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Kelvin Guillen

Kelvin Guillen

Montclair,NJ

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate skilled at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willing to take on additional responsibilities to achieve team goals. Passionate about playing the cello, supporting the arts, and continuously learning. Currently on the path to becoming an educator.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Work History

Education & Community Engagement Intern

New Jersey Symphony
10.2022 - 06.2025
  • Collaborate on program planning, rehearsal setup, and student management for Saturday classes with resident Youth Orchestra at John J. Cali School of Music, serving 250 students in grades 4–12.
  • Tracked and managed 2023-2024 student mentor hours using Excel, sending acknowledgment letters recognizing hours completed at end of season.
  • Strengthened the organization's public image by representing it at local events, including Jersey City's Hamilton Park, Porch Fest (Newark), and Halsey Fest (Newark).

Marketing & Outreach Lead, Street Team

John J. Cali School Of Music
01.2024 - 05.2025
  • Secured initial approval for promotional materials from Center for Student Involvement in Fall 2024, streamlining process for obtaining necessary approvals for poster packages and enhancing team efficiency.
  • Increased event attendance to sold-out crowd for Béla Fleck's residency by building strategic partnerships with local businesses and organizations and actively engaging Montclair community.
  • Coordinate with the MSU Center for Student Involvement to ensure approval and optimal use of promotional materials across the University.
  • Engage with the Montclair and Bloomfield communities and businesses to drive patron attendance and foster engagement.

Music Camp Counselor

Apple Hill Center For Chamber Music
07.2024 - 08.2024
  • Managed a cabin of five campers, ensuring smooth transitions between activities, promoting participation, and maintaining safety during the day, at meals, and before bedtime.
  • Facilitated daily camp operations by supervising student crews over two weeks, ensuring hygiene and cleanliness standards were met while instilling professionalism through hands-on experience.
  • Collaborated with fellow counselors to organize unforgettable events that fostered teamwork and strengthened camper relationships, personally DJing a music night following performances.

Music Camp Counselor

Stokes Music Camp
07.2023 - 07.2024
  • Served as a positive role model for campers by demonstrating enthusiasm, professionalism, and a passion for music education during meals, concerts, and activities, ensuring a fun and engaging camp experience.
  • Implemented behavior management strategies by addressing name-calling through group discussions, fostering a positive and inclusive environment within the cabin.
  • Managed daily schedules for an overnight camp of approximately 90 students, working in counselor pairs within each cabin to ensure smooth transitions between activities and maximize camper participation.
  • Ensured camper safety by adhering to established guidelines, including Title IX protocols, and responding promptly to concerns or incidents.
  • Supported the musical growth and confidence of children aged 10-17 by providing individualized instruction tailored to diverse interests, skill levels, and developmental needs.

Pathways Production Assistant

Cali School of Music
08.2024 - Current
  • Assisted with Cali Pathways events, handling front reception, student arrivals, orientations, and one-on-one sessions.
  • Managed production control room functions, including lighting, cameras, live-feed operations, and stage transitions.
  • Translated and delivered a presentation to Spanish-speaking Pathways parents, providing information and answering questions.

University Bookstore Campus Ambassador

Montclair State University NJ
01.2024 - 05.2024
  • Leveraged websites and social media to showcase campus life, promote events, and highlight student opportunities, achieving over 1,000 views and significant engagement.
  • Built and strengthened connections with social media creators and campus organizations, enhancing social media marketing for the school bookstore and recruiting two colleagues as ambassadors.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Music Education

Montclair State University
Montclair
05-2027

Certification

Youth Mental Health First Aid Certification, National Council for Mental Wellbeing

Adult Mental Health First Aid Certification, National Council for Mental Wellbeing

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Accomplishments

Edwin M. Barton Scholarship - 2022

Recipient of a 4-year renewable scholarship for the pursuit of an education degree for serving in a leadership role and earning an exceptional GPA at Elizabeth High School at Frank J. Cicarell Academy.

Cali Pathways Project Scholarship - 2022

Recipient of the CPP Scholarship for under-resourced, talented, motivated 8th-12th grade students, assisting them in transcending barriers to reach their full musical potential.

Presser Scholar - 2025

This Award is an honor and recognizes the accomplishments and contribution of a music major in their final year of undergraduate study.

Teachers Club of Montclair Scholarship - 2025

Recipient of the Teachers Club of Montclair Scholarship, awarded by the Center for Student Success and Educator Excellence at Montclair State University.


Timeline

Pathways Production Assistant

Cali School of Music
08.2024 - Current

Music Camp Counselor

Apple Hill Center For Chamber Music
07.2024 - 08.2024

Marketing & Outreach Lead, Street Team

John J. Cali School Of Music
01.2024 - 05.2025

University Bookstore Campus Ambassador

Montclair State University NJ
01.2024 - 05.2024

Music Camp Counselor

Stokes Music Camp
07.2023 - 07.2024

Education & Community Engagement Intern

New Jersey Symphony
10.2022 - 06.2025

Bachelor of Arts - Music Education

Montclair State University

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