William Schoch
Turnersville,NJ
Summary
Dynamic educator of 25 years with expertise in curriculum development, team building, and student engagement.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Instrumental Music Teacher
Haddon Heights Jr/Sr High School
Haddon Heights, New Jersey
09.2001 - Current
- Increased instrumental music enrollment from 35 to 200 students during tenure.
- Designed and implemented comprehensive curriculum for grades 7-12.
- Instructed classes and ensembles with a diverse array of learners.
- Included students with disabilities in all regular classes while managing IEP accommodations.
- Facilitated professional development sessions enhancing instructional methods and content analysis for fellow educators.
- Served as a mentor teacher for first-year educators, providing guidance and support.
- Coordinated and managed Olympic Conference Honors Band events, providing students with prestigious performance opportunities while demonstrating strong leadership and organizational skills.
Residential Educator
Bancroft Neurohealth
Mullica Hill, New Jersey
11.1998 - 08.2001
- Instructed adults with severe developmental disabilities in residential and vocational skills to enhance daily living and work readiness.
- Designed and implemented an adaptive general music class for adults with severe developmental disabilities.
- Developed individualized goals and objectives for habilitation plans to support personal growth and skill acquisition.
- Maintained clear communication with persons served, families, and management to ensure alignment and support for individual needs.
Education
Bachelor of Music - Music Education K-12
Rowan University
Glassboro, NJ05-2001
Skills
- Curriculum Development and Alignment
- Inclusion of Exceptional Learners
- Differentiated Instruction
- Job/ Career Opportunities
- Budget and Resource Management
- Program Development and Management
- Event Planning and Coordination within the Community
Accomplishments
- 2024 Haddon Heights Jr/Sr High School Educator of the Year
- 2022 Junior High School Olympic Conference Honors Band Conductor
- 2022-2026 Olympic Conference Honors Band Head of Registration
Timeline
Instrumental Music Teacher
Haddon Heights Jr/Sr High School
09.2001 - Current
Residential Educator
Bancroft Neurohealth
11.1998 - 08.2001
Bachelor of Music - Music Education K-12
Rowan University