Ryan Lopez
Marietta ,GA
Summary
Developed strong leadership and communication skills in dynamic and interactive environments. Skilled in managing diverse groups and creating engaging activities to promote teamwork and personal growth. Ready to use and develop leadership and organizational skills as a High School Orchestra Director.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Teacher, Orchestra
Pope High School
Roswell, GA
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
High Meadows Summer Camp
High Meadows School
Roswell, GA
05.2022 - Current
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Supported children by actively listening and offering encouragement.
- Organized and guided group activities by leading, coaching, and participating with campers.
Violin Sectional Teacher
Mcclure Middle School
Kennesaw, GA
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Developed strong relationships with students by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through performance-based learning.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
Piano Teacher
Vining School of Art
Smyrna, GA
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Boosted student confidence in their abilities through consistent positive reinforcement and encouragement.
- Introduced students to appropriate hand positioning, finger transitions and pedal use.
- Communicated with parents regarding upcoming events and student progress.
- Developed lesson plans, selected course materials and prepared assignments.
Education
Bachelor of Music - Music Education
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA05-2025
Skills
- Compassionate
- Problem-solving abilities
- Creativity and Innovation
- Classroom Management
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Orchestral instruction
Certification
- GaPSC Pre-Service Certificate - ID: 1912294 - April 2023
- GACE (Music) - May 2025
Timeline
Student Teacher, Orchestra
Pope High School
08.2024 - 05.2025
Violin Sectional Teacher
Mcclure Middle School
08.2022 - 08.2023
High Meadows Summer Camp
High Meadows School
05.2022 - Current
Piano Teacher
Vining School of Art
01.2022 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Music - Music Education
Kennesaw State University