Zelda Martin
Lonehill
Summary
A goal-driven and dedicated Music Educator, I am passionate about nurturing children's musical potential through engaging and effective teaching methods. I am committed to instilling a lifelong love of music, performance, and understanding, while recognizing that every child can appreciate and excel in music with the right guidance from an early age. As a qualified international Colourstrings Tutor with a Master’s Degree in Music Education, my expertise includes the development of Colourkeys, Colourstrings violin, and pre-instrumental education programs in South Africa, establishing a strong foundation in innovative music education. With over twenty years of experience spanning early childhood development to Grade 12 examination preparation across various curricula, I am recognized as a leading figure in music education, dedicated to fostering talent and creativity in every student.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of High School Music
Dainfern College
05.2024 - Current
- Develop music curriculum for Grade 8 and 9 music classes.
- Teach all music lessons from Grade 8–12, preparing students for the National GDE Grade 12 final examinations.
- Coordinate all music extra-mural activities: four marimba bands, keyboard ensemble, choir, guitar ensemble, jazz band, and rock band.
- Coach the string ensemble.
- Music Director for Dainfern College musicals.
- Coordinate music festivals, soirée's, and interschool music activities.
- Responsible for 15 peripatetic music staff.
Head of Music Department
SAHETI School
, 01-1901
03.2023 - 04.2024
- Develop and implement the music curriculum for Grades 1–7, including teacher training and support.
- Direct the music extra-mural programme for Grades 1–12, fostering student participation across a wide range of activities.
- Coordinate and manage a team of 12 peripatetic music teachers, ensuring high-quality instruction.
- Serve as Music Director for all school music productions and plays.
- Teach classroom music lessons across multiple grade levels.
- Provide individual music instruction in piano and flute.
- Design the high school music curriculum and established the subject music stream.
Director of Music (whole school)
Dainfern College
, 01-1901
05.2017 - 02.2023
- Develop and implement the Grades 1–7 music curriculum, including teacher training and ongoing support.
- Direct the Grades 1–12 extra-mural music programme, boosting student participation across multiple ensembles.
- Coordinate and lead a team of 15 peripatetic music teachers, ensuring high-quality instruction and consistency.
- Serve as Music Director for all school music productions and plays.
- Teach classroom music lessons across multiple grade levels, fostering musical growth.
- Provide individual piano and flute instruction, tailoring lessons to each student’s needs.
- Design the high school music curriculum and establish the subject music stream in both the National GDE and Cambridge examinations.
Music Department Coordinator
Crawford College Lonehill
, 01-1901
01.2013 - 04.2017
- Music Coordinator at pre-primary school, responsible for teaching Grade 000–0 classes and preparing for concerts.
- Music Coordinator in the College.
- Responsible for teaching Grade 8–12 classes.
- Teach piano and flute to individual students.
- Supervise extra-mural music activities.
- Music Director for all music productions, plays, concerts, and soirée's.
- Responsible for 12 peripatetic music teachers.
Contract Music Teacher
Self employed
01.2006 - 12.2012
- Contract music teacher at various schools and in the University of Pretoria Music Education Department.
- Teach piano from beginner level to Grade 8 (Trinity and ABRSM), tailoring lessons to individual student needs.
- Provide pre-instrumental music training to groups from Grade 00–4, developing foundational musical skills.
Music Department Coordinator
Crawford College Sandton
01.2002 - 12.2005
- Teach class music from Grade 0–7, fostering musical understanding and enjoyment.
- Teach option music from Grade 1–7, supporting skill development.
- Organize soirée's, choir festivals, concerts, and musical items for school functions.
- Coach choir and marimba ensembles, developing student musicianship and teamwork.
- Founded the school orchestra, establishing a platform for ensemble performance.
- Manage peripatetic teachers, ensuring high-quality instruction across all instruments.
- Provide individual piano and flute instruction.
- Serve as Music Director for all productions and plays, overseeing artistic direction.
Music Teacher
Roedean SA
01.1990 - 12.1995
- Teach high school subject music, including theory, harmony, history of music and composition.
- Serve as choir accompanist, supporting choir conductor in rehearsals and performances.
- Provide individual instruction in piano and flute.
- Music Director for all school productions, overseeing performance quality.
Music Teacher
Bracken High
01.1988 - 12.1989
- Teach music classes in Grade 8-9, delivering engaging lessons.
- Introduce the first school musical at Bracken High, overseeing all music coaching and coordinating performances.
- Coached first team netball.
Education
Masters in Music Education - Education
University of Pretoria
01-1901 01.1901 - 01.1901
Courses Passed - Psychology
University of South Africa
Pretoria01-1995
Bachelor of Music - Education
University of The Witwatersrand
01-1901 01.1901 - 01.1901
Skills
- Instructor in Colorstrings methodology
- Psychology undergraduate
- Skilled in implementing Kodaly principles
- Orff Schulwerk Level 3 certification
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Problem-solving
- Collaborative teamwork
- Strong attention to detail
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Afrikaans
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Head of High School Music
Dainfern College
05.2024 - Current
Head of Music Department
SAHETI School
03.2023 - 04.2024
Director of Music (whole school)
Dainfern College
05.2017 - 02.2023
Music Department Coordinator
Crawford College Lonehill
01.2013 - 04.2017
Contract Music Teacher
Self employed
01.2006 - 12.2012
Music Department Coordinator
Crawford College Sandton
01.2002 - 12.2005
Music Teacher
Roedean SA
01.1990 - 12.1995
Music Teacher
Bracken High
01.1988 - 12.1989
Courses Passed - Psychology
University of South Africa
Masters in Music Education - Education
University of Pretoria
01.1901 - 01.1901
Bachelor of Music - Education
University of The Witwatersrand
01.1901 - 01.1901
Hobbies and Interests
- Competitive running
- Gym and strength training
- Scuba diving
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