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Kyle C. McLaughlin
Music Teacher
Brick Township,NJ
Summary
Professional music educator with strong foundation in conducting, music theory, and instrumental instruction. Known for fostering collaborative environments and guiding ensembles through diverse and challenging repertoires. Adept in strong behavior management and ensuring high-quality performances. Skilled in leadership, pedagogy, and program development.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2020
2020
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
1
1
Language
Work History
Band Director/ General Music Teacher
Wall Township Public Schools
Wall Township, New Jersey
09.2022 - Current
- Responsible for the entire music program from Kindergarten through 5th grade for all 500+ students
- Duties for band include recruitment for 4th + 5th grade, conducting 4 weekly full-band rehearsals and daily instrument specific lessons, conducting 2 concerts each year and 2 school assemblies.
- Duties for general music include teaching each class once a week adhering to district curriculum through submitted standard-based lesson plans, teaching recorder to 3rd grade, upholding strong classroom behavior management, and preparing both 5th and 2nd grade classes for concert performances.
- Implemented many new motivational school programs since joining the staff in 2022 including the Music and Arts Student of the Month award, and The Recorder Karate Hall of Fame display.
Voyager Boys Division Leader
Pine Grove Day Camp
Wall Township, New Jersey
02.2021 - Current
- Lead 15-20 counselors who are assigned to more than 100 1st and 2nd grade campers for 8 weeks of camp, along with pre-camp planning for scheduling, special events, and training counselors.
- Ensure the day to day operations of the camp run smoothly, evaluate staff, resolve situations with campers, as well as calling parents when there has been an issue at camp.
Band Teacher/ Private Instructor
Fundamental Music Instruction
Keansburg, New Jersey
09.2019 - Current
- Taught both beginner and advanced instrumental band music at the elementary and middle school levels (grades 1-8) on instruments including flute, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, trombone, piano, guitar, violin, and drums.
- Assigned to 5 different private schools in Ocean and Monmouth counties (St. Stanislaus Kostka, St. Benedict, St. Rose of Lima, Cavalry Academy, and St. Thomas the Apostle).
- Shifted to online instruction in March 2020, which included scheduling the individual lessons via email, teaching the lessons on Zoom, sending out weekly assignments, and being flexible overall around my student's family schedules, currently only teaching a few private-lesson students virtually.
Online Music Instructor
All Kids Need Music
Keansburg , New Jersey
01.2021 - 07.2022
- Company Overview: IRS 501(c)(3) Registered Non-Profit Organization
- Provided virtual online lessons to children in orphanages who otherwise would not have access to music lessons and instruments.
- Responsible for planning and scheduling the virtual lessons with the children's case managers.
- Other duties include submitting periodic updates on student progress to the supervisor to post in a monthly newsletter.
- IRS 501(c)(3) Registered Non-Profit Organization
Long-Term Sub Band Director
Lacey Township School District
Lanoka Harbor , New Jersey
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Taught beginning band to 4th grade students on instruments including flute, clarinet, alto saxophone, trumpet, French horn, trombone, snare drum, and bells.
- Responsible for program recruitment, working with classroom teachers to create a cohesive pull-out schedule, coordinating instrument rentals with parents, conducting band rehearsals and small group lessons, selecting repertoire, lesson planning, and coordinating two concerts at each school.
Lacrosse Specialist
Pine Grove Day Camp
Wall Township, New Jersey
06.2018 - 02.2021
- As a specialist, I lead lacrosse instruction to groups of 15-20 campers five days a week over the course of an 8-week camp program.
- Responsible for creating lesson plans for teaching the many different fundamentals of lacrosse to a wide variety of ages from 3rd-8th grade.
- Responsible for distributing food to campers during lunch, directing traffic during morning drop off, and direct supervision of campers aged 5-14.
Student Teacher
The Catholic University of America
Prince Georges County , Maryland
01.2019 - 05.2019
- At the elementary level, responsible for creating daily music lessons and schedules for music instruction to grades 4-6 for a total of 33 days at University Park Elementary School (Monday, Wednesday, Friday) and Hyattsville Elementary School (Tuesday, Thursday).
- Direct instruction to beginner level students, to students with second and three year experience on instruments including flute, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, French horn, trombone, violin, viola, cello, and bass.
- At the secondary level, responsible for creating daily lesson plans for three groups including two beginner groups (Concert Band 1 and Concert Strings), and one intermediate group (Concert Band).
- Direct instruction ranging from full group ensemble setting to smaller group sectional settings.
- Conducted pieces at spring concert for Concert Band 1, Concert Strings, and Concert Band.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
- Monitored student progress to provide feedback on assignments and guidance on areas requiring improvement.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
Summer Day Camp Counselor for 3rd Grade Boys
Lakeland Hills YMCA
Mountain Lakes , New Jersey
06.2017 - 08.2017
- Aided by a co-counselor, was in charge of a group of 15 third grade boys from 8:00 AM-4:00 PM five days a week over the course of an 8-week day camp program.
- Engaged the campers in the camp's daily recreational program along with creating plans for free-form counselor-run activity periods each day.
- Responsible for the welfare of the children, including sun-screen protection, meals & hydration, resolving camper conflicts, and ensuring all campers were engaged and having fun throughout the day.
Education
Bachelors of Music Degree - Music Education (Instrumental)
The Catholic University of America
Washington, D.C.05.2019
Skills
Student motivation
Music theory
Arranging skills
Instrument proficiency
Audition preparation
Fundraising strategies
Public speaking
Ear training
Music history
Repertoire selection
Ensemble management
Rehearsal techniques
Recruitment efforts
Conducting expertise
Instrument maintenance proficiency
Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
NJ Standard Certificate in Music, 05/12/23
Interests
Timeline
Band Director/ General Music Teacher
Wall Township Public Schools
09.2022 - Current
Long-Term Sub Band Director
Lacey Township School District
09.2021 - 06.2022
Voyager Boys Division Leader
Pine Grove Day Camp
02.2021 - Current
Online Music Instructor
All Kids Need Music
01.2021 - 07.2022
Band Teacher/ Private Instructor
Fundamental Music Instruction
09.2019 - Current
Student Teacher
The Catholic University of America
01.2019 - 05.2019
Lacrosse Specialist
Pine Grove Day Camp
06.2018 - 02.2021
Summer Day Camp Counselor for 3rd Grade Boys
Lakeland Hills YMCA
06.2017 - 08.2017
Bachelors of Music Degree - Music Education (Instrumental)
The Catholic University of America