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John Jabez Ledres

Albuquerque,NM

Summary

Experienced and detail-oriented professional seeking to leverage strong administrative, educational, and musical background to successfully manage and expand the New Mexico Jazz Workshop’s youth and adult education programs.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Educator

Various
Albuquerque, NM
08.2022 - Current
  • Albuquerque Public Schools PE Teacher: 2021 to 2023.
  • Music Educator, Private Lessons, NM Jazz Workshop, and Rock 101 Music School: 2023 to Present.
  • Developed and delivered engaging lesson plans to meet curriculum objectives for diverse student populations, ages 5 to 55.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational skills by tracking grades, attendance, and class budgets, ensuring compliance with district policies.
  • Strengthened communication and presentation abilities through regular parent-teacher conferences, student lectures, and staff meetings.
  • Created personalized learning pathways in music production, guitar, and bass for diverse student groups.

Band Leader/Sole Proprietor

The Mango Cakes LLC
Albuquerque, NM
06.2021 - Current
  • Manage scheduling, financial records, personnel, and social media marketing efforts for a successful live music band, securing local shows, weddings, and private party performances.
  • Coordinate all aspects of performances, including venue contracts, client communication, contractor communication, and production logistics.
  • Build and maintain strong community relationships through networking with local artists, organizations, and venues.
  • Utilize social media platforms to increase audience engagement and expand brand reach.

Immigrant and Refugee Affairs Coordinator

City of Albuquerque Office of Equity and Inclusion
Albuquerque, NM
01.2021 - 07.2021
  • Reported to the OEI Executive Director and the Assistant Director to create city responses to immigrant and refugee issues and needs during the 2020 pandemic.
  • Oversaw program development aimed at supporting immigrant and refugee communities, including outreach to refugee communities for COVID-19 vaccination, Wi-Fi access for refugees in the international district, and language access consultation to the state government for federal rent aid funding.
  • Collaborated with multiple stakeholders—such as immigrant and refugee nonprofit organizations, the Mexican Consulate, the NM Department of Health, city departments, and community leaders—to address pertinent issues such as asylee travel and accommodations, COVID-19 response, and city language access policies.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Pre Occupational Therapy And Wellness

University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM
05-2017

Skills

  • Program Coordination and Management: Experience in planning, implementing, and evaluating educational, cultural, and community programs for diverse populations
  • Education & Outreach: Proven history as a public school teacher and program coordinator, skilled in designing curriculum, coordinating personnel, and events, and conducting outreach
  • Music and Performance Background: Founder of a successful live music band; familiar with performance, marketing, and event coordination in the arts community
  • Office & Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and social media platforms; working knowledge of Canva
  • Collaboration and communication: Excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to work alone or in small, dynamic teams, and a strong customer service orientation

Timeline

Educator

Various
08.2022 - Current

Band Leader/Sole Proprietor

The Mango Cakes LLC
06.2021 - Current

Immigrant and Refugee Affairs Coordinator

City of Albuquerque Office of Equity and Inclusion
01.2021 - 07.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Pre Occupational Therapy And Wellness

University of New Mexico

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