Jacqueline McCreedy
“Some people think music education is a privilege, but I think its essential to being human” - Jewel
Meet the Teacher
Jacqui is a passionate and dedicated music educator with three years of experience teaching students from Pre-K through high school. She has worked extensively in general music classrooms and has also led a variety of vocal ensembles, fostering both musical growth and a love for performance. In addition to her teaching, Jacqui brings her own performance experience into the classroom, enriching her instruction with real-world musical insight. She earned her degree in Music Education from Ithaca College in December 2022 and continues to be inspired by the opportunity to share her knowledge and evolving passion with the next generation of musicians.
Student Work
Performances
Experience
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Jacqui is currently teaching General Music classes at Our Lady of Peace for students within grades Pre - Kindergarten to 8. She is also responsible for directing two choral ensembles.
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Jacqui is currently teaching music at Take a Bow for musical theater productions. She works within 1st and 2nd grade classes and collaborates with two other teachers to put together a production at the end of the school year. Also at Take a Bow, Jacqui teaches private voice and piano lessons.
Testimonials
Jacqui McCreedy is the kind of teacher every student would be lucky to have. She has a remarkable ability to blend learning with fun in a way that breaks down barriers and helps students feel more comfortable and confident in the classroom. Whether leading a class of 20 or teaching private lessons, Jacqui makes each student feel seen, heard, and welcomed.
Her energetic, positive, and collaborative spirit isn’t just reserved for students—it extends to her colleagues as well. She’s a truly supportive presence in any classroom, always ready to uplift co-teachers and open to learning and growing herself. Jacqui’s attention to detail, thoughtful preparation, effective teaching methods, and meaningful relationships with students and peers are inspiring to witness.
What I admire most about Jacqui is her passion. It’s clear how much she truly loves teaching. Her students adore her, and it’s been incredible to see even the most nervous among them shine with confidence on stage after just a few months of learning from her.
Jess Hancock, Teacher at Take a Bow Playhouse and Teaching Assistant at BOCES
Sharing the classroom with a co-teacher like Jacqui is exactly what you'd want it to be. Her ability to keep students engaged in a positive manner, while simultaneously maintaining classroom behavior is a great skill. Over the past few years teaching alongside Jacqui what impresses me most is her growth; her willingness to ask questions and improve goes a long way. There's been so much positive development in her approach as a teacher; from her relationship with parents and students, to her dynamic/fun teaching style, to her attention to detail and lesson planning make her co-teachers' job that much easier. She is an anchor in the classroom that can be trusted in any circumstance and I'm lucky to work beside her!
Cody Leroy Wilson, Actor and Teacher at Take a Bow Playhouse
Reach Out!
Feel free to reach out to Jacqui for further information or questions!