Andrew Jurkiewicz
Reading,PA
Summary
Dynamic cellist and seasoned educator, adept in collaboration and cello proficiency, with over a decade of experience enriching the Lehigh Valley's musical landscape and fostering English language skills at Shandong Jiaotong University. Specializes in tailoring lessons to diverse learner needs. Solid background in Math includes earning a Minor in Math as well as additional Post-Baccalaureate coursework in Math.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Musician - Cellist
Self-Employed
01.2009 - Current
- Performed as a pit orchestra member for a number of shows/musicals/events at various venues in the Lehigh Valley including Civic Theatre of Allentown, Muhlenberg College, and DeSales University over the past 10+ years
- Performed as a section cellist with the Allentown Symphony and Moravian College
- Expanded musical repertoire through performance and recordings of diverse genres, styles, and techniques including Classical, Pop, Rock, and Electronic music
- Specialized in both classical and contemporary music
- Taught private music lessons to all ages and skill levels
- Performed live concerts and gigs at various venues in Philadelphia and NYC, entertaining audiences and building a fan base.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment
ESL Teacher
Shandong Jiaotong University
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Conducted lectures to classes of approximately 30 to 100+ undergraduate students
- Educated students in basics of English conversational speaking/pronunciation and listening skills
- Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction
- Supported language development for non-native speakers by providing one-on-one and small group tutoring sessions tailored to individuals' needs.
- Increased student proficiency in English by creating engaging and interactive classroom activities.
- Created quizzes/exams to measure student progress and identify growth opportunities and to modify teaching strategies as needed.
- Improved reading comprehension among struggling students through the use of diverse texts and guided discussions about main ideas, themes, and vocabulary.
- Adapted instructional methods according to each classroom's student base
- Supplemented instruction and increased student understanding with use of audio-visual equipment and other technology.
Private Tutor
Self-Employed
01.2009 - 07.2017
- Worked primarily with Disabled US Veterans returning to college
- Developed individualized lesson plans tailored to each student's unique learning needs and goals.
- Used positive reinforcement, repetition, and review to help students master challenging material in Calculus and Statistics
- Built strong rapport with adult returning students through active listening, empathy, and genuine interest in their success.
- Provided targeted support in specific subject areas such as English, Math, Economics, and Statistics
Education
Bachelor's - Music Business (Math Minor)
University of Miami
Coral Gables, FL05-2002
Post-Baccalaureate Coursework - 2008 - Math - Number Theory
University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PAPost-Baccalaureate Coursework - 2014 - Math - Probability
Community College of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PASkills
- Collaboration Abilities
- Cello proficiency
- Music Theory
- Strong attention to detail
- Teaching experience
- Orchestra background
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
ESL Teacher
Shandong Jiaotong University
08.2017 - 08.2018
Musician - Cellist
Self-Employed
01.2009 - Current
Private Tutor
Self-Employed
01.2009 - 07.2017
Bachelor's - Music Business (Math Minor)
University of Miami
Post-Baccalaureate Coursework - 2008 - Math - Number Theory
University of Pennsylvania
Post-Baccalaureate Coursework - 2014 - Math - Probability
Community College of Philadelphia