Justin Su'esu'e
Modesto,CA
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience at West Valley Mission Community College, specializing in vocal technique instruction and student mentoring. Proven ability to develop engaging course materials and assess performance effectively. Strong interpersonal communication skills foster a supportive learning environment, enhancing student creativity and academic growth.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Adjunct Professor:Musical Theater, Voice & Diction
West Valley Mission Community College District
Saratoga, California
01.2020 - Current
- Developed course materials for diverse student populations.
- Delivered engaging lectures on subject matter expertise.
- Assessed student performance through exams and assignments.
- Mentored students to enhance academic and professional growth.
- Developed individualized lesson plans for diverse vocal techniques and styles.
- Guided students in performance preparation for recitals and competitions.
- Coached advanced singers on song interpretation skills such as phrasing and dynamics.
- Conducted regular recitals to showcase student progress in a live setting.
- Created customized practice routines for individual students to help them reach their goals.
- Gave private lessons in both one-on-one settings as well as small groups.
- Designed warmup exercises tailored specifically toward each student's needs.
- Utilized audio-visual aids for teaching purposes.
- Provided instruction on the pronunciation of words and phrases in various dialects.
Private Voice Instructor
Private Voice Studio
Los Angeles/Modesto, CA
05.2014 - Current
- Worked with students ranging in ages between 12-70 to further develop an understanding and appreciation for music through solo repertoire.
- Taught classical, musical theater and pop voice
- Enhanced students' understanding of voice and the importance of healthy singing
- Instruction of breathe support, projection, diction and character development.
- Instruction of light music theory and sight reading.
- Motivated and encouraged students through positive reinforcement techniques
- Organized recitals and performances to showcase student talent and growth.
- Collaborated with students on song selection to align with their interests.
- Maintained a supportive environment fostering creativity and self-expression in students.
Adjunct Professor of Music
Modesto Junior College, Modesto
Modesto, CA
08.2020 - 10.2022
- Delivered engaging lectures to diverse student populations.
- Mentored students in music-related career paths and industry practices.
- Evaluated student progress through assessments and examinations.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance and grades.
- Collaborated with other faculty members on curriculum development.
- Created lesson plans to ensure comprehensive coverage of material in a timely manner.
- Encouraged creativity among students while maintaining high academic standards.
- Organized recitals featuring student work.
Division Coordinator, Thornton School of Music; Contemporary Division
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA
03.2017 - 02.2019
- Maintain and run the main office, that supports 70 faculty members and nearly 500 students in the Popular Music, Screen Scoring, Music Industry, Jazz Studies and Music Production degree programs.
- Create faculty teaching load-sheets for payroll each semester.
- Booking room reservations through the USC VEMS system.
- Work with faculty on their travel, and budgetary needs for their program.
- Direct Supervisor of 6 students workers, but maintaining and approving time-sheets for 22 student workers from other departments.
- Meet with prospective students and families regarding program specific details.
- Processing payments to our vendors and guest faculty.
- Booking international and domestic hotels, flights and car services for our VIP guests and our faculty.
- Serving the faculty daily with administrative tasks, such as copying, faxing, printing and setting up meetings.
- Answer phones and emails, extensive filing, and processing of FedEx and other large mailings for the office.
- Extensive use of online systems when submitting Office Depot and other orders, reconciling monthly budgets, staff, faculty and student reimbursements, and reconciling credit card Statements.
- Balancing 22 business accounts each month while maintaining an online excel tracking sheet.
- Extensive knowledge of the Common Application and Admission requirements for USC, as well as WORKDAY and KUALI.
Thornton School of Music Student Affairs and Admission Assistant
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA
08.2014 - 03.2017
- Greet prospective students and parents and provide information and materials regarding the Thornton School of Music, including application deadlines and requirements.
- Admission Representative for the Thornton School of Music at USC for group meetings with prospective students and parents.
- Provide tours to perspective students and parents.
- Maintaining check-in tables for Audition weekends.
- Answer phones and emails, extensive filing, and processing of FedEx and other large mailings for the office.
- Extensive use of online systems when submitting Office Depot and other orders, reconciling monthly budgets, staff reimbursements, and reconciling credit card Statements.
- Create and maintain budget pictures for the year.
- Create weekly appointment schedules for Academic Advisors and student worker semester work schedules.
- Extensive knowledge of Common Application and Admission requirements for USC.
Musical Director, Assistant Director, Assistant Choreographer
Youth Entertainment Stage Company
Modesto, CA
05.2010 - 08.2014
- Musical Direction for teens from 7th grade to 12th grade.
- Music instruction for the summer musicals
- Facilitated large-music rehearsals of 80 or more students.
- Orchestra Organization.
- Assist with audio crew, to ensure best sound for the singers and actors.
- Assist with creation and instruction of stage direction and stage craft exercises.
- Assist with choreography creation and instruction.
- Maintain extensive stage direction and choreography notes for Artistic Director.
Admissions Ambassador
Westminster Choir College
Princeton, NJ
01.2012 - 05.2014
- Respond to various Admissions inquiries via phone and email.
- Input Admissions data into computer database.
- Conduct campus tours for prospective students and visitors.
- Coordinate and assist in various roles during auditions.
Recreation Specialist
City of Modesto
Modesto, CA
05.2004 - 08.2011
- Provide supervision to elementary school children during After School Learning Program.
- Assist and tutor students with homework in various topics.
- Instruct students in the fundamentals of music, including rhythm, note value, and appreciation of music.
- Develop lesson plans that include specific details and instructions to enable project success.
Office Assistant/Teaching Assistant to Dr. Cherrie Llewellyn, Chair of Voice and Opera Department at Modesto Junior College
Dr. Cherrie Llewellyn
Modesto, CA
09.2010 - 05.2011
- General office operations, including making copies, faxing, Microsoft Windows-based computer operation.
- Provide classroom orientation to new students regarding processes and expectations related to particular classes.
- Confirm and input student assignments and grades into Blackboard program.
Instructional Aid
La Grange Elementary School
La Grange, CA
09.2006 - 05.2008
- Provide supervision to students during recess and in classroom while instructor was away.
- Assist and tutor students with homework in various topics.
- Instruct students in the fundamentals of music, including rhythm, note value, and appreciation of music.
Education
Artist Diploma - Vocal Arts and Opera
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA01.2018
Master of Music - Vocal Arts and Opera
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA01.2016
Bachelor of Music - Voice Performance
Westminster Choir College of Rider University
Princeton, NJ01.2014
General Education/Music Major -
Modesto Junior College
Modesto, CA01.2010
High School Diploma -
Johansen High School
Modesto, CA01.2003
Skills
- Course development
- Performance assessment
- Vocal technique instruction
- Student mentoring
- Curriculum collaboration
- Classroom management
- Administrative support
- Online classes
- In-class lectures
- Professional networking
- Interpersonal communication
- Written communication
References
References are available upon request.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Adjunct Professor of Music
Modesto Junior College, Modesto
08.2020 - 10.2022
Adjunct Professor:Musical Theater, Voice & Diction
West Valley Mission Community College District
01.2020 - Current
Division Coordinator, Thornton School of Music; Contemporary Division
University of Southern California
03.2017 - 02.2019
Thornton School of Music Student Affairs and Admission Assistant
University of Southern California
08.2014 - 03.2017
Private Voice Instructor
Private Voice Studio
05.2014 - Current
Admissions Ambassador
Westminster Choir College
01.2012 - 05.2014
Office Assistant/Teaching Assistant to Dr. Cherrie Llewellyn, Chair of Voice and Opera Department at Modesto Junior College
Dr. Cherrie Llewellyn
09.2010 - 05.2011
Musical Director, Assistant Director, Assistant Choreographer
Youth Entertainment Stage Company
05.2010 - 08.2014
Instructional Aid
La Grange Elementary School
09.2006 - 05.2008
Recreation Specialist
City of Modesto
05.2004 - 08.2011
Artist Diploma - Vocal Arts and Opera
University of Southern California
Master of Music - Vocal Arts and Opera
University of Southern California
Bachelor of Music - Voice Performance
Westminster Choir College of Rider University
General Education/Music Major -
Modesto Junior College
High School Diploma -
Johansen High School
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