Joseph Anderson
Urbana,IL
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Teacher
Urbana School District #116
- Taught diverse student ensembles including High School Jazz Band, Middle School Jazz Band, 5th Grade Band (beginners), 6th Grade Percussion, and 8th Grade Band
- Developed and implemented lesson plans, taught fundamental and advanced music concepts (articulations, fingerings, posture, embouchure, instrument assembly, etc.), and managed classroom activities independently and alongside cooperating teachers Stacey Peterik and Christi Fernsberg.
- Built a comprehensive digital resource E-Folder for every instrumental section with detailed instructional materials for beginning band education, as part of program requirements prior to student teaching.
- Regularly collaborated with mentor teachers and school staff to enhance classroom management skills, adapt teaching strategies, and address students’ diverse needs effectively.
- Generated positive relationships with students and contributed to an inclusive, engaging, and supportive music learning environment.
- Urbana High School, Urbana Middle School, Yankee Ridge Elementary, Dr. Preston L. Williams Jr. Elementary School
Co-Founder, Chief Operating Officer & Vice-President
Arpeggia - 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization
10.2021 - 12.2024
- Participation in the mentorship committee, mentoring local school children to develop music literacy and instrumental technique.
- Co-Founder of Arpeggia - 501 (c)(3) and Registered Student Organization at the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign
- Collaborates with the administration to ensure the long-term financial health and growth of Arpeggia. Responsibilities include securing funding (sponsors, grants, etc.), maintaining good standing with the bank, IRS, and SORF, determining the feasibility of projects requiring funding.
Academic Tutor/Summer Camp Counselor
Friendship Centre at HighPoint
05.2019 - 08.2022
- Provided academic support in multiple subjects to students through personalized one-on-one sessions or dynamic group activities, tailoring support to meet individual learning needs.
- Assisted and created engaging activities for children aged 4-12, including arts and crafts, sports, games, and field trips Assisted in coordinating, planning, and directing daily summer activities
Education
BA - Music Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Urbana, IL05.2025
Accomplishments
- University of Illinois FAA James Scholar (2021-2023)
- Selected to participate in the Illinois Music Educators Association Senior Concert Festival (Nov 2019)
Ensembles
- University of Illinois Wind Orchestra
- University of Illinois Hindsley Wind Ensemble
- University of Illinois Latin Jazz Ensemble
- University of Illinois Repertory Jazz Orchestra
- The Marching Illini Peter Tijerina Jazz Nonet
- Snooty Moochers Brass Band
Timeline
Co-Founder, Chief Operating Officer & Vice-President
Arpeggia - 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization
10.2021 - 12.2024
Academic Tutor/Summer Camp Counselor
Friendship Centre at HighPoint
05.2019 - 08.2022
Student Teacher
Urbana School District #116
BA - Music Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
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