Kaleihiehie Cablay
Sacramento
Summary
Professional with robust background in directing and managing large-scale operations, consistently driving success through strategic planning and execution. Adept at implementing innovative solutions that enhance productivity and operational effectiveness. Known for fostering teamwork and adapting to evolving business needs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Athletic Bands
California State University, Sacramento
08.2024 - Current
- Professor for MUSC 142M - Marching Band in Fall and Spring semesters.
- Plan and determine logistics for rehearsals and performances during the semester, including community outreach and recruitment.
- Coordinate with Athletics regarding sports events in which the Marching Band and Pep Band participate in.
- Attend home football and basketball games at which the band performed.
- Coordinate logistics for Marching Band, Winter Guard and Winter Percussion, including schedules, and payment for music, drill, and techs.
- Coordinate with other departments on campus to host a high school marching band competition on campus.
- Developed and implemented policies to improve operational efficiency within university departments.
- Directed budget planning processes, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and fiscal responsibility.
- Mentored departmental leaders on best practices in governance and resource management for optimal outcomes.
Band Director
Buckeye Union School District
08.2020 - 06.2025
- Instruct 4th grade beginning band at multiple sites within the district.
- Continue with 5th grade intermediate band and beginning band.
- Rehearse middle school beginning jazz band, concert band, symphonic band, and advanced jazz band for students in 6th - 8th grade.
- Create and implement a World Music curriculum for 6th grade.
- Plan, rehearse, and perform one concert per school year for 4th and 5th grade.
- Plan, rehearse, and perform three concerts per school year for middle school ensembles.
- Plan, budget, and determine logistics for several Festival performances for the advanced jazz band, including an overnight trip to Southern California.
- Work closely with the Parent Booster organization to create fundraising opportunities for the program and community outreach.
- Developed and implemented engaging music curriculum aligned with state standards.
- Conducted rehearsals to enhance performance skills and musicality among students.
Color Guard and Winter Guard Director
California State University, Sacramento
08.2019 - 05.2024
- Teach a color guard, with members ages 18-22, technique and show repertoire in preparation for competitions and outreach performances.
- Attend collegiate football games in the Fall to assist with game day logistics and pregame and halftime performances.
- Create schedules for Winter Guard rehearsals and performance days.
- Design and choreograph show concepts to perform.
- Determine budget for equipment, uniforms, and props.
- Led rehearsals to enhance performance quality and team cohesion.
- Developed choreography that aligned with thematic concepts for various events.
Co-Interim Director of Athletic Bands
California State University, Sacramento
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Co-taught MUSC 144P-02 and MUSC 145-01, Spring 2023
- Coordinate with Athletics regarding sports events in which the Pep Band participated in.
- Attend home basketball games at which the pep band performed.
- Coordinate logistics for Winter Guard and Winter Percussion, including schedules, and payment for music, drill, and techs.
- See Other Experience, Color Guard and Winter Guard Director
TK-8 Band/Music Teacher
Lammersville Unified School District
08.2017 - 05.2020
- Provide general music education for students in grades Transitional Kindergarten - 3rd.
- Begin instrumental music on recorder for students in 3rd and 4th grade.
- Instruct 5th grade beginning band at multiple sites within the district.
- Rehearse middle school choir and concert band for students in 6th - 8th grade.
- Plan, rehearse, and perform one concert per school year for 1st - 5th grade.
- Plan, rehearse, and perform two concerts per school year for middle school ensembles.
- Plan, budget, and determine logistics for one Festival performance in the Spring for middle school ensembles.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans for diverse student groups.
Graduate Assistant
California State University, Sacramento
08.2015 - 05.2017
- Assist in planning collegiate ensemble rehearsals, up to 7 rehearsals per week per 16-week semester.
- Work with university directors to create a positive and effective learning environment.
- Lead rehearsals with the assistance of, or in absence of, the director(s).
- Gather and organize information from members of the ensembles.
- Coordinate with travel agencies to plan weekend marching band trips and away-game logistics.
- Work with other university entities (Athletics, UTAPS, etc.).
- Provide support to directors, staff, and members.
- Assisted faculty in research projects, contributing to data collection and analysis.
Education
Master of Music - Instrumental Conducting
California State University, Sacramento
Sacramento, CA05.2017
Credential Program - Single Subject - Music
California State University, Sacramento
Sacramento, CA06.2016
Bachelor of Music - Education, Instrumental Performance (Clarinet)
California State University, Sacramento
Sacramento, CA05.2014
Skills
- Organization
- Strategic planning
- Decision-making
- Verbal and written communication
- Synced electronic devices but also transferred to paper modes (planners, notebooks, etc)
- Proficient in Microsoft programs and Google Suite
- Flexibility
- Personable
- Works well with others
- Relationship building
Activities
Mu Phi Epsilon - Alpha Delta Professional Music Fraternity - CSU, Sacramento
Imbue Winter Guard - Winter Guard International - Modesto, CA
Sacramento State Marching Band CSU, Sacramento School of Music Graduate Assistant
Timeline
Director of Athletic Bands
California State University, Sacramento
08.2024 - Current
Co-Interim Director of Athletic Bands
California State University, Sacramento
01.2023 - 05.2023
Band Director
Buckeye Union School District
08.2020 - 06.2025
Color Guard and Winter Guard Director
California State University, Sacramento
08.2019 - 05.2024
TK-8 Band/Music Teacher
Lammersville Unified School District
08.2017 - 05.2020
Graduate Assistant
California State University, Sacramento
08.2015 - 05.2017
Credential Program - Single Subject - Music
California State University, Sacramento
Bachelor of Music - Education, Instrumental Performance (Clarinet)
California State University, Sacramento
Master of Music - Instrumental Conducting
California State University, Sacramento