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Tiarrah Parker

Tiarrah Parker

Farmville

Summary

Experienced music educator and fitness entrepreneur with a strong background in higher education, K–12 instruction, and community leadership. Skilled in curriculum design, diversity and inclusion in music education, and student mentorship. Proven success in managing and growing a small business, developing innovative fitness programming, and fostering community engagement. Dedicated to empowering individuals through education, wellness, and creative expression.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Adjunct Professor of Music

Longwood University
08.2023 - Current
  • Teach undergraduate courses including Aural Skills II, History of Rock n Roll, World Music and Pop Music: Identity, Culture, and Society
  • Develop curriculum emphasizing critical perspectives in music education, with a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion
  • Advise and mentor music majors and non-majors, supporting academic success and professional development
  • Facilitate classroom discussions on music history, culture, and pedagogy with an emphasis on student engagement

Owner / Head Coach

Alliance Fitness
05.2023 - Current
  • Manage business operations including marketing, programming, client services, and community outreach
  • Design and lead group fitness programs such as Absolute Foundations and CrossTraining, serving diverse populations
  • Provide personal training tailored to individual needs, including clients with specialized health conditions
  • Coordinate seasonal challenges, events, and partnerships to build community engagement
  • Oversee staff, scheduling, and long-term growth strategy for the gym

Online Graduate Assistant

Boston University
08.2022 - 08.2024
  • Professional Development Series
  • Work with the faculty professional development coordinator and non-degree curriculum coordinator to curate, organize, and promote the online professional development series.
  • Zoom Support Seminar
  • Work with the faculty non-degree curriculum coordinator to organize, promote, and coordinate 8 faculty Zoom support seminars for online DMA students.
  • Journal Editorial Support
  • Assist with communications and some minor editorial tasks related to the work of the International Journal of Education and the Arts, The International Journal of Music in Early Childhood, and The Journal of Popular Music Education.

High School Band Director

Prince Edward County High School
08.2017 - 05.2023
  • Professional Development Team Member
  • Create in-person and virtual professional development sessions for the school district
  • Collaborate with team members
  • Assist with implementing new technology
  • Coordinate guest speakers and seek other opportunities for the district
  • Virginia Tiered Systems of Support, Chairperson
  • Coordinate data-informed decision-making framework to establish academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support for an effective learning environment for all students.
  • Family, School, and Community Partnerships
  • Monitoring Student Progress
  • Evaluation of Outcomes and Fidelity
  • Morale Committee, Chairperson (2019-2022)
  • Organize events and programs to encourage staff members

Education

Doctor of Musical Arts - Music Education

Boston University
Boston, MA
08.2023

Master of Arts - Music in Music Education

Kent State University
Kent, OH
05.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Music in Music Education

Longwood University
Farmville, VA
05.2017

Skills

  • Online teaching

  • Interdisciplinary collaboration

  • Curriculum design

  • Cultural sensitivity

  • Student mentoring

  • Positive role model and mentor

  • Flexible and adaptive

  • Inquiry-based learning

  • Student-centered learning

  • Data-driven instruction

Accomplishments

    2021 Virginia School Board Association “Showcases for Success” Newsletter Recognition

  • Featured for “Excellence in Virtual Instruction” through usage of innovative technology in the music classroom.

    • 2023 Longwood University Rotunda Outstanding Young Alumni Award

  • Rotunda Outstanding Young Alumni Award is presented to alumni who are under the age of 40 and who have demonstrated excellence in their careers and/or in citizen leadership.

Timeline

Adjunct Professor of Music

Longwood University
08.2023 - Current

Owner / Head Coach

Alliance Fitness
05.2023 - Current

Online Graduate Assistant

Boston University
08.2022 - 08.2024

High School Band Director

Prince Edward County High School
08.2017 - 05.2023

Doctor of Musical Arts - Music Education

Boston University

Master of Arts - Music in Music Education

Kent State University

Bachelor of Arts - Music in Music Education

Longwood University

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