Stephen Arrastia
Seattle,Washington
Summary
Enthusiastic music teacher interested in creating a successful learning environment within a fine arts program at either the elementary, middle or high school level in collaboration with a supportive administration and community.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Secondary Music Instructor
Lincoln School
08.2024 - 12.2025
- Coordinated and taught music classes for the 6th through 12th grade program including Choir and Band.
- Organized and prepared students for participation in AMIS and SAISA Music Festivals.
- Served as MS Advisor and Tennis Coach
Music Teacher
International School Of Islamabad
08.2021 - 12.2023
- Coordinated and taught music classes for the Kindergarten through 12th grade program including Choir and Band.
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
- Scheduled performances and concerts.
Secondary Music Instructor
St. Johnsbury Academy
08.2017 - 06.2021
- Opened start up school Band and Choral Program
- Organized, purchased and implemented all necessary materials/equipment to develop program/curriculum at new school
- Established Band, Choir, and String classes at the Beginning, Middle School and High School levels
- Implemented Artist In Residence Program.
Secondary Music Instructor
Dalian American International School
08.2014 - 06.2017
- Instrumental + choral ensembles, AP Music Theory, Advanced Choir, Fine Arts Department Chair for 3 years
- ISCMS Festival Participant
Music/Band Instructor
Escola Americana De Campinas
07.2012 - 06.2014
- Instruct and manage a MS/HS music program which includes instrumental band, digital music + academic classes from the 6th through 12th grade levels
- Incorporated and applied Smart Music Technology within the band classes for all students as well as co-teaching band and being a mentor to a new band colleague
- Established school Jazz Band Program.
IB Music/Band Instructor
American International School Dhaka
08.2005 - 06.2012
- Instruct and manage a HS IB Music Program + MS/HS Instrumental Band program including a 6th grade general music class
- Organized/Hosted yearly participation in regional SAISA music festival as well as International Honor Band
- Directed after school Jazz band
- Coached HS Soccer +Tennis
- Acted as MS/HS advisor/service learning
- Accompanied students out of country on class trips, International Honor Music Festival as well as SAISA music and Sports.
Music/Band Instructor
American Community School Amman Jordan
08.2001 - 06.2005
- Instruct and manage a grade 1-5 Elementary School Music Program as well as a MS/HS Instrumental Band Program
- Directed after school Jazz Band and assisted with school musical productions
- Coordinated EMAC Senior + Junior Arts Festival participation as well as International Honor Band
- Coached JV Boys Soccer
- NESA Conference Presenter Bangkok 2004.
Band Instructor
North Middle School
09.1998 - 06.2001
- Instruct and manage a 6/7/8 grade level instrumental band program made up of 4 performing ensembles including a jazz ensemble and a marching band
- Produced CD for school band program.
Band Instructor
Monroe Middle School
08.1991 - 06.1998
- Instruct and manage a 6/7/8 grade level instrumental band program made up of 5 performing ensembles including a jazz ensemble and a select wind ensemble
- Produced CD for school band program.
Education
Washington State Teaching Certificate - K-12 Music And K-12 Instrumental
Washington State
2026
Kodaly Level 1 Certificate -
Seattle Pacific University
Seattle, WA2006
Orff Schulwerk Level 1 Certificate -
Seattle Pacific University
Seattle, WA2004
Teaching For Understanding/Project Zero -
Harvard University
Cambridge, MA07-2000
Master of Arts - Master of Music-Saxophone Performance
The University of Michigan
Ann Harbor, MI12-1989
Bachelor of Fine Arts-Music -
California State University Northridge
Northridge, CA05-1986
Skills
- Learning Enhancement
- Rehearsals
- Program Development in Choir and Band
- Supply Coordination
- AP Music Theory
- Strings
- IB Music
- Bilingual/Fluent Spanish/English
Timeline
Secondary Music Instructor
Lincoln School
08.2024 - 12.2025
Music Teacher
International School Of Islamabad
08.2021 - 12.2023
Secondary Music Instructor
St. Johnsbury Academy
08.2017 - 06.2021
Secondary Music Instructor
Dalian American International School
08.2014 - 06.2017
Music/Band Instructor
Escola Americana De Campinas
07.2012 - 06.2014
IB Music/Band Instructor
American International School Dhaka
08.2005 - 06.2012
Music/Band Instructor
American Community School Amman Jordan
08.2001 - 06.2005
Band Instructor
North Middle School
09.1998 - 06.2001
Band Instructor
Monroe Middle School
08.1991 - 06.1998
Bachelor of Fine Arts-Music -
California State University Northridge
Washington State Teaching Certificate - K-12 Music And K-12 Instrumental
Washington State
Kodaly Level 1 Certificate -
Seattle Pacific University
Orff Schulwerk Level 1 Certificate -
Seattle Pacific University
Teaching For Understanding/Project Zero -
Harvard University
Master of Arts - Master of Music-Saxophone Performance
The University of Michigan