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Nicholas Siconolfi

Long Island,NY

Summary

Trained professional with strong experience in traditional and modern approaches to teaching music. Creates stimulating lessons for all levels of students. Believes in value of collaboration and committed to fostering classroom environment that encourages students to think critically and expressively. Certified in New York to teach K-12.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Student Teacher

Binghamton High School
10.2023 - 12.2024
  • Responsible for the planning, facilitating, and organizing of 4 individualized small group lessons and chamber music, for string students in 9th through 12th grade
  • Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and interactive activities into lessons
  • Utilized varied teaching techniques for different learning styles during daily rehearsals with the string Orchestra

Student Teacher

Ithaca College
08.2022 - 05.2023
  • Responsible for the planning, facilitating, and organizing of 3 individualized private lessons for string students in 1st through 5th grade
  • Created and taught lessons focusing on posture, tone, articulation, and style
  • Oversaw the maintenance and upkeep of communications with parents of children under my care
  • Adept at modifying instruction based on the learning styles and needs of individual children.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

Violinist

Ithaca College
08.2020 - 05.2024
  • Performed and rehearsed in the Ithaca Symphonic Orchestra, Opera Orchestra, Chamber Orchestra, and Jazz Lab band
  • Planned, organized, and facilitated chamber music rehearsals for fellow peers to conduct efficient practice sessions

Vocalist

Ithaca College
08.2021 - 05.2023
  • Developed a diverse repertoire, catering to various audiences and event requirements
  • Consistently maintained vocal health through proper technique, warm-up routines, and self-care practices

Education

Bachelors in Music Education with a String Concentration -

Ithaca College
Ithaca, NY
05.2024

Skills

  • Music Theory
  • Aural Skills
  • Computer Literacy
  • Proficiency in String Instruments
  • Instrument Upkeep and Repair
  • Conducting
  • Rehearsals
  • Score Preparation
  • Program Development
  • Assessing Students
  • Curriculum Implementation
  • Classroom Management

Certification

  • EAS (201)
  • Music (165)

Extracirricular Activities

  • A.S.T.A. member in the Ithaca Chapter
  • N.A.F.M.E. member

Awards

  • Eighth-time consecutive Leadership Scholarship recipient.
  • Fourth-time consecutive winner of the Clinton B. Ford Scholarship.

Timeline

Student Teacher

Binghamton High School
10.2023 - 12.2024

Student Teacher

Ithaca College
08.2022 - 05.2023

Vocalist

Ithaca College
08.2021 - 05.2023

Violinist

Ithaca College
08.2020 - 05.2024

Bachelors in Music Education with a String Concentration -

Ithaca College
Nicholas Siconolfi