Richard China
9585 Maynard Drive, #6, Marcy
Summary
Low Brass Specialist who teaches with an emphasis on Music Technology and Music Performance. Proven Leadership qualities with strong communication and creative skills. Seeking to teach students at the Primary/Secondary Level with a Focus on Band.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Music Teacher
Holland Patent School District
07.2016 - Current
- Taught and implemented Grade 3-5 General Music Program.
- Taught and implemented Grade 6-8 General Music Program with emphasis on Music Technology.
- Conducted and taught multiple school music lessons and ensembles, including Grade 4-6 Elementary Band, Grade 7-8 Middle School Band, and Grade 6-8 Middle School Jazz Band.
- Taught enhanced Summer Band Lessons and Music Appreciation Program.
- Directed Holland Patent Knightly Players Middle and High School Drama Club which included directing two shows per school year.
- Prepared students for successful NYSSMA competitions.
- Programming and operation of light and sound boards for all productions within Holland Patent.
- Explained music theory, aural skills and fundamental concepts to teach students to understand, analyze, perform and create music.
- Motivated students to practice music by offering positive reinforcement and encouraging progress.
- Planned and prepared individual music lessons to support student needs.
- Prepared students for auditions for NYSSMA Majors and Solo Festivals by aiding with music selection, assigning practice hours required for mastery of piece and assessing progress and accuracy in playing.
- Facilitated communication with parents through parent-teacher conferences, newsletters, social media, and bulletin board postings.
- Acquired teaching materials and resources to facilitate music instruction. This included preparing annual budget requests for Holland Patent's Music Department.
- Arranged performance concerts to allow students to showcase musical talents.
- Established and maintained network of music contacts to promote work continuity.
- Augmented group learning experiences with occasional ensemble coaching to foster teamwork skills among peers.
- Expanded students' musical repertoire through introducing diverse genres, styles, and techniques.
- Nurtured supportive learning environment by addressing individual challenges and fostering positive relationships among students.
- Cultivated artistic expression and creativity through improvisational activities and composition exercises.
- Inspired passion for music appreciation with insightful discussions about composers, historical contexts, or cultural influences behind selected pieces.
- Promoted lifelong learning habits by instilling discipline, time management skills, and dedication to regular practice sessions.
- Adapted teaching methods to accommodate students with diverse learning styles or special needs, ensuring positive and inclusive experiences for all.
Private Music Teacher
Self Employed Services
08.2008 - Current
- Private musical instruction on multiple instrumentation, including brass, woodwind, guitar and percussion.
- Assist private students in preparation for NYSSMA competitions.
- Inspired passion for music in students by sharing personal experiences as professional musician and performer.
- Incorporated ear training exercises into lessons, resulting in stronger listening skills that improved overall musicianship.
- Cultivated inclusive environments where all learners felt welcomed and supported in their pursuit of musical excellence.
Substitute Teacher
HFM BOCES, 2755 NY HWY 67
09.2012 - 06.2015
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Assisted in creating safe and nurturing classroom environments that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering positive learning atmospheres conducive to academic growth.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance with longest request consisting of two weeks for same school and teacher.
- Substituted for six different school districts with various different subjects and grade levels.
Food and Nutrition Service Worker
St. Mary's Hospital, 427 Guy Park Avenue
06.2006 - 06.2015
- Food Service Worker duties included food preparations, delivery and pickup of patient meals, receiving patient dietary requests, grill cook, dish sanitation.
- Managed time effectively, prioritizing tasks based on urgency, complexity, or customer expectations.
- Utilized problem-solving skills to address complex customer needs effectively.
- Maintained and organized workspaces, ensuring easy access to necessary tools and supplies for efficient task completion.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure optimal service quality for all customers.
- Identified potential safety hazards through routine checks of supplies, equipment and environment.
- Followed key practices to maintain patient data integrity and confidentiality as per federal guidelines.
- Boosted overall productivity by taking initiative in completing tasks efficiently without compromising quality.
- Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
- Serviced many incoming and outgoing patients and costumers.
Education
Master of Science in Music Education - Music Education
The College of St. Rose
Albany05.2015
Bachelor of Science in Music Education - Music Education
The College of St. Rose
Albany05.2012
Skills
- Computers: Windows and Mac Experience,
- Google Suites experience (Google Drive, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Meet),
- Audacity
- Streaming services (OBS for streaming performances),
- Light and Sound Boards
- Finale and Sibelius
- Zoom Experience
Professional Development
- Member Cooperative Music Committee for OHM BOCES, Utica, NY, 09/2019, Present
- Member of committee that organizes technology use, reading sessions, and maintains the music library school districts within Oneida, Herkimer, and Madison Counties.
- Attend Annual NYSSMA Winter Conference, Rochester, NY since 2015. Attend various workshops to help improve and enhance concepts for teaching, Observe performances of student participants.
- The New York Center for Teacher Development, June 2023, Present, Currently enrolled and taking classes in various topics in furthering teaching development in education, Topics ranged from classroom management strategies to working with students with developmental disabilities.
Volunteer Experience
- Member Floyd Community Instrumental Ensemble, Oneida County, NY, 03/2016-Present. Community Band that performs concerts throughout Oneida County each summer.
- Member New Hartford Citizen's Band, Oneida County, NY, 06/2022-Present, Community Band that performs concerts in New Hartford area each summer.
- Member La Banda Rosa, Oneida County, NY, 06/2018-Present. Italian Marching Band that plays in many Italian Churches, Parades, and Festivals each year throughout Oneida County.
- Member Summerstage, Rome, NY, 06/2017-Present, Community theater group that performs summer stage musicals within Oneida County.
- Member Leadership Committee, First United Methodist Church, Rome NY, 04/2020-Present. Committee assists in decisions on how the church community will be run, including planning and coordinating events, fundraisers, and expenses of the church.
- Member of The Paris Hill Brass Quintet, Oneida County, NY, 06/2023-Present. Brass Quintet that performs in various different venues throughout the year in Oneida County.
References
- Ms. Stephanie Podolec, 518-331-7436
- Mr Giovanni Magagnoli, 585-754-5347
- Ms. Lisa Gentile, 315-527-6604
Languages
Italian
Limited Working
Latin
Limited Working
Certification
New York State Professional Certification in Music Education: Grades K-12, 09/2018
Timeline
Music Teacher
Holland Patent School District
07.2016 - Current
Substitute Teacher
HFM BOCES, 2755 NY HWY 67
09.2012 - 06.2015
Private Music Teacher
Self Employed Services
08.2008 - Current
Food and Nutrition Service Worker
St. Mary's Hospital, 427 Guy Park Avenue
06.2006 - 06.2015
Master of Science in Music Education - Music Education
The College of St. Rose
Bachelor of Science in Music Education - Music Education
The College of St. Rose
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