Sharon Pearson Email & Phone Number

Chesterfield, New Hampshire

Colebrook, Nh

Teaching private piano, music reading and basic voice lessons to students of all ages.

Northern New Hampshire

Independent contractor for weddings and life events; performances by school and community ensembles, professionals, and private students.

General music K-8, middle school & high school choruses

Colebrook, Nh

Colebrook, Nh

Grant-writing, programming, and managing annual "camp" for area music students entering grades 6-12. Team-teach choral and instrumental activities; perform for and with students.

Colebrook, Nh

Private support for organizations, non-profits, and entrepreneurs seeking to develop activities, from concept to implementation. Grant-writing, project development, Board behavior and building, and leadership through processes of developing vision, mission, and all aspects of goal-setting. Also skilled in promotion, communication, and other activities for sustainable successes.

Rehearsal and performance pianist and mentor for students in grades K-12; for choral ensembles, musical theater events, special auditions and events. Substitute rehearsal director and/or Music Teacher.

Colebrook, Nh

Programming and presentation of regular and special music; using the church's historic grand piano and pipe organ; directing the choir; and performing for additional special events, programs, or other church needs. Working closely with the Pastor and Worship Team to coordinate the liturgy, message, and music for services.

Colebrook, Nh

Provided professional expertise and leadership for church revitalization and growth process. Created and implemented various measurement and assessment tools, strategies, and interactive methods; identified and determined new strategic approaches, organizational restructuring, and communications practices; authored and presented mission, goals, objectives, reports, recommendations, and corresponding bylaws revision. Developed process, methods, strategies and other tools for aiding other churches through similar initiatives.

Colebrook, New Hampshire

Created, developed, and administered grant-supported afterschool program for students in grades 1-7, following community conceptualization and successful grant-writing efforts. Produced curriculums, menus, newsletters and all other documentation forms; implemented and enforced staff, safety, and care protocols; purchased and managed all supplies; granted NH child care licensure.

Authored 501c3 application; led and authored mission, vision, directional planning and other Board development activities and documents; created and performed in Winter Warmers concert series and first ongoing fundraising program; guided a committee into an organization; grantwriting; promotion; and other professional performance.

Developed various community enhancement and engagement programs with merchants; grantwriting; created annual community Harvest Fair and Clean Up Colebrook events; worked with historic preservation, signage, marketing, economic revitalization, and organizational development. Managed budgets, revitalization investment, and volunteer programs and recognition. Awarded NH Main Street Manager of the Year.

Dixville Notch, Nh

Initiated, implemented and managed unique program of guest activities, personalized souvenirs, and programs as part of the "Y2K"​ celebration and experiences. Special elements included the writing and production of a Time Capsule booklet and container; registered to each family and now installed in a "capsularium" on the shores of Lake Gloriette. Designed and managed decor, entertainment, and other aspects of simultaneous celebrations and surprises throughout the hotel on the Eve.

Dixville Notch, Nh

Programmed and managed department with staff of 35 seasonal positions, programs and facilities incl. diverse variety of family activities with pool & waterfront, hiking, biking and nature trails, movie theater, game room, ski lodge nursery, 5 simultaneous summer children's programs (avg'd 75 children/day); babysitting service with over 40 trained caregivers, and recreation internship and practicum program for students. Designed and produced weekly staff show and other entertainment; and decor for themed events. Directly hired and trained all dept. staff. Twice received prestigious "Premier Property Award" from the Resort & Commercial Recreation Association.

Portsmouth, Nh

Operated unique 10-room Bed & Breakfast in historic setting, during its transition from bankruptcy through sale to new owners. Offered full-time position upon their receipt of my recommended business plan.

Bs, Leisure Management & Tourism

Activities and Societies: Theater Company (1986), Ballet Company (1987-1989), Renaissance Dance Company (1989) Leisure Mgt. & Tourism.

Leadership North Country

German Language, Cultural Arts

Activities and Societies: Via American Institute for Foreign Studies

High School, College Preparatory, Honors

Activities and Societies: A Capella Choir, Concert Band, Drama Club, Jazz Choir, Yearbook; Ushers Club.Also regularly accompanied special.