Seth Boothby
Oklahoma City,OK
Summary
I'm an energetic Band Director with over 19 years of experience. I have been at the helm of two different band programs who have gone from "worst to first" in my career. I have been successful at teaching all instruments to grades 5-12, planning concerts and monitoring individual student growth, and creating thriving growing band programs. I'm adept at fundraising and working on strict budgets while cultivating an inspiring workspace for students.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Band Director and Fine Arts Coordinator
Tuttle Public Schools
06.2009 - Current
- Turned a dying band program into a perennial sweepstakes winner.
- Increased overall band program enrollment by actively recruiting and retaining students through engaging activities and events.
- Led the band program through a period of growth that saw it increase in size from 35 students to over 120 in the high school band, and saw several bonds passed to build new fine arts facilities
- Collaborated with other school departments to create interdisciplinary performances and events, fostering a sense of community within the school.
- Received numerous awards at regional competitions due to thorough preparation, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence in performance.
- Organized annual trips for students to participate in national festivals or workshops, exposing them to new musical experiences and professional musicians.
- Implemented effective communication strategies with parents, staff, and administration to ensure support for the band program''s initiatives.
- Planned coordinated logistical aspects large-scale events including concerts parades competitions involving multiple staff members, volunteers, and students.
- Incorporated diverse repertoire selections representing various cultures periods music history broadening students'' understanding appreciation global sounds.
- Directed groups at rehearsals and live or recorded performances to achieve desired effects such as tonal and harmonic balance dynamics, rhythm, and tempo.
Band Director
Tuprin Public Schools
07.2005 - 07.2009
- Established strong relationships with students, parents, and school administrators to foster a supportive musical community.
- Mentored aspiring musicians, cultivating their dedication to practice and performance excellence.
- Oversaw the growth of the band program, and qualified for State Contest for the first time in program history
Westat Field Data Collector
Westat
06.2022 - Current
- Enhanced data accuracy by diligently collecting and recording field data through various methods.
- Achieved efficiency in data collection tasks by using specialized equipment, software, and tools.
- Improved project timelines by consistently meeting deadlines for submitting completed field data reports.
- Ensured quality control with thorough verification of collected information, minimizing errors and inaccuracies.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Music
Oklahoma Panhandle State University
Goodwell Oklahoma05.2005
Skills
- Interpersonal Relationships
- Program Growth
- Teaching experience
- Recruitment Strategies
Timeline
Westat Field Data Collector
Westat
06.2022 - Current
Head Band Director and Fine Arts Coordinator
Tuttle Public Schools
06.2009 - Current
Band Director
Tuprin Public Schools
07.2005 - 07.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Music
Oklahoma Panhandle State University
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