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Rafael Mercedes

Palm Springs,FL

Summary

Personable Private Music Teacher with strong foundation in musical theory and instruction. Highly competent in teaching proper techniques for diverse music styles. Motivated by helping students meet goals and foster lifelong love of music. Dependable individual with exceptional people skills. Real team player committed to high levels of job performance. Positively interacts with customers and employees alike in retail environment. Goal-oriented coach caring with students of different learning levels and backgrounds. Always ready to step in and positively impact student learning or teacher wellbeing with timely support. Reliable in maintaining orderly spaces and preparing daily materials.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Private Music Instructor

Self Employed
01.2021 - Current
  • Enhanced student performance by developing personalized lesson plans tailored to individual needs.
  • Increased student retention and satisfaction by providing engaging, one-on-one instruction for various instruments.
  • Expanded students'' musical repertoire through the introduction of diverse genres, styles, and techniques.
  • Collaborated with parents to set achievable goals and monitor progress for optimal student success.

Grocery Clerk

Publix Grocery Store
11.2003 - Current
  • Improved customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service at the checkout counter.
  • Assisted customers with product inquiries by sharing extensive knowledge of grocery items and their locations.
  • Contributed to increased sales performance by stocking shelves in a visually appealing manner.
  • Collaborated with team members to meet daily objectives and maintain smooth store operations.

Assistant Music Teacher

Palm Beach Jazz Camp
06.2023 - 07.2023
  • Collaborated with fellow music teachers to plan and implement engaging, multi-disciplinary lessons that enhanced the curriculum.
  • Assisted in organizing and directing school music productions, resulting in increased community involvement and positive feedback from parents.
  • Provided one-on-one tutoring for struggling students, helping them improve their understanding of musical concepts and techniques.
  • Contributed to a positive learning atmosphere by maintaining an organized classroom and establishing clear expectations for behavior and performance.

Education

Associate of Arts - Music

Palm Beach State College
Lake Worth, FL
05.2025

Skills

  • Instructional Strategies
  • Interactive Learning
  • Art Appreciation
  • Music Theory
  • Piano Playing
  • Providing Feedback
  • Cash Register Operations
  • Monthly Inventory and Maintenance
  • Building End Caps and Displays
  • Section Resets Expertise
  • Order Assessments
  • Store Appearance

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Assistant Music Teacher

Palm Beach Jazz Camp
06.2023 - 07.2023

Private Music Instructor

Self Employed
01.2021 - Current

Grocery Clerk

Publix Grocery Store
11.2003 - Current

Associate of Arts - Music

Palm Beach State College
Rafael Mercedes