Leslie Newlin
Business Professional
Olathe,KS
Summary
Enthusiastic business leader with 7+ years of experience planning, leading and improving activities to support successful business operations. Strategic in developing policies, managing clients and scheduling. Focused on motivating clients and working with diverse personality types to drive improvements.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Owner & Instructor
Leslie's Music Studio
Olathe, KS
01.2014 - Current
- Founded and managed Leslie's Music Studio, providing private and group instruction in piano.
- Maintained private studio of 30 students for 7+ years.
- Managed day-to-day business operations, including client communication, scheduling, event planning, and accounting.
- Consulted with clients to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Established, optimized and enforced business policies to maintain consistency and high-quality standards across music studio operations.
- Maintained up-to-date administrative records to monitor operational conditions.
- Furthered brand awareness through business website, Instagram account, and Google listing.
- Wrote and sent monthly e-newsletters to clients with up-to-date information on studio events.
Choral Accompanist
Olathe School District
Olathe, KS
08.2017 - 03.2020
- Provided musical background for live concerts and rehearsals.
- Practiced 10 hours per week to maintain and improve technical skills.
- Worked with choral director and studied scores at length to learn music in detail and develop suitable interpretations.
Secretary
Olathe Music Teachers Association
Olathe, KS
08.2014 - 05.2017
- Took on leadership roles in facilitating association events, such as the annual Solo Festival.
- Wrote and sent monthly e-newsletters to members including up-to-date information on association events.
- Kept records of member dues.
Substitute Teacher
Olathe School District
Olathe, KS
01.2014 - 05.2017
- Taught diverse subjects for grades K-12, successfully delivering seamless teaching in absence of regular teacher.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Took notes and prepared reports on school day activities to provide to primary teacher.
- Completed documentation of attendance, grades and other required details.
Education
BMEd - Music Education
MidAmerica Nazarene University
Olathe, KS 08.2009 - 12.2013
High School Diploma -
York High School
York, NE 08.2006 - 05.2009
Skills
Self-motivated professional
Timeline
Choral Accompanist
Olathe School District
08.2017 - 03.2020
Secretary
Olathe Music Teachers Association
08.2014 - 05.2017
Owner & Instructor
Leslie's Music Studio
01.2014 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Olathe School District
01.2014 - 05.2017
BMEd - Music Education
MidAmerica Nazarene University
08.2009 - 12.2013
High School Diploma -
York High School
08.2006 - 05.2009
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