Carlos Santiago
Miami,United States
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Orchestra/Chorus Director
Franklin Academy Pembroke Pines K-12
08.2019 - Current
- Increased the size of the orchestra to over double its size since starting it in the 2021-2022 school year from 20 to 51.
- Participated in Music Performance Assessments for choir.
- 2024-2025 Arts Department Chair
- Improve student musicianship by incorporating a variety of teaching methods and techniques
- Organize successful concerts and field trips, showcasing students' talents and hard work.
- Establish positive relationships with parents and guardians, promoting open communication and collaboration for student success.
- Implements effective classroom management strategies, creating an inclusive environment conducive to learning.
- Assist in the selection and acquisition of instruments, sheet music, and equipment to support the music program's growth.
- Motivate students to practice consistently through goal-setting, tracking progress, and providing constructive feedback.
- Evaluate student progress regularly through formal assessments, adjusting instruction as needed for continual improvement.
Student Teacher
South Miami Middle School
01.2019 - 05.2019
- Taught courses in beginning orchestra, intermediate orchestra, choir, music theory, and vocal technique.
- Used a range of instructional approaches and classroom activities to draw students into the material.
- Conducted students in district music performance assessments.
- Improved students ear training skills by an average of 30 percent.
Music Teacher
Miami Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired
08.2016 - 06.2017
- Taught students contemporary voice, songwriting, piano, violin, and viola.
- Organized and planned performances at the Wynwood Yard and Miami Public Library.
- Planned curriculum and designed projects with other instructors.
Educational Outreach Teacher (Intern)
Seraphic Fire
08.2016 - 06.2017
- Prepared 3rd and 5th grade students for collaboration concerts with Seraphic Fire each day in the classroom.
- Accompanied students on piano during classes and in concerts.
- Met with principal and mentor teacher to develop scope and sequence.
Education
Master of Music in Music Education - Orchestral And Choral Education
University of Miami
Miami05.2019
Bachelor of Music in Music Elective Studies - Viola And Voice
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
West Chester05.2015
Skills
- Organized
- Collaborative
- Researcher
- Prioritization
- Multi-Tasking
- Record Keeping
- Goal Setting
- Strategic Planning
Personal Information
Title: Chorus/Orchestra Director
Certification
- Permanent 5-Year Teaching Certificate for the state of Florida
Timeline
Orchestra/Chorus Director
Franklin Academy Pembroke Pines K-12
08.2019 - Current
Student Teacher
South Miami Middle School
01.2019 - 05.2019
Music Teacher
Miami Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired
08.2016 - 06.2017
Educational Outreach Teacher (Intern)
Seraphic Fire
08.2016 - 06.2017
Master of Music in Music Education - Orchestral And Choral Education
University of Miami
Bachelor of Music in Music Elective Studies - Viola And Voice
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
- Permanent 5-Year Teaching Certificate for the state of Florida
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