Jacob Provino
St. Petersburg,FL
Summary
Innovative music educator with a background in leading and organizing successful music programs. Demonstrates strong leadership abilities, exceptional musical knowledge, and excellent organizational skills. Known for fostering talent development and creating inspiring musical performances. Instrumental in transforming band programs to produce high-level performance ensembles.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Bands and Orchestras
Pinellas Park High School
08.2021 - Current
- Tripled the number of students in the program
- Conducted concert band to achieve straight superior ratings in performance evaluations.
- Guided orchestra to earn straight superior ratings in performance evaluations.
- Started Marching and Jazz program on campus earning high marks
- Planned and marketed multiple concerts yearly, increasing attendance and involvement from students, parents, and the community
- Created a positive and engaging music making environment
- Developed unique cross-curricular experiences that integrated music with other subjects
- Monitored student progress based on detailed weekly lesson plans and assessments
- Coordinated county and school events to strengthen community engagement and participation
- Being a part of the local community through various playing events
- Department Chair
- High School All County Band Coordinator for Pinellas County schools
Reading Teacher
Lakeland Highlands Middle School
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Fostered a positive, engaging classroom environment that promoted literacy skill development.
- Enhanced reading abilities of struggling readers by utilizing tailored resources to address achievement gaps.
- Assessed and reported on each student's reading progress in accordance with policies developed by school district.
Education
Bachelor of Music - Music Education
Youngstown State University
Youngstown, OH05-2020
Skills
- Music teaching expertise
- Music curriculum development
- Site hosting
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Effective communication
- Relationship building
- Event coordination
- Adherence to procedures
References
Michael Weintraub
Band Director
Lake Nona High School, Orlando, Florida
Michael.weintraub@ocps.net
954-646-7360 (Cell)
Paul Peppers
Assistant Principal, Pinellas Park High School
peppersp@pcsb.org
(727) 538-7410 ext. 2014
Jeff Larson
Principal of Pinellas Park High School
Larsonje@pcsb.org
(727) 538-7410 ext. 2020
Timeline
Director of Bands and Orchestras
Pinellas Park High School
08.2021 - Current
Reading Teacher
Lakeland Highlands Middle School
08.2020 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Music - Music Education
Youngstown State University