John Waytena
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Clarinetist and professional educator prepared for role with strong background in fostering student development and managing classroom dynamics. Valued for ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and adapt to changing needs. Skilled in lesson planning, classroom management, and engaging diverse student populations. Known for reliability, excellent communication, and results-driven approach.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
HORSEHEADS/CORNING/ELMIRA SCHOOL DISTRICTS
01.1996
- Taught instrumental, vocal, and music appreciation classes to students in grades K-12
Instrument Technician
MARSHALL MUSIC CO.
01.2017 - Current
- Cleans, services and repairs musical instruments
- Assess the level of care, repair and cleaning for each instrument
- Play test instruments to make sure they are in working order before returning to customer
- Works independently alongside a team of repair technicians
Substitute Teacher
OKEMOS/MASON/EAST LANSING SCHOOL DISTRICTS
01.2017 - Current
- Taught various subjects including special education classes
- Worked with diverse student population from preschool age and Kindergarten through 12th grade
Visiting Instructor of Clarinet
OLIVET COLLEGE
01.2001 - 01.2002
- Taught individual lessons
- Coached Chamber Music Groups
Visiting Instructor of Clarinet
MOTT COMMUNITY COLLEGE
01.2000 - 01.2002
- Taught individual lessons
- Coached Chamber Music Groups
Clarinet Instructor
FLINT INSTITUTE OF MUSIC
01.2000 - 01.2002
- Taught individual lessons
- Coached Chamber Music Groups
Clarinet Instructor, Principal Clarinet in Symphony
JACKSON SYMPHONY COMMUNITY MUSIC SCHOOL
01.2000 - 01.2002
- Taught individual lessons
- Coached Chamber Music Groups
Graduate Teaching Assistantship
ITHACA COLLEGE SCHOOL OF MUSIC
01.1997 - 01.1999
- Taught Clarinet Pedagogy class to all music education majors, and woodwind class with an emphasis on saxophone, flute and clarinet
- Provided extensive coaching in technique for freshman clarinet players, and woodwind sectionals in the Symphony Orchestra
- Provided private lesson instruction to clarinet minors and non-major students
Student Teacher
CORNING-PAINTED POST EAST HIGH SCHOOL
01.1994 - 01.1995
- Provided instruction in instrumental music for grades 9-12
- Conducted band and served as Chamber Music Instructor
Student Teacher
DRYDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
01.1993 - 01.1994
- Taught instrumental music to students in grades 4-6, on a private basis
Education
Master of Arts - Clarinet Performance/Music Education
Ithaca College
Ithaca, NYSkills
- Classroom management
- Adaptable
- Relationship building and management
- Student engagement
- Positive reinforcement
- Behavior management
- Classroom organization
Timeline
Instrument Technician
MARSHALL MUSIC CO.
01.2017 - Current
Substitute Teacher
OKEMOS/MASON/EAST LANSING SCHOOL DISTRICTS
01.2017 - Current
Visiting Instructor of Clarinet
OLIVET COLLEGE
01.2001 - 01.2002
Visiting Instructor of Clarinet
MOTT COMMUNITY COLLEGE
01.2000 - 01.2002
Clarinet Instructor
FLINT INSTITUTE OF MUSIC
01.2000 - 01.2002
Clarinet Instructor, Principal Clarinet in Symphony
JACKSON SYMPHONY COMMUNITY MUSIC SCHOOL
01.2000 - 01.2002
Graduate Teaching Assistantship
ITHACA COLLEGE SCHOOL OF MUSIC
01.1997 - 01.1999
Substitute Teacher
HORSEHEADS/CORNING/ELMIRA SCHOOL DISTRICTS
01.1996
Student Teacher
CORNING-PAINTED POST EAST HIGH SCHOOL
01.1994 - 01.1995
Student Teacher
DRYDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
01.1993 - 01.1994
Master of Arts - Clarinet Performance/Music Education
Ithaca College
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