Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
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Hi, I’m

Jay Scherpa

Westfield,MA
Jay Scherpa

Summary

Hardworking, punctual and resourceful worker. Effective collaborator skilled at following directions with no or little supervision. Dedicated to reliability and overall safety.

Overview

2
years of professional experience

Work History

Self Employed

Tutor
05.2021 - Current

Job overview

  • Planned and prepared individual music lessons to support student needs.
  • Explained music theory, aural skills and fundamental concepts to teach students to understand, analyze, perform and create music.
  • Established and maintained network of music contacts to promote work continuity.
  • Created encouraging, fun and focused lesson atmosphere, resulting in higher scoring auditions.
  • Acquired teaching materials and resources to facilitate music instruction.

Education

University of Massachusetts Amherst
Amherst, MA

Bachelor of Arts from Music Composition

Westfield High School
Westfield, MA

High School Diploma
05.2022

Skills

  • Group and Individual Instruction
  • Time Management
  • Excellent Interpersonal Skills
  • Mechanical Aptitude
  • Electrician Assistance

Accomplishments

All-state bass trombonist for years 2019,2021, and 2022

All-National bass trombonist 2021

Timeline

Tutor

Self Employed
05.2021 - Current

University of Massachusetts Amherst

Bachelor of Arts from Music Composition

Westfield High School

High School Diploma
Jay Scherpa