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Joseph Sabando

Ledgewood

Summary

A dynamic music educator and performer who has experience with composing and conducting, specializing in music theory and student motivation, and successfully organizing concerts that showcased student talents, while fostering an inclusive environment that enhanced musicianship. Committed to continuous improvement, I leverage innovative teaching strategies to engage students and elevate their understanding of music.


Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Marching Band Percussion Instructor

Pequannock Township
11.2024 - Current
  • Provided constructive feedback to students during rehearsals, leading to continuous improvement and mastery of skills.
  • Developed individualized lesson plans for each student, resulting in improved skill levels and overall musicianship.
  • Established an inclusive learning environment that fostered growth, discipline, and camaraderie among band members.
  • Served as liaison between the band director and percussion section, facilitating clear communication on expectations and goals.

Percussion Instructor

PMP
01.2024 - Current
  • Introduced new repertoire selections regularly to maintain student interest and expose them to various genres within percussion literature.
  • Developed strong relationships with school administration; collaborated on resource allocation decisions related to percussion program needs and goals.
  • Stayed current with industry trends, attended professional development workshops, and applied new teaching strategies in order to deliver cutting-edge instruction to students.
  • Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians to ensure consistent communication regarding student progress, challenges, and achievements.

Substitute Teacher, K-12

ESS
12.2022 - Current
  • 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 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.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.

Music Teacher

B2Rmusic
10.2021 - Current
  • Organized successful concerts and recitals, showcasing students'' talents and hard work.
  • Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
  • Incorporated creative activities into lessons to engage students and spark interest in music.
  • Enhanced students'' understanding of music theory through engaging activities and exercises.
  • Improved student musicianship by incorporating a variety of teaching methods and techniques.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Music Education

William Paterson University of New Jersey
Wayne, NJ
06-2027

Skills

  • Music theory
  • Teaching experience
  • Student motivation
  • Individual instruction

Accomplishments

    PASIC Participant

    Principal Percussionist of William Paterson Chamber Winds

    Principal Percussionist of William Paterson Orchestra

    Participated in the 2025 Nashville Marimba Sessions

    Played for the Ridgewood Symphony Orchestra

    Played for the North Jersey Symphony

Timeline

Marching Band Percussion Instructor

Pequannock Township
11.2024 - Current

Percussion Instructor

PMP
01.2024 - Current

Substitute Teacher, K-12

ESS
12.2022 - Current

Music Teacher

B2Rmusic
10.2021 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Music Education

William Paterson University of New Jersey

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