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Simon Smith

New York,NY

Summary

Rising junior in high school with a passion for politics in search of a summer internship. With four years experience tutoring and assistant teaching Piano and Music Theory to elementary and middle school-aged students, I am looking for an opportunity to challenge myself and work hard.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Model Congress Delegate

09.2022 - Current
  • Recognized for outstanding contributions as a delegate, receiving awards such as two Best Delegate and three Honorable Mention awards at national conferences and two Best Delegate and one Honorable Mention at local conferences during tenure on the team.
  • Boosted team performance by mentoring newer members on parliamentary procedure, negotiation tactics, and effective communication strategies.
  • Developed public speaking abilities through delivering speeches and presenting policy positions to large audiences at conferences.

Piano Assistant Teacher

Lisa Bastien
01.2020 - Current
  • Tailored instruction for individual students' needs, improving their understanding of complex music theory concepts.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Taught wide age group of students, from 6-13, and modified lessons taught to different students based on age.

Piano Tutor

Jenny Lane
09.2023 - 01.2024
  • Built strong relationships with families to encourage continued commitment to musical growth.
  • Promoted a growth mindset in students by providing constructive feedback and celebrating their achievements regularly.
  • Provided consistent scheduling options for busy families while remaining adaptable to accommodate unforeseen changes or conflicts.
  • Implemented effective practice techniques that improved efficiency during lessons and encouraged self-directed learning outside of class time.

Education

The Dalton School
Manhattan, NY
06.2026

Skills

  • Strong oral and written communication
  • Understanding of legislative Issues
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Strong collaborative and individual work ethic
  • Patient and positive attitude

Timeline

Piano Tutor

Jenny Lane
09.2023 - 01.2024

Model Congress Delegate

09.2022 - Current

Piano Assistant Teacher

Lisa Bastien
01.2020 - Current

The Dalton School

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