Michael Paul
Elmer
Summary
Dedicated and dependable professional with 10+ years of experience in fast-paced, service-oriented environments. Demonstrated ability to work safely and efficiently as part of a team, follow operational procedures, and maintain high standards of reliability and professionalism. Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills with a proven track record of adapting to changing priorities and meeting performance expectations. Committed to providing excellent customer service, supporting team success, and contributing to safe, on-time operations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Music Teacher
KIPP NJ
Camden, New Jersey
06.2024 - 06.2026
- Designed and taught music history curriculum to over 200 high school students.
- Established and maintained standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
- Managed classes of up to 30 students; maintained a positive classroom environment.
- Identified student needs; cooperated with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
- Designed and implemented a custom music curriculum tailored to student needs, focusing on percussion, keyboard, beat making and live band performance skills.
- Developed special curriculum tools used as entry and exit tickets to foster self-reflection, deepen student understanding, and assess mastery of musical terminology, patterns, and techniques.
- Incorporated the study of cultural music styles relevant to the community, including African-American, Hispanic, Caribbean and African classic repertoire, alongside popular music.
- Integrated essential musical knowledge into lessons, preparing students for college-level music program and other professional musical careers.
Warehouse Sorter
Fed Ex
Norristown, PA
09.2025 - 02.2026
- Sorted and organized packages for efficient processing and distribution.
- Operated material handling equipment to transport goods within warehouse.
- Maintained inventory accuracy through systematic checks and updates.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance workflow efficiency.
Music Teacher
Zeta Charter Schools
Bronx, NY
07.2023 - 06.2024
- Managed 5 classes, including small group ensemble, for students in grades K-6th.
- Trained students in body percussion, vocal coaching, ear training, basic theory skills, and composition skills.
- Specialized in bass, drums, percussion, mallets, keyboards, music rearrangement, and improvisation.
- Established culminating winter and spring concerts, showcases, and parent engagement activities.
Founding Music Teacher and Program Coordinator
Computer Science High School
Bronx, NY
07.2018 - 07.2023
- Founding full time lead music teacher for 9th-12th graders (15-35 students per class).
- Designed a comprehensive curriculum covering music theory, ear training, reading music, beat making, composition, and improvisation.
- Taught students video recording and editing, music production- mixing and editing, sound engineering (studio and live).
- Led Arts department meetings & established protocols and best practices for staff.
- Organised tri-annual arts showcases and family engagement events.
- Created and managed a Comp Sci High music social media account, teaching students how to maintain a social media presence and market their creative skills.
- Established a drumline and various music clubs, providing leadership training and preparing students for rehearsals and events.
Lead Teacher
Success Academy
Harlem, NY
07.2017 - 07.2018
- Cultivated scope and sequence and curriculum for 5th-8th grade students.
- Established and organized after school clubs.
- Established and organized tri-annual concerts for scholars.
- Designed students growth tracker.
- Designed assessment tests to gauge student progress.
Lead Teacher
Bell Academy
Harlem, NY
07.2015 - 07.2017
- Developed accountability system for students and parents.
- Designed growth tracker aligned with students expectations that were designed goals set by them.
- Established tri-annual concerts.
- Established after school drumline program.
- Established and designed curriculum.
Education
Master of Arts - Jazz
Rutgers Mason Gross School of the Arts
New Brunswick05-2013
Bachelor of Arts - Jazzz
Oberlin Conservatory & College
Oberlin, OH05-2011
Skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Safety awareness
- Teamwork
- Physical stamina and ability to work outdoors
- Time management
- Dependability and attendance
- Customer service experience
- Music production
- Training and development
- Knowledge of recording equipment
- Recording software (Logic and Pro Tools)
- Private and group music lessons
- Proficient User in Outlook & Microsoft Office
- Quality Written and Verbal Communication
- Analytical Skills
Timeline
Warehouse Sorter
Fed Ex
09.2025 - 02.2026
Music Teacher
KIPP NJ
06.2024 - 06.2026
Music Teacher
Zeta Charter Schools
07.2023 - 06.2024
Founding Music Teacher and Program Coordinator
Computer Science High School
07.2018 - 07.2023
Lead Teacher
Success Academy
07.2017 - 07.2018
Lead Teacher
Bell Academy
07.2015 - 07.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Jazzz
Oberlin Conservatory & College
Master of Arts - Jazz
Rutgers Mason Gross School of the Arts