

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