ZACHARY KRNACH
Cambridge,OH
Summary
Energetic Band Director with three years of head band director experience. Successful at teaching instrumental music to grades 5-12, planning concerts, furthering the enrollment figures of the band program, and monitoring individual student growth. Adept at fundraising and working on strict budgets while cultivating an inspiring environment for students to grow their passion for music.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Director of Bands
Cambridge City School District
07.2022 - Current
- Operate and manage all instrumental ensembles from grades 5-12.
- Provide an inclusive experience for all students in the district.
- Lead the CHS Bobcat Marching Band at all football games, community performances, and OMEA competitions.
- Co-teach the 6-8 middle school bands with the middle school band director.
- Operate and lead the CHS Jazz Band & the CHS Pep Band.
- Participate in all OMEA adjudicated events including marching band competitions, district 9 large group, district 9 solo & ensemble, and district 9 honors band.
- Provide opportunities for students to pursue additional honors band events in Ohio.
- Further the enrollment figures through fundraising, travel opportunities, and community outreach events.
Student Teacher
Big Walnut Local School District
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff and students.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement in 7-12 grade level settings.
- Assisted with curriculum-based events that further enhanced the student learning experience (OMEA MS & HS District Contest)
Education
Bachelors of Music Education - Instrumental Studies
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH05.2022
High School Diploma -
Jackson High School
05.2017
Skills
- Woodwind specialist
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Promotes inclusivity
- Performance planning
- Fundraising strategies
- Individual music teaching expertise
- Audition preparation
- Music theory
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Professional demeanor
Related Experiences
Guest Conductor
D9 Middle School Honors Band, February 2024
Chamber Ensemble Coach
OSU Double Reed Camp; June 2024
Guest Conductor
OSU Double Reed Camp, June 2023
Timeline
Head Director of Bands
Cambridge City School District
07.2022 - Current
Student Teacher
Big Walnut Local School District
01.2022 - 05.2022
High School Diploma -
Jackson High School
Bachelors of Music Education - Instrumental Studies
The Ohio State University