Chelsea Dandrea

Classroom ManagementCurriculum DesignEvent ManagementGeneral MusicInstructional DesignLevel: ElementaryMusic TechMusic TheorySmall SchoolsLevel: Post-Secondary/University
Written By Elisa Janson Jones
Chelsea Dandrea headshot Music Teacher Guild

Hello! My name is Chelsea Dandrea, and I am a music educator of 9 years. I received my Bachelors in Music Education from Eastern Kentucky University and my Masters in Music Curriculum and Instruction from Southeastern Oklahoma State University.

I have spent my years in education teaching in small schools and have experience in Preschool, General Music, Band, Choir, Music Technology, and Music Theory. My primary instrument is piano, and I spent 3 years teaching lessons in a private studio before moving to the small town where I teach.

I am passionate about music education, especially for Preschool aged children. I love seeing young students turn into musical young adults. I also enjoy encouraging new and aspiring music educators as they begin their journey into teaching, providing support and assistance wherever needed.

 
 

  • I believe in whole brain teaching, and using both parts of the brain at the same time when possible. In my classroom, we use a lot of movement to match what we are learning, and we play games often. We also use a lot of echoing, call and response, and repetition. There is very little down time to allow for student behaviors, and I do my best to keep students actively engaged in our learning.

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Elisa Janson Jones

Elisa turns ambitious AI and digital transformation strategies into measurable business outcomes. Over the past decade, she's built organizations from zero to 45,000+ members, scaled educational platforms 10x, and helped everyone from startups to major manufacturers navigate complex change.

Her expertise combines AI implementation, strategic consulting, and world-class training design. She's written the comprehensive guide on practical AI adoption, created training systems used by thousands of professionals, and consistently delivered results that stick—because she focuses on the people side of transformation, not just the technology.

Currently, Elisa serves as Executive Director of the Music Teacher Guild, leads AI training through her consultancy Sovereign+, and speaks internationally on practical AI implementation. She's finishing her Doctorate in Instructional Design and holds an MBA in Strategy.

When organizations need someone who can bridge the gap between big ideas and real-world execution, they call Elisa. She brings cross-industry experience, data-driven strategies, and the rare ability to make complex transformations actually work for teams at every level.

Speaking at conferences worldwide on AI adoption and digital transformation.

https://elisajanson.com
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