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Niki Sitaras

Allendale

Summary

Dynamic Percussion Instructor with a proven track record at Northern Lights Drum & Bugle Corps, Reeths-Puffer High School, and Rockford High School, enhancing musicianship through effective practice techniques and percussion maintenance. Demonstrates patience and empathy, coupled with motivational skills, to foster artistic expression and goal achievement. Excelled in building relationships and elevating performance standards across diverse educational settings. Also a seasoned percussionist, with experience on multiple different percussion instruments in groups like Walled Lake Percussion, Grand Valley State University Drumline, Ascension Percussion, Motor City Percussion, Cap City 2 Percussion, River City Rhythm Drum & Bugle Corps, and Music City Drum & Bugle Corps. Demonstrates hard work ethic, consistency, grit, communication, teamwork, and willingness to apply personal feedback. Received many awards like "Most Outstanding Frontline Member" with River City Rhythm Drum & Bugles Corps in 2023 and "Rookie of the Year" with Cap City 2 Percussion in 2024, as well as receiving a bronze medal with Cap City 2 Percussion in the WGI 2024 world championships competition.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Percussion Instructor

Northern Lights Drum & Bugle Corps
05.2024 - Current
  • Conducted group workshops on effective practice habits, time management, and musicianship skills essential for success in the field.
  • Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians to ensure consistent communication regarding student progress, challenges, and achievements.
  • Led sectional rehearsals with ensembles to refine group dynamics, balance, blend, and precision in performances.
  • Developed strong relationships with school administration; collaborated on resource allocation decisions related to percussion program needs and goals.
  • Provides music education to students of all ages.

Drumline Technician

Rockford High School
08.2023 - Current

Provides music education to high school students. Completed repairs on instruments and kept up with the maintenance of the instruments.

Food Production Worker

Athena Foods
05.2021 - Current
  • Assembled and packaged food items securely to meet company standards.
  • Operated food production equipment safely and responsibly for quality output.
  • Complied with food storage and handling procedures for safe, hygienic operations.
  • Increased safety standards by following proper sanitation procedures and wearing appropriate protective gear.
  • Assisted in meeting daily production goals through efficient task completion and teamwork.
  • Ensured compliance with local health regulations while handling raw materials such as meat or produce during the manufacturing process.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong relationships with team members and displaying a proactive attitude towards problemsolving.

Drumline Technician

Reeths-Puffer High School
04.2022 - 06.2023

Provided music education to high school students. Completed repairs on instruments and kept up with the maintenance of the instruments.

Soccer Referee

Game Officials
09.2015 - 12.2019
  • Managed conflicts effectively and efficiently by mediating disputes between players, coaches, and spectators when necessary.
  • Monitored and managed soccer games to verify safety and promote good sportsmanship for players.
  • Promoted fair play and sportsmanship by consistently applying game rules and officiating with integrity.
  • Strengthened teamwork abilities by collaborating closely with assistant referees to make accurate offside calls or identify foul play incidents outside my line of sight.
  • Developed strong communication skills through regular interaction with players, coaches, assistant referees, fourth officials, and assessors during games.
  • Developed situational awareness skills by positioning myself optimally during matches to make accurate calls in high-pressure situations.
  • Delivered consistent referee performance by making real-time decisions based on extensive knowledge of soccer rules and regulations.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI
05.2025

High School Diploma -

Walled Lake Western High School
Commerce Township, MI
05.2020

Skills

  • Patience and Empathy
  • Instrument Knowledge
  • Motivational Skills
  • Teaching experience
  • Feedback Delivery
  • Technique development
  • Practice Techniques
  • Percussion Maintenance
  • Critical Thinking
  • Creativity and Artistic Expression
  • Goal Setting

Timeline

Percussion Instructor

Northern Lights Drum & Bugle Corps
05.2024 - Current

Drumline Technician

Rockford High School
08.2023 - Current

Drumline Technician

Reeths-Puffer High School
04.2022 - 06.2023

Food Production Worker

Athena Foods
05.2021 - Current

Soccer Referee

Game Officials
09.2015 - 12.2019

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Grand Valley State University

High School Diploma -

Walled Lake Western High School
Niki Sitaras