HARLEY THOMAS
Wetumpka
Summary
I am a middle school band director/ Assistant high school band director at Eclectic Middle and Elmore County High School.
Offering strong background in music and education, with natural ability to connect with middle school students and foster love for music. Brings understanding of music theory and instrumental techniques, ready to quickly adapt and grow within educational environment. Ready to use and develop skills in conducting and arranging music being a band director. I am a strong advocate for music education in the classroom, and I plan to obtain a master's degree in Music Education.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Middle School Band Director
Eclectic Middle School/ Elmore County High School
07.2024 - Current
- Taught middle school band courses.
- Taught career prep Classes for 8th grade.
- Coordinated and directed Winter and Spring Concerts for 5th-8th grade bands.
- Assisted with High School Ensembles, including Marching, Concert, and Jazz bands.
- Worked with the Maroon Machine Marching band 7th-12th grade.
Technology CTE Teacher
Jefferson County Schools
02.2024 - 06.2024
- Taught Intro Computer Science Courses. (6th-8th grades)
- Taught intro to Computer programming and basic technology.
- Demonstrated adaptability by modifying lessons based on changing educational standards or individual student needs, maintaining high-quality instruction throughout transitions.
- Encouraged students to think independently and develop and express original ideas.
Elementary/ General music teacher
Gaylesville/ Cedar Bluff School
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Taught General Elementary Music Fall of 2023 Pk-8th Grade.
- Directed Veterans Day Program for K-6th Grade.
- Directed Christmas program for K-2nd Grade.
- Created lessons to fit all students needs for PK-8th Grade.
Student Teacher Intern
Student Teaching
01.2023 - 05.2023
Weaver High School (7-12) and Centre/Spring Garden Elementary School (K-6)
● Student taught in Spring of 2023
● Instructed Students in Grades K-12 daily.
● Assisted with State Performance assessment.
● Created lesson plans to fit the needs of all students.
Education
Music Education
Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, AL04.2023
Associates Degree - undefined
Wallace State
Hanceville, AL01.2020
Skills
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Sibelius Program
- Pyware basic
- Finale
- Adobe Acrobat
- Pedagogical strategies
- Ensemble management
- Recruitment strategies
- Instrumental expertise
Accomplishments
Jacksonville State University | Jacksonville, AL
Symphonic Band | Member | Winter 2020-Spring of 2022
● Performed in Winter and Spring concerts at the University and around the surrounding Community
Marching Southerners | Member |2020-2021
● Performed in a 500-member student organization for two years, traveling to numerous football games, Marching competitions/marching festivals, and participated in show reveals across the United States.
Elmore County Community Band Member
- Performed in Winter Concert with the Jazz band, Wetumpka Pops group.
- Performed at the Spring Concert with the concert band group.
Timeline
Middle School Band Director
Eclectic Middle School/ Elmore County High School
07.2024 - Current
Technology CTE Teacher
Jefferson County Schools
02.2024 - 06.2024
Elementary/ General music teacher
Gaylesville/ Cedar Bluff School
08.2023 - 12.2023
Student Teacher Intern
Student Teaching
01.2023 - 05.2023
Associates Degree - undefined
Wallace State
Music Education
Jacksonville State University
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