Thomas Bates
Saint Paul,MN
Summary
Dynamic music educator skilled in classroom management and relationship building. Proven ability to foster teamwork and adaptability, enhancing student engagement and performance.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Music Teacher's Assistant
Central High School
Saint Paul, MN
02.2026 - Current
- Facilitated classroom activities, providing support to students during rehearsals and performances.
- Managed classroom equipment, ensuring instruments were maintained and organized for use.
- Helped students improve their musical skills through regular feedback.
Family Babysitter
Bates Family
Saint Paul, MN
04.2024 - Current
- Supervised children's activities, ensuring safety and engagement during playtime.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's progress and behavior.
Section First Violin
Kamoinge Strings
Saint Paul, MN
08.2021 - Current
- Performed complex musical pieces as first violin, ensuring harmony and precision.
- Collaborated with conductor to interpret compositions and enhance overall performance quality.
- Assisted in rehearsals, demonstrating adaptability to various musical styles and arrangements.
- Engaged in ensemble practices, fostering teamwork and communication among musicians.
- Played for the NBA, MLS, the Minnesota Association of Black Lawyers, etc.
Volunteer
Nova Classical Academy
Saint Paul, MN
03.2024 - 06.2024
- Assisted in organizing school events, fostering community engagement.
- Collaborated with educators to support classroom activities and student learning.
- Helped establish first school yearbook club
- Provided administrative support, ensuring smooth event coordination and scheduling.
Soccer Camp Coach
Sanneh Foundation
Saint Paul, MN
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Fostered teamwork and sportsmanship among participants through structured group activities.
- Monitored player performance and provided constructive feedback to enhance skills.
- Supervised daily camp operations, ensuring safety and compliance with organizational standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Central High School
Saint Paul, MN06.2027
Skills
- Classroom management
- Verbal and written communication
- Proficient in Violin
- Relationship building
Accomplishments
- Roderick Cox Music Initiative Scholarship Recipient
- Section Winner for Soccer
- State Participant for Soccer
Languages
French
Limited Working
English
Full Professional
Interests
- High-Intensity Interval Training
- Aspiring Professional Soccer Player
- GTCYS Philharmonic First Violinist
- Love to travel
- Photography
- Music Production
- Loves his PS4 Pro
Extracurricular activities
- GTCYS (2019-present)
- Central Soccer Player (2024-present)
- Joy of the People Futsal (2025-present)
- WalkerWest (2014-present)
- Nova Classical Academy Yearbook Club (2021-2023)
- Nova Classical Academy Soccer Player (2022-2023)
- Central French Club (2024-present)
- Central Sledding Club (2025-present)
- Nova Classical Academy Black Student Union (2021-2024)
Timeline
Music Teacher's Assistant
Central High School
02.2026 - Current
Family Babysitter
Bates Family
04.2024 - Current
Volunteer
Nova Classical Academy
03.2024 - 06.2024
Soccer Camp Coach
Sanneh Foundation
06.2023 - 07.2023
Section First Violin
Kamoinge Strings
08.2021 - Current
High School Diploma -
Central High School