Matthew Foust
Palm Beach Gardens,USA
Summary
Dedicated professional with strong expertise in program development and music education. Known for fostering teamwork and creating positive learning environments, while delivering tailored instruction that meets diverse student needs and enhances community participation.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Specialist
Boys and Girls Club of Martin County
Hobe Sound, Florida
09.2025 - Current
- Developed engaging music program to support youth development and community involvement.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through feedback from participants.
- Identified opportunities to improve or enhance program initiatives and operations.
- Utilized modern teaching tools to enhance music education experience.
- Maintained a positive learning environment by providing encouragement and constructive criticism during lessons.
- Instructed individual and group lessons in various musical genres.
Private Music Instructor
Self-employeed
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
09.2023 - Current
- Designed personalized lesson plans for various musical instruments and skill levels.
- Instructed students in music theory, technique, and performance practices.
- Engaged with parents to discuss student progress and set educational goals.
- Modeled proper techniques and exercises to rehearse between private lessons.
Line Cook
Panera
North Palm Beach, Fl
01.2025 - 09.2025
- Collaborated with front- and back-of-house team members to avoid service delays.
- Produced consistent results by memorizing recipes, portion sizes, and plating techniques.
- Prepared fresh ingredients to meet anticipated service demand.
- Restocked and prepared stations to support kitchen operations.
- Worked quickly and flexibly to keep up with high volume of food orders per shift.
- Carried out orders to meet demand in fast-paced environment.
Food Runner
dufffys
North Palm Beach, Fl
09.2024 - 09.2025
- Followed proper sanitation guidelines when handling food products.
- Assisted servers with food delivery, ensuring all items were correctly prepared and presented.
- Handled guest concerns or complaints professionally and efficiently.
- Participated in pre-shift meetings to review specials, menu changes, or daily goals.
- Rotated between various stations as needed to support entire service team.
- Resolved customer complaints independently or in collaboration with servers, kitchen staff and management.
- Maintained cleanliness of service areas, including tables, trays, and utensils.
Music Teacher
School of Rock
North Palm Beach, Fl
03.2022 - 07.2024
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student performance and upcoming events.
- Maintained inventory of sheet music, instruments, and other instructional materials needed for classes or performances.
- Collaborated with colleagues on interdisciplinary projects incorporating music education.
- Organized live performances to showcase student progress and talent.
Education
High School -
Clark Advanced Learninng Center
Palm City, FL05-2024
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Sense of urgency
- Cleanliness
- Valid Driver's license
- Effective multitasking
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Issue resolution
- Quick learner
Timeline
Program Specialist
Boys and Girls Club of Martin County
09.2025 - Current
Line Cook
Panera
01.2025 - 09.2025
Food Runner
dufffys
09.2024 - 09.2025
Private Music Instructor
Self-employeed
09.2023 - Current
Music Teacher
School of Rock
03.2022 - 07.2024
High School -
Clark Advanced Learninng Center