Matt Keasal
Lexington,OH
Summary
Motivated, compassionate, and high-energy educator with thirteen years of education experience teaching a diverse array of musical content areas with an emphasis on instrumental music. An educator living and invested in the local community with a focus on educating the whole child and public service.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Choirs
Mansfield City Schools
Mansfield, OH
08.2017 - Current
- Taught a variety of content including choir, drumline, orchestra, and digital literacy.
- Grew choral program by nearly 40% over 4 years.
- Advocated for and encouraged community outreach and unique performance opportunities.
Director of Bands
Willard City Schools
Willard, Ohio
08.2015 - 08.2017
- Taught all band, rock history, & music appreciation.
- Several team-teaching opportunities.
- Collaborated with a successful and active booster program.
- Earned program's first OMEA large group excellent rating in 9 years.
- Established Willard Sound of Pride Band Festival (2016).
Director of Music
Patrick Henry Local Schools
Hamler, Ohio
08.2013 - 08.2015
- Taught all secondary instrumental and vocal music along with music history and theory.
- Collaborated with successful booster program to attend OMEA marching band competition and lead fundraisers.
Director of Music
St. Wendelin Catholic School
Fostoria, Ohio
08.2011 - 08.2013
- Responsible for all music K-12, including assistance with liturgy and masses.
- Doubled program size over 2 years.
Education
Bachelor of Music With Distinction - Music Education
Ohio Northern University
11.2010
Skills
- Musical Instrument Repair
- Music Arranging
- Pyware 3D Proficiency
- Finale Music Notation Proficiency
- Sibelius Music Notation Proficiency
- Audacity Audio Editor/Mixer Proficiency
- Basic Microphone & Sound Mixing
- Trailer/Large Vehicle Transport (Non-CDL)
- Tour & Travel Coordination
- Basic Spanish Speaking Knowledge
Additional Information
- Student-Voted Teacher of the Month-Mansfield City Schools: January, 2023
- Active member of the Ohio Music Education Association and National Association for Music Education
- Accompanied students on performing tours to Cedar Point, Chicago, Nashville, Disney World, and Universal Studios
- Eagle Scout, 2005
References
Maureen Scully Gruber, Mansfield Senior High School Principal
- scullygruber.maureen@mansfieldschools.org
- (419)525-6369 Ext. 1066
Zachary Brumfield, Mansfield Middle School Principal
- brumfield.zach@mansfieldschools.org
- (419)565-7830
Jeff Freytag, Mansfield City Schools Director of Bands
- freytag.jeff@mansfieldschools.org
- (419)610-5474 (cell)
Craig Green, Madison Local Schools Director of Choirs
- Ctenor1026@yahoo.com
- (419)565-2947
Timeline
Director of Choirs
Mansfield City Schools
08.2017 - Current
Director of Bands
Willard City Schools
08.2015 - 08.2017
Director of Music
Patrick Henry Local Schools
08.2013 - 08.2015
Director of Music
St. Wendelin Catholic School
08.2011 - 08.2013
Bachelor of Music With Distinction - Music Education
Ohio Northern University
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