Skyler Baker
Snyder,TX
Summary
With three years of dedicated service as the Head Junior High and Assistant High School Band Director for Snyder ISD, I bring a wealth of experience in music education. I have successfully taught a diverse range of students, including 6th-grade beginning band members specializing in woodwinds, brass, and percussion. Additionally, I have effectively managed a combined 7th and 8th-grade band while providing valuable assistance to the high school band director in coordinating marching band and concert band rehearsals and performances. My commitment to fostering a love for music and nurturing the talents of young musicians is unwavering.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Junior High Director/Assistant High School
Snyder ISD
07.2022 - Current
- Created and implemented a Junior High music curriculum that improved band members' overall musical abilities.
- Collaborated with High School band director to ensure the curriculum is aligned.
- Enhanced the band program through effective recruitment strategies, resulting in increased student participation.
- Consistently received positive evaluations from supervisors for effective instruction and classroom management techniques.
- Prepared students for successful auditions in district honor bands, demonstrating commitment to excellence in performance skills development.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by addressing individual needs, promoting teamwork, and maintaining high expectations for students.
Office Cashier
Brookshires Grocery Company
08.2017 - 05.2022
- Answered customer inquiries and clarified details regarding charges.
- Monitored self-checkout systems and provided assistance or intervention where required.
- Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors and resolving discrepancies.
Student Teacher Intern
Benton High School, Junior High, And Middle School
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Collaborated with teaching staff to implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks.
- Conferred with qualified teacher to establish instructional targets and prepare lessons to cover source topics.
- Stood in for teachers, checking lesson plans to provide consistent teaching to students.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
Camp Counselor
Henderson State University Band Camp
07.2019 - 08.2019
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
- Maintained facility, equipment and vehicles to promote safe and secure environment for campers and staff.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill and developmental levels.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education
Henderson State University
Arkadelphia, AR05.2022
Accomplishments
- Increased the size of the 7th and 8th grade band by 46% between 2022 and 2024.
- Retained 100% of upcoming 8th graders from 2023-2024.
- Implemented required band concerts twice a year for Junior High band students.
- Introduced the All-Region process to Junior High students. 3 out of 7 that auditioned earned a chair in 2023. 24 out of 31 (77%) earned a chair in 2024.
- Attended UIL Concert and Sight Reading evaluation for the first time in over 8 years for Snyder Junior High School. We received a 2 on stage and a 1 in sight reading.
- Assisted with the Snyder High School marching band which received a 2 in 2022, and a 1 in 2023 and 2024, advancing to area.
- Junior High teacher of the 6th weeks (March 2024)
- Snyder ISD employee of the month (April 2024)
Organizations
- Texas Music Educators Association
August 2022-Present
- Association of Texas Small School Bands
August 2022-Present
- Sigma Alpha Iota
August 2020-May 2022
- Tau Beta Sigma
January 2019-May 2022
- National Association For Music Educators
August 2018- May 2022
References
- Amy Ford (Snyder Junior High School Assistant Principal)
Aford@snyderisd.net
(325) 574-8700 Ext. 6513
- Zack Lewis (Snyder ISD Director of Bands)
Zlewis@snyderisd.net
(325) 574-8800 Ext. 8331
- Roxanne Paris (Snyder Junior High Assistant Band Director)
Lelia.paris@snyderisd.net
(432) 661-7502
Timeline
Head Junior High Director/Assistant High School
Snyder ISD
07.2022 - Current
Student Teacher Intern
Benton High School, Junior High, And Middle School
01.2022 - 05.2022
Camp Counselor
Henderson State University Band Camp
07.2019 - 08.2019
Office Cashier
Brookshires Grocery Company
08.2017 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education
Henderson State University
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