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Eli Zaragoza

Norman,OK

Summary

Supportive Art Instructor with 1 year of experience teaching Marching Percussion. Extensive knowledge of Music and creating detailed and comprehensive music arrangements, and warmups. Committed to individual student growth with success in managing up to 40 students at a time.

Dependable Assistant with good supply management, recordkeeping and schedule coordination skills dedicated to keeping professionals focused and prepared for daily requirements. Produce business correspondence, detailed reports and useful spreadsheets using diverse software programs and technical skills. Respectful, punctual and hardworking.

Dedicated Student with excellent experience in industry. Maintains professional appearance and demeanor and expertly completes assigned tasks with focus on quality. Dependable and quick-learning team player with effective communication and organization skills.

Kitchen Staff Member trained in multiple stations. Supports and enhances kitchen operations by flexing easily between cooking, restocking and cleaning. Highly knowledgeable about health code requirements and good stock management.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Kitchen Staff Member

Hideaway Pizza
Norman , OK
05.2023 - Current
  • Consistently maintained high standards of personal hygiene during shifts.
  • Inspected dining area prior to opening for any maintenance issues requiring attention.
  • Operated various kitchen appliances such as mixers, slicers, ovens, grills .
  • Maintained cleanliness of work areas throughout shift.
  • Followed health and safety guidelines for food preparation and service.
  • Carried out basic cleaning duties such as sweeping floors, washing dishes .

Band Office Assistant

OU Bands
Normandy , OK
07.2023 - 05.2024
  • Answered incoming calls in a professional manner and directed callers to the appropriate personnel.
  • Managed inventory of office supplies and placed orders when needed.
  • Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel to track expenses and other financial data related to the office budget.
  • Maintained an organized filing system of paper documents and electronic files.
  • Managed office supply inventory by tracking orders and ensuring adequate stock levels are maintained at all times.

Percussion Instructor

Washington High School
Washington , OK
08.2022 - 05.2023
  • Composed original pieces for ensembles featuring various percussion instruments.
  • Mentored students in developing their own unique style of playing percussion instruments.
  • Evaluated student progress by administering periodic tests and quizzes.
  • Collaborated with other instructors on projects involving multiple percussion instruments.
  • Encouraged students to explore different genres of music through performance opportunities.

Shift Manager

Taco Bell
Owasso , OK
01.2021 - 01.2023
  • Maintained inventory levels by monitoring stockroom orders and restocking shelves as needed.
  • Oversaw the training of new employees on customer service, product knowledge, and cash handling techniques.
  • Analyzed sales reports for trends in order to identify areas for improvement or growth opportunities.
  • Enforced safety standards throughout the store including proper use of equipment.
  • Coordinated with other departments to resolve customer inquiries in a timely manner.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Music Education

University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK
05-2026

High School Diploma -

Owasso High School
Owasso, OK
05-2022

Skills

  • Individual Technique
  • Positive Reinforcement Strategies
  • Fundamentals
  • Secondary Teaching
  • Instructional Techniques
  • Course Material Preparation
  • Musical Arrangements
  • Music Theory
  • Time Management
  • Sorting and Labeling
  • Report Analysis
  • Cleaning and sanitizing
  • Health Code Compliance

Accomplishments

Straight Superior Medalist in Owasso Solo/ Ensemble Competitions from 2017-2022

Bronze (2018) and Silver medalist (2021) in the OBA State Championships.

FBC Owasso Youth Band Drummer (2019-2021)

Marched Bass Drum in the 2020 Tournament of Roses Parade.

2nd Chair Percussion in the 2022 NCDA All Region High School Honor Band.

Marched with the Crossmen Drum and Bugle Corps in the 2022 season.

A current member in the Pride of Oklahoma. (2022-Present)

OU Percussion Society Member (2022-Present)

A current OU Convocation/ Honors Recital Performer (2022-Present)

2023 OU Young Artists Competition Finalist (Percussion Soloist)

2023 OU Percussion Society Talent Show Winner

TMALA 2023 and 2024 Percussion Staff Intern

OU BCM Leadership Team (May 2023-Present)

OU BCM Drumset Player (September 2023-Present)

OU Wind Symphony Percussionist

A current Drum-Set player for OU-Sound of the Sooners (2022-Present)

Performed multiple concerts with OU Mens Glee Club (2022-2024)

OU Percussion Camp 2023 Instructor, and RA/ Counselor

Steel Drum Clinician @Edmond Santa Fe HS (2023)

Durant HS Band Camp Instructor (2023)

Performed in Various OU Percussion Student Recitals (Jack Johnson, and Caden Cook)

OkPAS Mass Marimba Orchestra Performer (2024)

Performed with OU Brass Choir (2024)

Performed with OU Harp Ensemble (2024)

Performed "Drumming" by Steve Reich (2024)

Altus HS Band Camp Percussion Instructor (2024)

Elk City HS Band Camp Percussion Instructor (2024)

Timeline

Band Office Assistant

OU Bands
07.2023 - 05.2024

Kitchen Staff Member

Hideaway Pizza
05.2023 - Current

Percussion Instructor

Washington High School
08.2022 - 05.2023

Shift Manager

Taco Bell
01.2021 - 01.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Music Education

University of Oklahoma

High School Diploma -

Owasso High School
Eli Zaragoza