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Michael Ross

Michael Ross

Summary

Dedicated private piano instructor adept at managing students ages 6 and up. Successful at monitoring growth, knowledgeable about music theory, excellent communication skills with a structured and fun teaching style.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Private Piano Instructor

Mr. Michael Music
06.2009 - Current
  • Leading strong relationships with students and parents to learn, enjoy and prepare for recitals.
  • Familiarizing students with concepts of reading music, rhythms, and music theory.

Piano Instructor

Lucy Moses School
Manhattan, NY
06.2009 - 06.2022
  • Leader who managed a first-of-its-kind curriculum of Group Piano classes for adults and children
  • Developed a transition to online instruction immediately upon the beginning of the COVID-19
  • Communicated with students and family members to facilitate understanding of concepts and provide regular updates on students' progress
  • Extra skills required: Word, Excel, 4D.

Piano & Music Theory Instructor

Old Town School
Chicago, IL
09.2001 - 05.2009
  • Structured and lead Intermediate Music Theory classes exploring complex musical concepts with adults, giving them a deeper understanding of music
  • Collaborated with a team of teachers to create a first-of-its-kind beginning piano program for children, now one of the most popular classes at Old Town School.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Music with honors -

Vassar College
05.2001

Skills

  • Performance Preparation
  • Excellent With Kids
  • Music Theory
  • Student Recordkeeping
  • Lesson Plan Development
  • Positive Learning Process

Timeline

Private Piano Instructor

Mr. Michael Music
06.2009 - Current

Piano Instructor

Lucy Moses School
06.2009 - 06.2022

Piano & Music Theory Instructor

Old Town School
09.2001 - 05.2009

Bachelor of Arts in Music with honors -

Vassar College
Michael Ross