MICHAEL MOSBECK
Simi Valley,CA
Summary
Professional music educator with solid experience in teaching and performance. Skilled in various musical genres and instruments, fostering positive and productive learning environment. Known for strong collaboration skills and adaptability, consistently meeting and exceeding educational goals. Focused on nurturing student talent and achieving measurable results through personalized instruction and innovative teaching methods.
Personable Music Instructor offering a proven history of client satisfaction and skill development demonstrated over 21 years of instruction experience. Eager to leverage advanced knowledge of music composition and instruction.
Enthusiastic Music Instructor poised to apply expertise in music theory composition and instruction. Well-versed in teaching students in one-on-one lessons, as well as classroom and small group environments.
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Music Instructor
Guitar Center
04.2015 - Current
- Enhanced student performance by developing individualized lesson plans tailored to their strengths and weaknesses.
- Prepared students for auditions for institutions by aiding with music selection, assigning practice hours required for mastery of piece and assessing progress and accuracy in playing.
- Fostered inviting and comfortable learning environments for students to promote enthusiasm for guitar, bass, ukulele, mandolin, Dobro slide instruments and commitment to practicing.
- Introduced new teaching methods, resulting in improved retention of musical concepts and techniques among students.
- Fostered a culture of creativity by encouraging improvisation exercises, composition projects, and collaborative performances.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss expectations for instruction, lesson scheduling and other practical matters.
- Collaborated with fellow instructors for successful school concerts, showcasing students'' progress and talents.
- Instructed students in music theory and composition in classroom environment.
- Developed students'' critical listening skills by incorporating music analysis activities into lessons, enabling them to better understand the nuances of various compositions.
Music Instructor
Agoura Music
01.2013 - 03.2015
- Enhanced student performance by developing individualized lesson plans tailored to their strengths and weaknesses.
- Introduced new teaching methods, resulting in improved retention of musical concepts and techniques among students.
- Fostered a culture of creativity by encouraging improvisation exercises, composition projects, and collaborative performances.
- Instructed students in music theory and composition in classroom environment.
- Collaborated with fellow instructors for successful school concerts, showcasing students'' progress and talents.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss expectations for instruction, lesson scheduling and other practical matters.
- Designed engaging practice routines that reinforced essential skills while keeping learners motivated and focused on improvement goals.
- Planned and executed targeted lesson plans to instruct on music theory, music history, and performance etiquette.
- Tailored instruction to meet individual student needs and cultivated inclusive learning environment.
Debt Collector
Mandarich Law Group, LLP
09.2012 - 11.2012
- Collected on delinquent accounts to reduce overdue balances.
- Resolved customer disputes and disagreements through professional, calm communication to find mutually beneficial solutions.
- Educated debtors about repayment options, enabling them to make informed decisions while preserving positive business relationships.
- Developed strong relationships with customers to foster timely payments and account resolution.
- Provided excellent customer service during difficult conversations, empathizing with debtors while remaining firm on repayment expectations.
- Worked in call center environment handling manual and automatically dialed outbound calls.
- Streamlined collection processes, optimizing efficiency through automation and prioritization of high-risk accounts.
- Delivered exceptional customer service on collection calls and maintained calm and professional demeanor.
- Maintained detailed records of all collection activities, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting to management and clients.
- Negotiated payment plans with customers to prevent accounts from entering collections.
- Maintained comprehensive knowledge of state and federal debt collection laws, protecting the company from potential legal issues.
- Conducted thorough research and investigations into debtor backgrounds, identifying assets and potential leverage points for negotiations.
- Adapted quickly to changes in industry regulations, incorporating new requirements into daily workflow without compromising productivity or results.
- Resolved complex cases involving bankruptcy filings or disputed claims by working closely with internal departments and external agencies as needed.
Education
Associate of Arts - Guitar Institute of Technology
Musicians Institute
Hollywood, CA04-2008
GED -
Oak Park High School
Oak Park, CA06-2005
Skills
- Strong communication skills
- Lesson planning
- Music theory
- Ensemble direction
- Online teaching experience
- Improvisation techniques
- Reading sheet music
- Group instruction
- Performance coaching
- Music history
- Audition preparation
Accomplishments
- Taught 500 students over 21 years.
- Oversaw 50 special performances each year.
Certification
- Professional Artist Certificate - College Art Association (CAA).
- California Driver's License.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Music Instructor
Guitar Center
04.2015 - Current
Music Instructor
Agoura Music
01.2013 - 03.2015
Debt Collector
Mandarich Law Group, LLP
09.2012 - 11.2012
- Professional Artist Certificate - College Art Association (CAA).
- California Driver's License.
Associate of Arts - Guitar Institute of Technology
Musicians Institute
GED -
Oak Park High School
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