James Meyer
Tucson
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Financial Manager
The Marana Big Phat Band
Tucson
05.2025 - Current
- Managed accounts receivable and payable processes to ensure accurate reporting of financial transactions.
- Reviewed monthly financial statements for accuracy and completeness.
Certified Substitute Teacher
Vail School District, Marana School District
09.2022 - Current
- Accepting substitute job positions for math, sign language and music
- Having also accepted substitute positions for other subjects
- Completed documentation of attendance, grades, and other required details.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
Mathematics Tutor
Mathnasium
01.2022 - 02.2024
- Levels of math include fundamentals as well as algebra, geometry and trigonometry
- Used positive reinforcement, repetition, and review to help students master challenging material.
- Explained math concepts in caring and encouraging environment to help kids thrive and learn.
- Tutored math students of all ages and abilities, from elementary school to college level.
Long Term Substitute
Sunnyside School District
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Developed lesson plans for elementary music classes, incorporating technology and creative activities to engage students
- Organized instrumental ensembles, rehearsals, performances and concerts
- Implemented musical games into the curriculum to help motivate student engagement with the material
- Encouraged positive behavior management skills among students by using verbal reinforcement tools such as praise and a rewards system
Education
Certificate in Teaching - Education
Pima Community College
Tucson, AZ06-2025
Bachelor of Science - Music Performance
University of Oregon
Eugene, Oregon12.2011
Certificate - Supply Chain Management And Analytics
Coursera
Skills
- Musical proficiency on various instruments
- Dependability
- Strong work ethic
- Adaptability to new tasks
- Attention to detail
- Classroom management
- Course design and curriculum development
- Interactive learning strategies
- Algebra concepts
- Student assessment
References
Karlena Leal k.l.leal@maranausd.org.
Music Teacher at Dove Mountain CSTEM K-8 School
520-484-5301
Danielle Othon Danielleo@susd12.org
Elementary School Librarian
520-312-0058
Margot Arellano Margot.arellano@gentivahs.com
Volunteer Coordinator
520-790-9299
Languages
American Sign Language
Professional
Spanish
Limited
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Financial Manager
The Marana Big Phat Band
05.2025 - Current
Certified Substitute Teacher
Vail School District, Marana School District
09.2022 - Current
Long Term Substitute
Sunnyside School District
09.2022 - 05.2023
Mathematics Tutor
Mathnasium
01.2022 - 02.2024
Certificate in Teaching - Education
Pima Community College
Bachelor of Science - Music Performance
University of Oregon
Certificate - Supply Chain Management And Analytics
Coursera
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