Mrs. Gaye Hofer
UAIS Group 6 - Instrumental Music

I am thrilled to be a faculty member of the Utica Academy for International Studies.  The International Baccalaureate model resonates with my long-held teaching philosophy, and I look forward to having the opportunity to teach in such an enriching environment.  Furthermore, IB values artistic expression and recognizes the Arts as a unique way to interact with the world around us and better understand the human experience.  Students should be encouraged to be independent, lifelong learners and creative problem solvers, and I believe the classroom culture valued by the UAIS will make this possible.  I look forward to expanding my own professional horizons as the students and faculty of the UAIS embark on this new, exciting venture together.

Education
Bachelor of Science in Music Education

Master of Science in Music Education

2006 Utica Community Schools Junior High School Teacher of the Year

Student teaching:  West Aurora High School and Jefferson Middle School in Aurora, IL

High School Band Director: Coal City (IL) High School

Graduate Teaching Assistant, University of Illinois: 
Instructor for an undergraduate class in which music education students deliver instruction to fifth through eighth grade band members at a local parochial school

High School Band Director:  Champaign (IL) Centennial High School

Junior High Orchestra/Band Director:  Heritage Jr. High School

I also play the flute and perform in the Pontiac Oakland Symphony and in small recitals when I have the opportunity.

Michigan School Band and Orchestra Association

Music Educators National Conference

American String Teachers Association