John Franklin
Statesboro,GA
Summary
Motivated and passionate Director with over 25 years of experience developing higher-education students into professional musicians and leaders. Successful team builder and recruiter, adept with strategic planning, program development, relationship development, board relations, budget oversight, leadership, advocacy, organizational advisement and the day to day operations of running a school of music. Self-starter who enjoys a collaborative, progressive environment with an eye towards growth and improvement.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Interim Director of Bands
Georgia Southern University
07.2023 - Current
- Mentored aspiring musicians, fostering individual talent development and cultivating leadership skills.
- Increased student participation in the band program through targeted recruiting efforts and community outreach initiatives.
- Facilitated sectional rehearsals focusing on technical precision while also encouraging creative expression within the ensemble context.
- Developed comprehensive musician training programs for skill enhancement and growth.
- Contributed positively school culture by collaborating various events, productions providing live musical entertainment as needed.
- Designed engaging concert programs that showcased diverse repertoire and highlighted ensemble strengths.
- Managed budgetary responsibilities for department resources, ensuring effective allocation of funds for equipment, music, and events.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to integrate interdisciplinary arts education into the curriculum.
- Elevated band performance quality by implementing rigorous rehearsal techniques and high standards.
- Implemented innovative pedagogical methods to enhance musicianship skills among students of various levels of experience.
- Actively sought participated professional development opportunities keep abreast current trends best practices music education.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by fostering open communication between students, parents, colleagues, and administration.
- Utilized multimedia platforms effectively communicate upcoming events announcements families stakeholders.
- Organized successful fundraising campaigns to support program needs such as instrument purchases, travel expenses, and competition fees.
- Coordinated engaging field trips to concerts, workshops, masterclasses, or other relevant cultural experiences for student enrichment.
- Conducted regular assessments of student progress using both formative and summative evaluation techniques.
- Spearheaded outreach efforts targeting underrepresented populations to promote inclusivity within the band program community.
- Established strong relationships with local professional musicians and organizations for guest artist collaborations and educational opportunities.
- Maintained an organized inventory system for instruments, sheet music library materials ensuring proper care maintenance of valuable resources.
- Inventoried, maintained, repaired, and purchased new instruments and gear for department.
- Assessed musicians and assigned instruments and parts for songs and concerts.
- Monitored student progress based on detailed weekly lesson plans and assessments.
- Traveled with band to shows and planned transportation and lodging for musicians.
CURRICULUM & PROGRAM DEVELOPER & EDUCATIONAL MENTOR/PROFESSIONAL COACH
Leaders Creating Leaders
07.2020 - Current
- Implemented and sustained one-on-one collaborative coaching approaches through personalized mentorship and professional coaching for over 50 educators at various stages of career across the United States
- Created and/or engaged with more than 20 various professional and educational networks to provide opportunities to help pre-service and in-service educators optimize curriculum, standards-driven instruction, and assessment practices
- Created several programs and curricula designed to mentor and promote standards-driven instruction, innovative teaching and assessment practices, and professional growth for both pre-service and in-service educators
- Worked with over 50 individual pre-service and in-service educators to conduct root cause analysis and identify discrepancies between their goals and current status as educators and helped develop solutions that resulted in measurable achievement and improved instructional performance
- Worked with over 50 individual pre-service and in-service educators to identify gaps in training and education and provided guidance, mentorship, intervention strategies, and professional learning opportunities to help them improve their pedagogical skills
- Conducted multiple program evaluations using formative and summative assessment tools such as surveys, performance rubrics, interviews, data analysis, etc
- To ensure the quality and degree of implementation for mentorship and training practices for both the Leaders Creating Leaders organization and the clients and mentees we serve
- Conducted over 50 face-to-face, blended, and virtual professional development clinics, seminars, consultations, documents, etc
- To help build administrators and teacher leaders
- Created, engaged with, and supported various collaborative learning communities for both pre-service and in-service educators and school and district leaders across the United States to foster continuous learning, productive interaction, and support the transfer of learning to practice
- Created and implemented leadership and professional development curricula with a focus on pedagogy, program building, developing positive culture, professionalism, and servant leadership in the educational setting
- Collaborated with other mentors/professional coaches to create best practices for our mentees and clients
- Served as a contributing author and editor of a professional development blog focused on pedagogy and educational philosophy
- Communicated mentorship goals and outcomes for my mentees to school and district administration
- Established programs and strategies to assist pre-service and in-service educators from and/or who work with underrepresented populations
- Creatively utilized organizational and communications technology to reach an international audience of mentees and clients
- Actively maintained personal professional development through research, conferences, professional community engagement, and a variety of other related learning activities.
VISITING ASSISTANT PROFESSOR & INTERIM ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF BANDS
Northwestern State University
08.2021 - Current
- Introduced new technology for improved instructional and organizational effectiveness and efficiency for the NSU Bands program
- Taught courses in music education methods to undergraduate and graduate music education students
- Participated in music education curriculum revision efforts as part of the Music Education Committee
- Introduced and established new processes, pedagogy, and curricula for the NSU Bands
- Worked as a part of a team of educators with shared instructional and organizational duties across various classrooms
- Brought innovative educational experiences with a focus on creativity, diversity, and exploration to various education and performing ensemble classes I currently teach.
- Actively participated in faculty meetings, contributing valuable insights into teaching strategies and best practices for improved learning outcomes.
- Served as a mentor to students, offering guidance on academic and personal matters to support their overall development.
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF MUSIC & MUSIC EDUCATION/UNIVERSITY BAND DIRECTOR
Various Institutions
08.2007 - Current
- Implemented and sustained collaborative coaching approaches through personalized mentorship and classroom instruction for over 500 pre-service educators studying to obtain undergraduate and graduate education degrees
- Created and/or engaged with more than 20 various professional and educational networks to provide opportunities to help pre-service and in-service educators optimize curriculum, standards-driven instruction, and assessment practices
- Created several programs and curricula designed to mentor and promote standards-driven instruction, innovative teaching and assessment practices, and professional growth for pre-service educators studying to obtain undergraduate and graduate education degrees
- Worked with over 500 individual pre-service educators to conduct root cause analysis and identify discrepancies between their goals and current status as educators and helped develop solutions that resulted in measurable achievement and improved instructional performance
- Worked with over 750 individual pre-service and in-service educators to identify gaps in training and education and provided guidance, mentorship, intervention strategies, and professional learning opportunities to help them improve their pedagogical skills
- Conducted multiple program evaluations using formative and summative assessment tools such as surveys, performance rubrics, interviews, data analysis, etc
- To ensure the quality and degree of implementation for mentorship and training practices for both the music education and band programs at each institution
- Conducted over 12,000 (800 per year) face-to-face, blended, and virtual professional development classes, clinics, seminars, consultations, documents, etc
- To help teach and build pre-service teacher leaders
- Created, engaged with, and supported various collaborative learning communities for both pre-service and in-service educators and school and district leaders across the United States and within my region to foster continuous learning, productive interaction, and support the transfer of learning to practice
- Created and implemented leadership and professional development curricula with a focus on pedagogy, program building, developing positive culture, professionalism, and servant leadership in the educational setting
- Collaborated with other professors, instructors, administrators, and staff to create best practices for our students
- Actively maintained personal professional development through research, conferences, professional community engagement, and a variety of other related learning activities.
VISITING DIRECTOR OF BANDS/ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF
McMurry University
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Elevated band performance quality by implementing rigorous rehearsal techniques and high standards.
- Developed comprehensive musician training programs for skill enhancement and growth.
- Utilized multimedia platforms effectively communicate upcoming events announcements families stakeholders.
- Increased student participation in the band program through targeted recruiting efforts and community outreach initiatives.
- Spearheaded outreach efforts targeting underrepresented populations to promote inclusivity within the band program community.
- Implemented innovative pedagogical methods to enhance musicianship skills among students of various levels of experience.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by fostering open communication between students, parents, colleagues, and administration.
- Managed budgetary responsibilities for department resources, ensuring effective allocation of funds for equipment, music, and events.
- Conducted regular assessments of student progress using both formative and summative evaluation techniques.
- Established strong relationships with local professional musicians and organizations for guest artist collaborations and educational opportunities.
- Contributed positively school culture by collaborating various events, productions providing live musical entertainment as needed.
DIRECTOR OF ATHLETIC BANDS
McKendree University
07.2019 - 05.2021
- Maintained an active schedule consulting and assisting instructional efforts for middle and high school band programs throughout the St
- Louis metropolitan area as well as central and southern Illinois
- Provided professional development opportunities and feedback for the St
- Louis Metro East music educator community
- Initiated a leadership role in establishing community, support, and engagement for music educators of the St
- Louis Metro East area during the pandemic quarantine of 2020
- Supervised undergraduate music education clinical experiences in various school settings.
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR/ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF BANDS
Kent State University
07.2013 - 06.2019
- Taught courses in music education methods to undergraduate and graduate music education students
- Supervised undergraduate music education clinical experiences in various school settings
- Maintained an active schedule consulting and assisting instructional efforts for middle and high school band programs throughout northeastern Ohio and the Cleveland metropolitan area
- Provided professional development opportunities and feedback for the Ohio music educator community
- Researched and created a Five-year Development Plan for the Kent State Athletic Band program
- Developed partnership programs and collaborated with various members of the Northeast Ohio and Midwest music education industry
- Introduced new technology for improved instructional and organizational effectiveness and efficiency for the KSU Bands program
- Presented pedagogical clinics for music educators at state and national clinics such as the Ohio Music Educators Association Professional Development Conference and the College Band Directors National Association Athletic Band Symposium.
INTERIM ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF ATHLETIC BANDS
Duke University
08.2012 - 07.2013
- Maintained an active schedule consulting and assisting instructional efforts for middle and high school band programs throughout central and eastern North Carolina and the Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill metropolitan areas
- Worked as a part of a team of educators with shared instructional and organizational duties across various classrooms
- Introduced and established new processes, pedagogy, and curricula for the Duke University Athletic Bands.
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR/ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF BANDS
East Carolina University
08.2009 - 06.2012
- Taught courses in music education methods to undergraduate and graduate music education students
- Supervised undergraduate music education clinical experiences in various school settings
- Maintained an active schedule consulting and assisting instructional efforts for middle and high school band programs throughout central and eastern North Carolina
- Provided professional development opportunities and feedback for the North Carolina music educator community
- Researched and created a Five-year Development Plan for the East Carolina Athletic Band program
- Participated in fundraising efforts that raised over $175,000 to purchase new equipment for the East Carolina University band program
- Presented pedagogical clinics for music educators at state and national clinics such as the North Carolina Music Educators Association Professional Development Conference and the College Band Directors National Association Athletic Band Symposium.
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF MUSIC EDUCATION/ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF BANDS
University of West Georgia
07.2008 - 07.2009
- Maintained an active schedule consulting and assisting instructional efforts for middle and high school band programs throughout western and central Georgia and the Atlanta metropolitan area
- Created several new classes and programs such as new ensembles and music education educational experiences for the Department of Music
- Served as the department chair, program evaluator, and curriculum developer for the division of brass studies
- Taught courses in music education methods to undergraduate and graduate music education students
- Supervised undergraduate music education clinical experiences in various school settings.
VISITING ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF MUSIC EDUCATION/INTERIM DIRECTOR OF BANDS
The College of Wooster
08.2007 - 05.2008
- Reviewed and revised curricula for the Bachelor of Music Education degree program
- Taught courses in music education methods to undergraduate and graduate music education students
- Supervised undergraduate music education clinical experiences in various school settings.
ASSOCIATE INSTRUCTOR - MUSIC EDUCATION & BAND
Indiana University
08.2001 - 04.2007
- Assisted with the instruction and evaluation of music education and band undergraduate students
- Collaborated with professors to create course content and instruction
- Identified and communicated to supervising professors concerning opportunities for curriculum enhancement
- Trained and evaluated undergraduate music education students as instructors of pre-college music education outreach programs for area public school music students
- Developed curriculum for pre-college music education outreach programs for area public school music students.
TEACHER - BANDS & CHORUSES
Avon Park Middle School
06.1999 - 06.2001
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to reinforce student-centric participation and learning
- Created and implemented a visionary, exciting, and developmentally appropriate curriculum with an emphasis on creative and critical thinking for various activities and learning experiences
- Developed a wide array of instructional materials to use in instruction and student performance
- Coordinated and taught all courses in middle school band and chorus
- Communicated frequently with students, faculty, and parents across multiple platforms to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies
- Enhanced student learning by integrating various technologies and web-based applications in the classroom and for assignments and communication
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, parents, and administrators to help students reach learning objectives
- Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding
- Used data-driven information to modify teaching strategies, goals, and classroom activities to better serve student needs
- Actively maintained personal professional development through research, conferences, professional community engagement, and a variety of other related learning activities.
TEACHER - BANDS
Frostproof Middle Senior High School
08.1998 - 06.1999
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to reinforce student-centric participation and learning
- Created and implemented a visionary, exciting, and developmentally appropriate curriculum with an emphasis on creative and critical thinking for various activities and learning experiences
- Developed a wide array of instructional materials to use in instruction and student performance
- Coordinated and taught all courses in middle school band and chorus
- Communicated frequently with students, faculty, and parents across multiple platforms to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies
- Enhanced student learning by integrating various technologies and web-based applications in the classroom and for assignments and communication
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, parents, and administrators to help students reach learning objectives
- Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding
- Used data-driven information to modify teaching strategies, goals, and classroom activities to better serve student needs
- Actively maintained personal professional development through research, conferences, professional community engagement, and a variety of other related learning activities.
Education
Doctor of Music, 12/2007 - Wind Conducting
Indiana University
Bloomington, IN05.2007
Master of Music Education, 12/2004 - Band Conducting & Literature
Indiana University
Bloomington, IN06.2004
Bachelor of Music Education, 05/1998 - Instrumental Music Education
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL05.1998
Skills
- Team Building
- Leadership
- Program Development
- Relationship Development
- Recruiting
- Program Oversight and Administration
- Effective Oral & Written Communication
- Motivational Servant Leadership Style
- Teaching, Creating & Assessing Pedagogy
- Strategic Planning
- Creativity and Innovation
- Instructional Delivery and Learner Development
- Curriculum Training and Development
- Education Consultation, Coaching, and Collaboration
- Conducting Learning and Program Evaluation using Formative and Summative Assessment Tools
- Operations Management & Program Administration
- Musical Direction
- Rehearsal Planning
- Ensemble Management
- Sight-Reading Mastery
- Event Promotion
- Budget Development
- Recruitment Strategies
- Budget Administration
Timeline
Interim Director of Bands
Georgia Southern University
07.2023 - Current
VISITING DIRECTOR OF BANDS/ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF
McMurry University
08.2022 - 07.2023
VISITING ASSISTANT PROFESSOR & INTERIM ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF BANDS
Northwestern State University
08.2021 - Current
CURRICULUM & PROGRAM DEVELOPER & EDUCATIONAL MENTOR/PROFESSIONAL COACH
Leaders Creating Leaders
07.2020 - Current
DIRECTOR OF ATHLETIC BANDS
McKendree University
07.2019 - 05.2021
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR/ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF BANDS
Kent State University
07.2013 - 06.2019
INTERIM ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF ATHLETIC BANDS
Duke University
08.2012 - 07.2013
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR/ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF BANDS
East Carolina University
08.2009 - 06.2012
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF MUSIC EDUCATION/ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF BANDS
University of West Georgia
07.2008 - 07.2009
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF MUSIC & MUSIC EDUCATION/UNIVERSITY BAND DIRECTOR
Various Institutions
08.2007 - Current
VISITING ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF MUSIC EDUCATION/INTERIM DIRECTOR OF BANDS
The College of Wooster
08.2007 - 05.2008
ASSOCIATE INSTRUCTOR - MUSIC EDUCATION & BAND
Indiana University
08.2001 - 04.2007
TEACHER - BANDS & CHORUSES
Avon Park Middle School
06.1999 - 06.2001
TEACHER - BANDS
Frostproof Middle Senior High School
08.1998 - 06.1999
Doctor of Music, 12/2007 - Wind Conducting
Indiana University
Master of Music Education, 12/2004 - Band Conducting & Literature
Indiana University
Bachelor of Music Education, 05/1998 - Instrumental Music Education
Florida State University