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Jonathan Probst

Chino Hills,CA

Summary

Dedicated leader and problem-solver focused on streamlining operations to promote organizational efficiency and impact. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact collective culture and success.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Director of Instrumental Music

Chino Hills High School
07.2019 - Current
  • Creating dynamic blends of music education and visual arts to create well-rounded and cohesive lesson plan
  • Coordinating rehearsal schedule and drills based on staff availability and musician progress
  • Led team of 30 musical professionals in daily operations.
  • Prioritized tasks and allocated resources appropriately to keep program focused and productive.
  • Trained and mentored 280 musicians/performers.
  • Maintained digital files to maintain current, accurate, and compliant education documentation.
  • Cooperated with leadership team and boosters to create operating budgets and initiate financial planning and fundraisers by season/year.
  • Scheduled and coordinated transportation and lodging for 300+ persons.
  • Coordinated implementation of people-related services, policies and programs through departmental staff of 30 employees and 70 volunteers.

High School Teacher

Chino Hills High School
07.2019 - Current
  • Managed & maintained 120 education plans and grade logs with accuracy and timeliness.
  • Delivered quality curriculum in three subjects; AP Music Theory, Guitar, Jazz.
  • Created AP Music Theory class and curriculum with student AP scores exceeding both US and State averages by 10% or more first year.
  • Member of Visual Arts and Performance Academy (VAPA) committee.
  • Developed communicative relationships with students and parents to support learning.
  • Fostered positive and pleasant classroom culture while maintaining learning development goals.
  • Planned, developed, and executed lessons reflecting high school curriculum and core educational standards.

Owner/Sole Proprietor

Probst Productions
01.2018 - Current
  • Creating Custom Drill Design & Choreography for Marching Bands & indoor Drumlines across United States
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Established foundational processes for business operations.
  • Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends.
  • Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
  • Generated revenues yearly and effectively capitalized on industry growth.
  • Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, and transaction reports.
  • Developed business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers and increase sales and profit margins.
  • Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.

Musician- Lead Trumpet

The Walt Disney Company
10.2015 - 02.2018
  • Built networks with local musicians to provide session support for gigs and events.
  • Performed in numerous shows for "A Christmas Fantasy".
  • Scheduled rehearsals with other musicians for unit for performance season.
  • Conducted ensemble at rehearsals and during both live and recorded performances.
  • Applied knowledge of harmony, melody, rhythm and voice production to individualize presentations and maintain audience interest.
  • Achieved desired tonal and harmonic balance by communicating clearly with musicians.
  • Observed choral leaders or prompters for cues or directions in vocal presentations.

Education

Masters of Education - Critical Thinking

National University
La Jolla, CA
09.2021

Bachelor of Music - Music Education

California Baptist University
Riverside, CA
05.2016

Skills

  • Communication Skills
  • Scheduling and Coordination
  • Educational Strategies
  • Training and Development
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Team Operations
  • Sales Strategies
  • Financial Management
  • Coordinate Events
  • Staff Management

Timeline

Assistant Director of Instrumental Music

Chino Hills High School
07.2019 - Current

High School Teacher

Chino Hills High School
07.2019 - Current

Owner/Sole Proprietor

Probst Productions
01.2018 - Current

Musician- Lead Trumpet

The Walt Disney Company
10.2015 - 02.2018

Masters of Education - Critical Thinking

National University

Bachelor of Music - Music Education

California Baptist University
Jonathan Probst