Thaddeus Hammond
Newark
Summary
Dynamic owner/operator at Taddy and Sons Home Improvement, skilled in interior demolition and budget management. Successfully enhanced customer satisfaction through effective relationship management and quality service. Proven ability to oversee operations and train staff, ensuring high standards in a fast-paced environment. Passionate music educator with a strong foundation in theory and practical skills.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator
Taddy and Sons Home improvement
Newark
07.2017 - Current
- Interror systems consisting of demolition and renovation of kitchens, Bathrooms, Basements and attics.
- Experience with hanging drywall including topfill.
- Taping and painting.
- Framing in metal and wood.
- Basic plumbing.
- Basic Electrical.
- Tile and flooring.
- Maintained financial records and managed budgeting processes effectively.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints promptly to ensure satisfaction.
- Managed daily operations of the business, including staff, sales, inventory, and accounting.
- Managed daily operations and ensured smooth workflow in a busy environment.
- Trained and supervised staff to maintain high service standards.
- Oversaw inventory management to ensure product availability and quality.
Music Teacher
Orange Board of Education
Orange
01.2005 - Current
- Introduce individual students to particular instruments and evaluate student's needs in regard to instrument training.
- Arrange for and timetable regular visits by instrumental teachers.
- Organize student concerts and invite visiting musicians to schools for concerts and performance classes.
- Teach music theory, history, harmony, counterpoint, form and analysis.
- Provide aural training through the performance of music, and written assignments.
- Teached according to all state mandated procedures and guidelines.
Music Teacher
East Orange Board of Education
East Orange
01.1998 - 01.2005
- Develop student's interest in and appreciation of music through teaching theory, history and practical skills.
- Illustrate Basic musical concepts (e.g. time and rhythm) for students through activities such as playing recorded music or playing an instrument in class accompanied by students.
- Design creative activities to allow students to experience different musical styles, interpret musical scores and compose their own music.
Education
Supervisors Certification -
01.2024
200 hours - pre-apprentice
Northeast Regional Council of Carpenters local 254
01.2018
Masters of Science - Education
University of New England
01.2009
Bachelors of Arts -
Rutgers University
01.1998
Skills
- Interior demolition
- Drywall installation
- Basic plumbing
- Budget management
- Inventory control
- Customer relationship management
Functional Summary
Organized various beginner level classes specializing in Lower Brass and beginning level strings program teaching Cello, Bass, Viola, and Violin. 7 years, 6 years teaching elementary school music. Experience teaching high school Concert Band, Symphonic Band, and Jazz Band, in addition to woodwind trios and brass quartets. I am enthusiastic about teaching music. I have Good Organizational skills and am able to communicate musical concepts and instructions clearly. I understand the importance of being patient in dealing with students in differing abilities. (differentiation)
Timeline
Owner/Operator
Taddy and Sons Home improvement
07.2017 - Current
Music Teacher
Orange Board of Education
01.2005 - Current
Music Teacher
East Orange Board of Education
01.1998 - 01.2005
Supervisors Certification -
200 hours - pre-apprentice
Northeast Regional Council of Carpenters local 254
Masters of Science - Education
University of New England
Bachelors of Arts -
Rutgers University