SOUND Board Member

Issued by Kindermusik International

The bearer of this badge is a Kindermusik Accredited Educator who has been selected by their peers to represent the Educator voice and perspective in collaboration with Kindermusik International. The SOUND acronym stands for Supportive, Open, Understanding, Nurturing, and Dedicated, which are the character traits each member is expected to exude and cultivate within the Kindermusik Educator community.

Type Experience
Level Advanced
Time Years
Cost Free

Skills

Earning Criteria

The SOUND Board is a group of Kindermusik Accredited Educators who volunteer for a four-year commitment to support and represent the educator community in partnership with Leadership at Kindermusik International. SOUND Board service progresses through three tiers: Interns, Active, and Advisory. Intern status is for one year to become familiar with board responsibilities. Active status is a two-year role, and Advisory is the final year.

Standards

SOUND Board Selection Standards

In order to be eligible for SOUND Board consideration, Kindermusik Accredited Educators must be Fully Accredited (e.g., able to teach all levels of the curricula) and in compliance with Kindermusik International. Members are sought who represent a diverse perspective from the Accredited Educator community, from community to curriculum.