MARY CARELLLO
Syracuse
Summary
Elementary band teacher with 31.5 years of experience directing, coordinating and managing school bands and typically teaching 200+ students in group lessons. Strengths include ability to inspire students to love music, fostering music literacy and maintaining high standards of discipline and performance. Experience in designing engaging lesson plans tailored to student needs and abilities. Notable for innovative teaching methods that have improved student participation and performance and communicating with students, staff and families about program expectations.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Merchandiser
American Greetings
Syracuse
01.2026 - Current
- Developed and maintained attractive product displays to enhance customer engagement.
- Collaborated with team members and store management to ensure timely restocking of products.
- Completed weekly assigned tasks in a timely fashion according to the schedule.
Merchandiser
A-Line Greetings
Syracuse
07.2024 - Current
- Developed and maintained attractive product displays to enhance customer engagement.
- Collaborated with store management to ensure timely restocking and placement of merchandise.
- Responsible for ordering product through technology tools.
Band Director
Liverpool Central School District
Liverpool
09.1997 - 06.2025
- I taught 150-225 elementary band students in grades 4-6. Students were taught in a rotating small group lesson and in a large ensemble rehearsals each week. I worked collaboratively with the administration , staff members, parents and students.
Store Associate
Kohl's Department Store
Fayetteville
07.2018 - 12.2018
- I worked at Kohl's part-time as a seasonal employee. I was responsible for customer service, maintaining stock and being a cashier.
Band Director
Clyde-Savannah Central School District
Clyde
09.1993 - 06.1997
- I taught 100+ elementary band students in grades 4-6. Students were taught in a rotating small group lesson and in a large ensemble rehearsal each week. I worked collaboratively with the principal, other staff members, parents and students.
Store Associate
Syracuse China Factory Outlet Store
Syracuse
06.1986 - 06.1993
- I worked at Syracuse China Factory Outlet Store part-time while I was a full time student. I was responsible for customer service, maintaining stock and being a cashier.
Receptionist
Syracuse Symphony Orchestra
Syracuse
06.1989 - 09.1992
- I worked as a full time receptionist for the orchestra in the summers only. I was responsible for answering phone calls, greeting visitors, answering questions, employee logs, assisting with mailings.
Education
Master's - Education
LeMoyne College
Syracuse, New YorkBachelor's - Music Education
Syracuse University
Syracuse, New YorkAssociate - Music Education
Onondaga Community College
Syracuse, New YorkSkills
- Teaching
- Musician
- Gardening
- Baking
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Merchandiser
American Greetings
01.2026 - Current
Merchandiser
A-Line Greetings
07.2024 - Current
Store Associate
Kohl's Department Store
07.2018 - 12.2018
Band Director
Liverpool Central School District
09.1997 - 06.2025
Band Director
Clyde-Savannah Central School District
09.1993 - 06.1997
Receptionist
Syracuse Symphony Orchestra
06.1989 - 09.1992
Store Associate
Syracuse China Factory Outlet Store
06.1986 - 06.1993
Master's - Education
LeMoyne College
Bachelor's - Music Education
Syracuse University
Associate - Music Education
Onondaga Community College