Nahum-Hugh Smith
Streamwood,IL
Summary
Organized and detail-oriented individual with proven ability to effectively manage and motivate student learning. Collaborates with fellow professionals to promote stimulating learning environment. Offers strong organizational and student engagement skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Instructor
El Rey Music Center
01.2016 - Current
- Manage day-to-day business operations.
- Consult with customers billing, scheduling, and specific curriculum needs.
- Train and motivate employees to build and maintain a student roster (150+ students).
- Oversee all accounting, advertising, and customer service related to the academy.
- Plan regular community-based events and student showcases.
- Repair and maintain a variety of stringed instruments.
Substitute Instructor
Threshold Martial Arts
01.2019 - Current
- Constructed lesson plans and instructed classes as needed for absent full-time coaches.
- Attended employee best-practices meetings and earned CPR certification.
- Collaborated with other coaches to plan and review instruction.
Music Composer/Arranger
Small House Songs
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Composed, arranged, and recorded original commercial music.
- Collaborated with performers and producers to determine and achieve desired sound for production.
- Transposed pieces from one instrument to another and one key to another to accommodate client and musician preferences.
- Rewrote original scores to adapt to different musical genres and styles.
- Transposed pieces from one instrument to another and one key to another to accommodate client and musician preferences.
- Rewrote original scores to adapt to different musical genres and styles.
Instructor
El Rey Music Center
01.2009 - Current
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with parents and identifying root causes of problems.
- Observed and adopted new techniques from skilled instructors.
- Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
- Promoted student safety, collaboration and best practices in one-on-one and group contexts.
Freelance Musician
Self
01.2010 - Current
- Build networks with local musicians to provide session support for gigs and events.
- Write and arrange original compositions for live music performances.
- Specialize in classical, jazz and contemporary music.
- Play various instruments professionally, including guitar, bass, and mandolin.
- Perform at a variety of venues ranging from corporate events and weddings, to local festivals and Chicago jazz clubs.
Education
Bachelor of Music, - Music Theory And Composition
Elmhurst University
Elmhurst, ILSkills
- Student Records
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Conflict Resolution
- Teaching Life Skills
- Different Learning Styles
- Recreational Activities
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 10 staff members.
Martial Arts (Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Purple Belt), Language-learning (Spanish, Portugues, Thai)
-Studied Brazilian Jiu Jitsu under WIlliam Shimuk since 2016.
-Attended numerous seminars under world-renowned Jiu Jitsu and Muay Thai instructors (e.g. Henry Aikens, Ajarn Chai Sirusute)
Timeline
Substitute Instructor
Threshold Martial Arts
01.2019 - Current
Owner/Instructor
El Rey Music Center
01.2016 - Current
Music Composer/Arranger
Small House Songs
01.2015 - 01.2018
Freelance Musician
Self
01.2010 - Current
Instructor
El Rey Music Center
01.2009 - Current
Bachelor of Music, - Music Theory And Composition
Elmhurst University
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