Wade Taylor
Retired teacher of music
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Enthusiastic and hard working individual with years of experience in working with the public. Exceptional skill in communication, in problem solving, and in working with coworkers to support the vision of the work environment.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Music Teacher
Liberty County Schools, Lyman Hall Elementary
07.2009 - 05.2023
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
- Incorporated creative activities into lessons to engage students and spark interest in music.
- Assessed student performance and provided constructive feedback to guide progress.
- Improved student musicianship by incorporating variety of teaching methods and techniques.
- Organized successful concerts and recitals, showcasing student talent and hard work.
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies, creating inclusive environment conducive to learning.
Band Director
Morgan County Schools, Morgan County Middle School
07.1997 - 06.2009
- Planned 5 concerts yearly and marketed concerts to students, parents and general public.
- Inventoried, maintained, repaired and purchased new instruments for band department.
- Assessed musicians and assigned instruments and parts for songs and concerts.
- Established strong relationships with students, parents, and school administrators to foster supportive musical community.
- Coordinated dynamic performances at various school events, showcasing talents of each ensemble member.
- Symphonic consistently earned superior and excellent ratings from judges.
- Developed strong jazz ensemble program that was featured throughout community and was judged superior at events.
Band Director
Kanawha County Schools, Nitro High School
07.1994 - 06.1997
- Enhanced student performance quality by implementing rigorous practice schedules and personalized coaching for individual members. Many members were selected for All County Band programs and participated in All State.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans to improve musicianship and technical skills among band members.
- Organized successful fundraising events, growing budget for purchasing new instruments and equipment including managing bingo hall.
- Expanded ensemble repertoire by researching and selecting diverse pieces that interested students.
- Earned top awards at marching band competitions
Band Director, Chorus Director
Kanawha County Schools, Clendenin Junior/Middle
08.1988 - 06.1994
- Assessed musicians and assigned instruments and parts for songs and concerts.
- Coordinated dynamic performances in school setting and in community. Band was rated superior in five out of six years of concert adjudication.
- Developed dynamic chorus program with many students selected to all county chorus programs.
- Large numbers of band students were selected to all county band programs.
Education
Master of Arts - Music Education
VanderCook College of Music
Chicago, IL07.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education
Ohio University
Athens, OH06.1988
Skills
- Program Development
- Program Administration
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Documentation
- Relationship Building
- Faculty Collaboration
avid day hiker, love to cook, currently studying Portuguese and Stoic philosophy.
I moved to Colorado from Georgia to escape punishing heat where I could not do the hiking that I love. I'm a short range hiker (maximum 8 miles). I love to see new places and get away from it all. I've traveled extensively in the U.S. but am ready for new adventures around the world. I'm passionate about traveling. I have taken an interest in learning a new language, to keep my brain sharp and active. I am not religious but I am spiritual and nothing creates a greater feeling of peace than to be outside in nature. I am reading several books about stoic philosophy in an attempt to improve my quality of life.
Timeline
Music Teacher
Liberty County Schools, Lyman Hall Elementary
07.2009 - 05.2023
Band Director
Morgan County Schools, Morgan County Middle School
07.1997 - 06.2009
Band Director
Kanawha County Schools, Nitro High School
07.1994 - 06.1997
Band Director, Chorus Director
Kanawha County Schools, Clendenin Junior/Middle
08.1988 - 06.1994
Master of Arts - Music Education
VanderCook College of Music
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education
Ohio University
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