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Biography

Dr. James Rimington has taught music for 38 years at all levels (Elementary, secondary,and college) in schools in Illinois and Georgia. In addition to his position at Midstate, he currently teaches voice, music history, music education methods at Bradley University. He has served as the president of the Music Educators Association and holds membership in Illinois Choral Directors Association. He is a published author in his field. He and his wife Jill, who is a general music instructor in the Pekin Public Schools reside in Pekin, Illinois. Dr. Rimington is also the director of music at Grace Methodist Church in Pekin.

Education

• PhD in Curriculum and Instruction, 2000
  University of Illinois

  Dissertation: Handbook on Program Evaluation for School Administrators

• Master of Music Education, 1981
  University of Illinois
• Bachelor of Music Education, 1972
  Bradley University

  Graduated Cum Laude

Work Experience

• Geneseo Public Schools, Geneseo, IL (1981–1998)
  Vocal Music Instructor

  Taught Vocal/Choral Music Jr/Sr High School

• Danville Public School, Danville, IL (1977–1981)
  Vocal Music Instructor

  Taught Vocal Music K-12

• Elmwood Public Schools (1972–1977)
  Vocal Music Instructor

  Taught K-12 Vocal Music

Awards and Certifications

• Illinois Music Educators Distinguished Service Award, 2004
• Illinois Music Educators Association President, 1998
• Outststanding Young Religious Leader, 1993

  Geneseo Rotary Club

• Outstanding Young Educator, 1990

  Geneseo Rotary Club

• K-8 and 9-12 General/Vocal Music Certification, 1972