NATASHA SINGHA
San Jose,CA
Summary
Music Teacher / Band Director with 3+ years of experience leading both middle and elementary school band programs. Successful at fundraising and monitoring over 150+ students individual growth. Adept at cultivating a safe, collaborative classroom environment while forming strong relationships with students and families within the community.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Band Director at Quimby Oak Middle School
Evergreen Elementary School District
08.2021 - Current
- Promoted teamwork within ensembles leading to improved collaboration between sections during performances.
- Provided constructive feedback during rehearsals, helping students grow as musicians and performers.
- Inventoried, maintained, repaired, and purchased new instruments and gear for department.
- Monitored student progress based on weekly lesson plans and assessments.
- Planned 4 concerts/festivals yearly and marketed concerts to students, parents and general public.
- Coordinated and organized performances/field trips for music festivals and created itinerary for these events
Lead/Assistant Teacher for Nonprofit Music Program
San Jose Jazz Progressions
09.2017 - 03.2020
- Participated in organization that focused on specific issues such as gang violence prevention through the implementation of an afterschool music program
- .Collaborated with fellow music staff to plan special family oriented, monthly community music events, creating memorable moments for both children and families.
- Promoted a safe environment by supervising children during indoor and outdoor playtime, maintaining vigilance at all times.
- Incorporated creative activities into lessons to engage students and spark interest in music.
- Provided individualized instruction to provide students with equal learning opportunities.
6th Grade Beginning Band Instructor
Hayes Elementary School
09.2018 - 03.2020
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
Afterschool Band Teacher
S'cool Spirit Band
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to students.
- Fostered a sense of community through an afterschool curricular program
Group/Private Piano Instructor
Santa Teresa Academy of Music and Dance
01.2019 - 06.2020
- Personalized and differentiated instruction for a wide range of students aged 4-13
- Enhanced student performance by tailoring individualized lesson plans based on each student''s unique learning style and needs.
- Utilized various teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring every student could grasp musical concepts effectively.
Beginning band/advanced band instructor before school
San Jose Youth Symphony
09.2019 - 03.2020
- At Willow Glen Elementary in San Jose Unified School District.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching
San Jose State University
San Jose, CA05.2021
Credential - Single Subject/Secondary Education
San Jose State University
San Jose, CA05.2021
B.M. Music Education – Trumpet Emphasis -
San Jose State University
San Jose, CA05.2019
Skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Fundraising strategies
- Recruitment Efforts
- Relationship Building
- Classroom Management
- Equipment Maintenance
- Curriculum Design
- Self-Advocacy
Awards
- Mu Phi Epsilon Music Education Scholarship Award, Spring 2017, San Jose Alumni Chapter of Mu Phi Epsilon
- Graduated with Cum Laude at San Jose State University Spring 2019
Timeline
Band Director at Quimby Oak Middle School
Evergreen Elementary School District
08.2021 - Current
Afterschool Band Teacher
S'cool Spirit Band
09.2019 - 03.2020
Beginning band/advanced band instructor before school
San Jose Youth Symphony
09.2019 - 03.2020
Group/Private Piano Instructor
Santa Teresa Academy of Music and Dance
01.2019 - 06.2020
6th Grade Beginning Band Instructor
Hayes Elementary School
09.2018 - 03.2020
Lead/Assistant Teacher for Nonprofit Music Program
San Jose Jazz Progressions
09.2017 - 03.2020
Master of Arts - Teaching
San Jose State University
Credential - Single Subject/Secondary Education
San Jose State University
B.M. Music Education – Trumpet Emphasis -
San Jose State University
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