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Thomas Nichols

Haymarket,Virginia

Summary

Passionate Music Instructor with an understanding of advanced music theory, dedicated to empowering students to achieve their musical goals. Experienced in teaching diverse student populations, both individually and in small groups. Committed to fostering a love for music in learners of all ages, creating a fun and engaging learning environment.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Policy Typist

EnTitle First
Warrenton, VA
02.2024 - Current
  • Compiled data from various sources for use in policy documents.
  • Proofread all material prior to distribution for accuracy and completeness.
  • Performed general office duties such as answering phones, photocopying, faxing and scanning documents.

Music Instructor

School of Rock
Haymarket, VA
11.2019 - Current
  • Taught Advanced Bass, Guitar and Vocals to students ranging from 6 - 52 years old.
  • Used Pike 13 to maintain detailed communication with students, parents, and instructors.
  • Utilized the Method App and Method Engine to teach concepts to students.
  • Led Performance groups as Show Director and have helped out being Assistant Director.
  • Participated in every Mid-Season Show.
  • Have been through all of the SOR training.

Policy Typist

Virginia Title Settlement Solluitions
Manassas, VA
06.2017 - 08.2023
  • Compiled data from various sources for use in policy documents.
  • Proofread all material prior to distribution for accuracy and completeness.
  • Performed general office duties such as answering phones, photocopying, faxing and scanning documents.

Audio Engineer Intern

National Events
Chantilly, Virginia
07.2018 - 11.2018
  • Assisted in the installation of studio components such as consoles, amplifiers, signal processors, microphones and monitors.
  • Planned out microphone placements for optimal sound capture.
  • Managed setup and tear-down of sound and music equipment before and after performances to promote efficient workflow.
  • Tested sound equipment prior to live performances.
  • Contributed to the building of stages when necessary.

Cart Pusher, Stocker, Etc.

Bj's Wholesale Club
Gainesville, VA
02.2016 - 03.2017
  • Organized and arranged merchandise on shelves, racks, and displays.
  • Assisted customers with loading their purchases into their vehicles.
  • Cleaned carts after each use using cleaning solutions and cloths.
  • Maintained cart corrals ensuring all carts are present at all times.
  • Provided assistance to customers by answering questions about products or services available in the store.
  • Checked expiration dates of items before stocking shelves for customer purchase.
  • Worked the Gas station Register and maintained the Pumps.

Barista

Trummers Coffee And Wine Bar
Gainesville, VA
06.2015 - 10.2015
  • Prepared specialty coffee drinks such as lattes, cappuccinos, macchiatos, mochas, and Americanos.
  • Operated cash registers to process customer payments.
  • Maintained a clean work environment by wiping down counters, washing dishes, and cleaning floors.
  • Monitored inventory levels of supplies and restocked when necessary.

Barista

Deja Brew
Haymarket, VA
06.2012 - 06.2015
  • Prepared specialty coffee drinks such as lattes, cappuccinos, macchiatos, mochas, and Americanos.
  • Operated cash registers to process customer payments.
  • Maintained a clean work environment by wiping down counters, washing dishes, and cleaning floors.
  • Assisted in the preparation of baked goods including muffins, cookies, scones, cakes.
  • Prepared customized sandwiches, soups, and other food items to meet specific customer preferences.
  • Assisted with stage set up and provided support for Open Mic Nights.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Music Theory And Composition, Guitar

Berklee College of Music
Boston, MA
05-2017

Jazz Studies

Northern Virginia Community College
Annandale, VA
07-2016

High School Diploma -

Battlefield Highschool
Haymarket, VA
06-2015

Skills

  • 11 years of Guitar and Vocal experience
  • 6 years of Bass experience
  • Knowledge of Music Theory
  • Knowledge of how to perform and what to expect
  • Guitar and Bass Setup

Knows how to use programs like:

  • Logic Pro X
  • SOR Method App/Engine
  • Pike 13
  • Guitar Pro/ MuseScore

Accomplishments

  • HIghschool Battle of the Bands winner every other year.

Timeline

Policy Typist

EnTitle First
02.2024 - Current

Music Instructor

School of Rock
11.2019 - Current

Audio Engineer Intern

National Events
07.2018 - 11.2018

Policy Typist

Virginia Title Settlement Solluitions
06.2017 - 08.2023

Cart Pusher, Stocker, Etc.

Bj's Wholesale Club
02.2016 - 03.2017

Barista

Trummers Coffee And Wine Bar
06.2015 - 10.2015

Barista

Deja Brew
06.2012 - 06.2015

Some College (No Degree) - Music Theory And Composition, Guitar

Berklee College of Music

Jazz Studies

Northern Virginia Community College

High School Diploma -

Battlefield Highschool
Thomas Nichols