Mark Sorensen
Richmond,CA
Summary
Attentive Music Instructor well-versed in teaching individual, small group and classroom lessons. Consistently earns top marks from students for engaging and forward-thinking instruction. Highly effective in working with students and peers to promote positive learning cultures and environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Guitar Instructor
Self Employed
02.2016 - Current
- Deliver guitar instruction virtually and in-studio to students of varying ages and skill levels
- Manage time commitments proactively
- Support students in identifying, setting and achieving musical goals
- Build rapport with students and family members
Instructor
Hummingbird Music School
09.2019 - 10.2022
- Provided both afterschool and private music instruction to children ages 5-12
- Assisted in forming new curriculum and syllabus to deliver current and engaging lessons and performances
- Worked with school sites and districts to create effective teaching relationships
Sales Development Representative
Fundbox
06.2018 - 05.2019
- Developed relationships with small business owners in various industries
- Excelled in high-volume phone outreach and client management
Instructional Assistant Special Education (RSP)
Petaluma City Schools
02.2014 - 06.2016
- Managed classroom caseload of high school special needs students and maintained infallible confidentiality standards
- Provided coaching and mentoring for college-bound seniors
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance and test preparation
Education
Bachelor of Music - Professional Music
Berklee College Of Music '12
2012
Skills
- Advanced music proficiency
- Classroom management
- Diverse student base
- Curriculum/lesson planning
- Individual instruction
- Educator collaboration
Timeline
Instructor
Hummingbird Music School
09.2019 - 10.2022
Sales Development Representative
Fundbox
06.2018 - 05.2019
Guitar Instructor
Self Employed
02.2016 - Current
Instructional Assistant Special Education (RSP)
Petaluma City Schools
02.2014 - 06.2016
Bachelor of Music - Professional Music
Berklee College Of Music '12
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