Kayla Cooper
Anniston,AL
Summary
Dedicated to fostering musical talent through lesson planning and compassionate leadership. My ability to collaborate effectively and impart both concert and marching band knowledge has consistently elevated student proficiency and confidence. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Vocal Recording Engineer
N/A
01.2025 - Current
- Learn vocal lines for soprano and alto parts
- Record vocal parts for soprano and alto parts
- Collaborated with music instructor to establish clear tempo and style
Private Lesson Instructor
Self-employed
09.2024 - Current
- Maximized student success by maintaining open lines of communication with parents and teachers regarding progress and areas for improvement
- Demonstrated flexibility in working with students of varying ages, skill levels, and learning preferences for optimal instructional outcomes
- Established rapport and trust with students, fostering an inclusive learning environment conducive to growth and development
- Evaluated progress regularly, adjusting instructional strategies to ensure consistent improvement in performance
- Enhanced student proficiency by developing customized lesson plans tailored to individual needs and goals
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems
- Fostered a passion for lifelong learning among students by modeling enthusiasm and dedication to the subject matter at hand.
Assistant Marching Band Director
Gaston High School
08.2024 - 11.2024
- Cultivated a positive learning environment, fostering strong relationships among band 9members and staff
- Elevated marching technique within the band through precise attention to detail in interpretation and execution
- Provided constructive feedback during rehearsals, enabling musicians to enhance their marching performance quality rapidly
- Facilitated rehearsals tailored to address specific marching needs of the group leading to increased ensemble uniformity
Band Camp Instructor
Ashville High School
07.2024 - 07.2024
- Facilitated group sessions and provided one-on-one support
- Maintained daily student records and evaluated student progress
- Instructed full woodwind section including flutes, clarinets, and saxophones
- Instilled in students to use proper marching and playing techniques
Studio Singer
N/A
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Wait For Me - Gyles Smith
- Worked closely with songwriters and producers during recording sessions to achieve desired sound quality and artistic vision
- Applied knowledge of harmony, melody, rhythm
Band Office Secretary
Jacksonville State University
08.2020 - 11.2020
- Greeted incoming visitors professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance
- Delivered top-notch administrative support to office staff, promoting excellence in office operations
- Answered telephone calls to field inquiries from clients, vendors and various other callers seeking information
- Established clean, neat, and friendly environment to give visitors positive first impression
Band Camp Instructor
Various High Schools
07.2018 - 07.2020
- Facilitated group sessions and provided one-on-one support
- Maintained daily student records and evaluated student progress
- Taught full woodwind section of 23 including flutes, clarinets, and saxophones
- Instructed students to use proper marching technique
MPA Clinician
Woodland High School, Forte Payne High School
02.2019 - 02.2020
- Worked with 10-15 saxophonists grade 3 music for MPA performance
- Used concert music experience to instruct young musicians on tempo, dynamics, and musicianship
- Corrected rhythms, notes, and musical phrasing
- Collaborated with other clinicians to create an environment conducive to learning how to play in a musical ensemble
Private Lessons
Calhoun County & Etowah County Schools
02.2018 - 11.2019
- Worked individually with each student during scheduled lessons, focusing on student-specific needs and goals
- Encouraged students to set and achieve personal goals for instrument mastery
- Increased knowledge of at least 12 students aged 11 to 16 in reading music and playing saxophone
Education
Bachelor Of Arts - Music Education
Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, AL05.2021
Skills
- Leadership
- Collaboration
- Communication
- Organization
- Lesson Planning
- Compassion
- Patience
- Listening
- Concert instrument knowledge
- Marching band knowledge
- One-on-one Instruction
- Group Instruction
- Woodwind knowledge
- Brass-wind knowledge
References
- Dr. Kenneth Bodiford, Director of Bands, Jacksonville State University, Kenbodiford@jsu.edu
- Rebekah Hammock, Director of Bands, Gaston high School, rebekah_hammock@ecboe.org
- Andrew Record, Band director, Ashville High School, andrew.record@sccboe.org
Timeline
Vocal Recording Engineer
N/A
01.2025 - Current
Private Lesson Instructor
Self-employed
09.2024 - Current
Assistant Marching Band Director
Gaston High School
08.2024 - 11.2024
Band Camp Instructor
Ashville High School
07.2024 - 07.2024
Studio Singer
N/A
01.2024 - 03.2024
Band Office Secretary
Jacksonville State University
08.2020 - 11.2020
MPA Clinician
Woodland High School, Forte Payne High School
02.2019 - 02.2020
Band Camp Instructor
Various High Schools
07.2018 - 07.2020
Private Lessons
Calhoun County & Etowah County Schools
02.2018 - 11.2019
Bachelor Of Arts - Music Education
Jacksonville State University
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