Ora Folden
Music Educator
Pleasant Hill,CA
Summary
Qualified music coach teaches custom tailored private music lessons and group classes in fun and supportive atmosphere. Conducts instrumental, vocal and music training and demonstrates patience to work with students of all ages and levels. Plays two instruments with 14 years of practical experience and commitment to instructional excellence.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Music Coach
Monta Vista High School Music Boosters
2023.02 - Current
- Planned and prepared individual music lessons to support student needs.
- Motivated students to practice music by offering positive reinforcement and encouraging progress.
- Established and maintained network of music contacts to promote work continuity.
- Acquired teaching materials and resources to facilitate music instruction.
- Assessed student readiness to join band or ensemble and submitted recommendations.
Operations Associate
Guitar Center
2021.08 - 2023.01
- Operated pallet jack to move unloaded goods to correct locations in warehouse.
- Communicated with internal personnel to provide status updates for both shipping and receiving dates.
- Executed and maintained quality control processes to meet criteria and standards and increase customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated with other departments to establish smooth implementation of operational processes and procedures.
- Followed shipping and receiving procedures for goods and materials.
Trombone Instructor
Self
2021.08 - 2022.06
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
- Communicated student progress to parents and guardians for collaborative approach to educational goals.
- Observed and adopted new techniques from skilled instructors and lecturers.
Veterinary Assistant
Broadway Animal Hospital By The Bay
2018.06 - 2020.08
- Assisted senior staff with blood analyses and physical assessments.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Assisted with euthanasia procedures in humanely and compassionately to minimize suffering.
- Provided customer support to clients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
- Helped with training of new veterinary assistants and support staff to improve individuals' capabilities.
Education
Bachelor of Music - Jazz Studies
San Jose State University
San Jose, CA 2001.05 -
Skills
Music Education
undefinedTimeline
Music Coach
Monta Vista High School Music Boosters
2023.02 - Current
Operations Associate
Guitar Center
2021.08 - 2023.01
Trombone Instructor
Self
2021.08 - 2022.06
Veterinary Assistant
Broadway Animal Hospital By The Bay
2018.06 - 2020.08
Bachelor of Music - Jazz Studies
San Jose State University
2001.05 -
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