Im passionate about my background as a Drum Line Instructor. Strong attention placed on rhythm, understanding of music theory, and group connection. Known for giving positive learning environments while promoting discipline and creativity in students. I use creative teaching methods to motivate students and cultivate talent in previous roles.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Drum Line Instructor
High School
Oklahoma City, OK
05.2024 - Current
Instructed students on proper techniques for playing drums, including rudiments and different cadences.
Assisted with the selection of cadences for performances.
Provided feedback to students regarding their progress in learning the instrument.
Taught them to ensure that all drums were properly tuned and maintained before every performance.
I saw a student's performance levels and created improvement strategies.
Monitored student engagement levels during practice sessions.
Encouraged students to take initiative while practicing mostly at home.
I instruct by discussing topics such as rhythm, tempo, stick height, and dynamics.
I taught them how to have devotion, discipline, hard work, musicianship, and to love God.
Summer Hire
Non Profit Organization
Oklahoma City, OK
06.2023 - Current
Greeted students and parents and provided exceptional customer service.
Conducted inventory of supplies and restocked items as needed.
Maintained and cleaned the building by sweeping floors, whipping down areas, and emptying trash cans regularly.
Assisted with unloading shipments from delivery trucks ensuring accuracy of orders received.
Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow throughout shifts.
Attended staff meetings to discuss progress towards goals set by management.
Organized activities for students to build relationships, promote team building, and foster collaboration.
Encouraged students to reach their full potential by providing positive reinforcement and constructive feedback.
Conducted one-on-one meetings with students to discuss challenges they are facing in school or life.
Identified cases of abuse, encouraging students or parents to seek assistance from mental health professionals.
Assisted in developing outdoor activities and programs for grades 5th through 12th.
Education
High School Diploma -
Frederick Douglass High School
Oklahoma City, OK
05-2023
Skills
Motivational Techniques
Practice planning
Performance preparation
Cultural Awareness
Sight Reading
Technique development
Group Instruction
Individual Instruction
Teaching experience
Teaching Improvement
Multitasking
Goal Setting
Time management abilities
Self Motivation
Decision-Making
Excellent Communication
Professionalism
Adaptability
Leadership training
Listening actively
Public Speaking
Student Motivation
Lead Generation
Problem-Solving
Team building
Team Leadership
Affiliations
Sports at Douglass High School:
Baseball, positions: 3rd base, 2nd base, left field, right field, center field, and Catcher. Year: 2017-2019, 2022-2023
Soccer, postitions: center mid, left wing, and striker. 2021-2023
Basketball, postitions: Shooting guard and Power forward. Year: 2017-2020
YLA (Youth Leadership Academy), description: It's a group of picked students in Oklahoma City that learns how to lead, getting out your comfort zone, learning about business, and investing in a business. Year: 2020
UCO (university cupper bound, description: picked student's in Oklahoma City to learn about college education, money, about all the scholarships, how college is going to be, and how to get in. 2022 - 2023
Man up, description: a organization that help and teach young boys how to be a men and a leader. Year: 2021
The Marching Musical Machine of the Mid-south or M4 for short playing cymbals. 2023 - 2024
Accomplishments
Mr. Douglass- the highest homecoming honor. Year: 2022-2023
Stomp team (the soul steppers), description: Group of people making beats with the feet and hands. Year: 2023
NABCJ (National Association Black Criminal Justice), description: Group of students at Douglass that help people and learn about black criminal justice. Year: 2023
Drum Major at Douglass High School and a Drum Major is someone that leads the drum line, and the band to be together, look alike, sound alike, and to be succeed in what they do. Year: 2022-2023
President of STUCO (Student council) at Douglass High School and a President of student council is the leader of all the students and sets a example of how you post to be in class, in school, and in life as well. Year: 2023