
Annesha Gurney
@anneshagurney
Music Director at Summit Academy Jr. High designing standards-aligned curriculum for five performing-arts courses.
What I'm looking for
At Summit Academy Jr. High, I design and deliver standards-aligned curriculum for five performing-arts courses, serving 60+ students. I use formative assessment and performance data to adjust instruction, and co-designed an art showcase and music concert with the Visual Arts program.
As a contract UX Researcher, I conducted surveys, interviews, and usability tests for five startups, translating findings into recommendations for iterative improvements. I also designed arts-integrated lesson plans in my M.Ed. coursework, including a composition lesson connected to the rock cycle.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Music Director
Summit Academy Jr. High
Aug 2025 - Present (1 year 3 months)
Design and deliver standards-aligned curriculum for five performing-arts courses serving 60+ students. Use formative assessment and performance data to adjust instruction and prepare students for concerts and festivals.
Group Piano Instructor
Art City Music Academy
Nov 2024 - Mar 2026 (1 year 4 months)
Designed and led group piano lessons integrating technique, music theory, improvisation, and singing for 45+ students. Provided individualized feedback within group settings to meet varied learning needs.
UX Researcher
Remote
Sep 2023 - May 2025 (1 year 8 months)
Conducted user surveys, interviews, and usability tests for 5 startups across diverse platforms. Translated research findings into actionable recommendations that drove iterative improvements in engagement, usability, and design quality.
Elementary Music Teacher
Mt. Loafer Elementary
Aug 2022 - Dec 2023 (1 year 4 months)
Developed and delivered music lessons for diverse learning styles, incorporating instruments, singing, and movement.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Western Governors University
Master of Education, Educational Technology and Curriculum Development
Pursuing a Master of Education in Educational Technology and Curriculum Development, anticipated completion in February 2027.
Snow College
Bachelor of Music, Commercial Music
Earned a Bachelor of Music in Commercial Music with specializations in Education and Songwriting.
Weber State University
Music Teaching License, Music Education
Obtained a Music Teaching License for grades 6-12.
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Software and tools used professionally
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