About Dalia
My teaching consists of preparation to build up any given song/piece through handwritten exercises, customization and care. This brings strong connection in the mind between my students and I. The customized exercises bring complete understanding and therefore fluency in playing the piano for any student and at any level.
My Role as a Music & Piano Instructor
During my lessons, I teach piano-keyboard at preschool through advanced levels, using the “Lo-Kno-Pla” system which enables children to play songs with two hands by the first lesson. My main goal is to make students interested by using individual appropriate approach and specific songs suitable for each student. I also write favorite songs/pieces upon request for them.
In addition to my in-home piano lessons, I give group music creative lessons that include singing, playing, dancing, and music theory. I also conduct individual and group music lessons for mainstream children and children with mild to moderate disabilities including speech-language and attention deficit disorders, emotional behavior disorders, dyslexia, autism spectrum, and cognitive impairments. I monitor the progress of these students and maintain required records, as well as coordinate special events like recitals and school plays.
“Love Story” song from the movie
My Teaching Background
After spending 11 years as a professional pianist, I began to teach students how to play the piano. My background includes a Master of Arts and Master in Teaching. I am a licensed educator in New Jersey, and my work experience includes teaching the following:
- Kathryn Brickell Music, Floral Park, New York (2009 – Present)
- Orchard School, West Caldwell, New Jersey, P/T (2005 – Present)
- Zeronian’s Piano School: New York, New York (2000 – 2004)
- Richon Le Zion School: Richon Le Zion, Israel (1991 – 1993
- High School of Music: Varna, Bulgaria (1985 – 1990)
- Public School Head Teacher at Urban Crisis, New Jersey (2000-2004)
- Implemented the state mandated “High Scope”, “Curiosity Corner” curriculums, and “ELAS” assessment.
- Monitored their progress and alerted the parents or professionals when interventions were necessary.
Educational Background
- New Jersey City University: Jersey City, New Jersey (2008 – 2010)
- William Paterson University: Wayne, New Jersey (2001 – 2003) – Master in Teaching Special Education (MAT) Early Childhood, Elementary
- Education & Master of Arts: Teaching Piano/Music
- Berkeley College: New York, New York (1996 – 1999) – Associate Degree in Business
- Pedagogical Institute of Music: Bulgaria (1976 – 1985)
- Master of Arts: Piano, Music Equivalent to US Standards
- Bachelor of Arts: Piano, Music Equivalent to US Standards
Languages Spoken
English, Bulgarian, Hebrew
Memberships
Performance Background
- Paid Performer: Germany (1982 – 1983)
- Paid Performer: Israel (1991 – 1993)
- Paid Performer: New York (1994 – 2000)
- Performer of Classical, Pop, Rock, & Candlelight Music (2000 – Present)
- Little Folk’s Academy: Irvington, New Jersey (2005-2009)
- Urban League of Essex County: Newark, New Jersey (2004-2005)
Certifications
- New Jersey Department of Education: Trenton, New Jersey
- P-5 Permanent Standard Teaching License
- New Jersey Department of Education: Trenton, New Jersey
- Teacher of Students with Disabilities Permanent Standard Certificate