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Joseph McCutcheon

Summary

Education professional bringing wealth of experience in individual and group instruction, curriculum, development and performance coaching. Known for fostering collaborative and results-driven environment ensuring both student engagement and progress.

Experienced with team leadership, strategic planning, and operational management. Utilizes effective communication and organizational skills to drive project success. Track record of fostering productive work environments and achieving set goals.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Private Music Instructor

Self Employed
08.2023 - Current
  • Explained music theory, aural skills and fundamental concepts to teach students to understand, analyze, perform and create music.
  • Motivated students to practice music by offering positive reinforcement and encouraging progress.
  • Created encouraging, fun and focused lesson atmosphere.
  • Acquired teaching materials and resources to facilitate music instruction.
  • Established and maintained network of music contacts to promote work continuity.

Bar Manager

Abide
08.2023 - 10.2024
  • Coordinated bi-weekly payroll for 8 personnel.
  • Mentored and trained staff members to ensure exceptional customer service standards.
  • Handled conflict resolution among staff members promptly and professionally, maintaining a positive work environment.
  • Created effective employee schedules maintaining coverage at peak times and minimizing labor costs.
  • Strategized plans to increase bar revenue through innovative promotional concepts, specialty drinks, and customer-focused events.

Music Instructor

Tigard High School
08.2022 - 04.2023
  • Led goal-oriented rehearsals with the front ensemble focusing on technique, fundamental warm-ups, vocabulary, and field music.
  • Tailored instructional materials according to specific learning needs, ensuring better comprehension of complex musical concepts.
  • Managed inventory of percussion instruments and equipment, maintaining proper care and upkeep for optimal performance quality.

Substitute Teacher, K-12

North Kansas City School District
01.2022 - 07.2022
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals from music staff and trusted performance.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.

Student Teacher

North Kansas City School District
07.2021 - 12.2021
  • Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
  • Supported diverse learners with differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual needs and abilities.
  • Assisted with management of classroom rules, procedures and expectations to instill discipline and observance of conduct code.

Marching Band Percussion Instructor

Saint Joseph School District
07.2018 - 03.2020
  • Implemented effective rehearsal strategies to maximize productivity during limited practice time available before performances.
  • Organized and led sectionals for percussionists, refining ensemble balance and timing accuracy.
  • Enhanced student performance by implementing innovative percussion techniques and exercises.
  • Managed inventory of percussion instruments and equipment, maintaining proper care and upkeep for optimal performance quality.

Education

Bachelor of Instrumental Music Education - Music Education

Missouri Western State University
Saint Joseph, MO
12-2021

Skills

  • Music education
  • Team leadership
  • Staff management
  • Classroom management
  • Classroom instruction
  • Collaborative learning
  • Payroll software
  • Microsoft office

Timeline

Private Music Instructor

Self Employed
08.2023 - Current

Bar Manager

Abide
08.2023 - 10.2024

Music Instructor

Tigard High School
08.2022 - 04.2023

Substitute Teacher, K-12

North Kansas City School District
01.2022 - 07.2022

Student Teacher

North Kansas City School District
07.2021 - 12.2021

Marching Band Percussion Instructor

Saint Joseph School District
07.2018 - 03.2020

Bachelor of Instrumental Music Education - Music Education

Missouri Western State University

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