Experience

The Ohio State University School of Music

• United States
• Higher Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Lecturer, Instrumental Music Education

  • Aug 2019 - Present

  Undergraduate Courses taught include:Flute, Clarinet, and Saxophone Techniques (Autumn 2019, 2020, 2021; Spring 2020, 2021)Student Teaching in Elementary & Secondary Schools (Autumn 2019, 2021; Spring 2020, 2021)Teaching General Music in Middle & Junior High Schools (Autumn 2019, 2020, 2021)Winds, Strings, and Percussion (Spring 2020)Instrumental Student Teacher Supervision (Autumn 2019, 2021; Spring 2020, 2021)Graduate Courses Taught Include:Principles of Music Learning (Spring 2022)



VanderCook College of Music

• United States
• Higher Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Adjunct Professor

  • Aug 2020 - Dec 2020

  Course taught:Educational Psychology (Fall 2020) Course taught:Educational Psychology (Fall 2020)



The Midwest Clinic, International Band and Orchestra Conference

• United States
• Non-profit Organization Management
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Conference Staff: Clinic/Rehearsal Lab Manager

  • Dec 2013 - Dec 2019

  Since December 2013, I've been fortunate to work for The Midwest Clinic, International Band and Orchestra Conference as part of the Conference Staff. During the week of the conference, I help facilitate clinic sessions and rehearsal labs by ensuring that presenters and performing groups have the set-up and equipment they need. Since December 2013, I've been fortunate to work for The Midwest Clinic, International Band and Orchestra Conference as part of the Conference Staff. During the week of the conference, I help facilitate clinic sessions and rehearsal labs by ensuring that presenters and performing groups have the set-up and equipment they need.



University of North Texas

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Adjunct Faculty

  • Jun 2019 - Aug 2019

  Course Taught: Technology in the Strings Classroom Course Taught: Technology in the Strings Classroom



The University of Texas at Austin

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Assistant Instructor

  • Aug 2016 - May 2019

  Courses taught or served as TA include:Fundamentals of Music: Guitar (Instructor)Techniques of Woodwind Performance (Instructor)Techniques of Brass Performance (Instructor)Human Learning & Behavior (Teaching Assistant)Teaching & Learning in Instrumental Music (Teaching Assistant) Courses taught or served as TA include:Fundamentals of Music: Guitar (Instructor)Techniques of Woodwind Performance (Instructor)Techniques of Brass Performance (Instructor)Human Learning & Behavior (Teaching Assistant)Teaching & Learning in Instrumental Music (Teaching Assistant)

• Adjunct Faculty

  • Jun 2017 - Jul 2017

  Course taught: Technology in the Elementary Classroom Course taught: Technology in the Elementary Classroom

• Adjunct Faculty

  • Jun 2016 - Jul 2016

  Course Taught: Technology in the Strings Classroom Course Taught: Technology in the Strings Classroom

• Director of Professional and Continuing Education

  • Aug 2012 - Jul 2015

  Retained all duties and responsibilities outlined as Director of Professional and Continuing Education. Taught courses as assigned, including administration of all aspects of the student teaching program. Reported to College President, Dean of Graduate Studies, and Dean of Undergraduate Studies. Coordinated site placements for student teachers (carried out up to 40 placements per term) in cooperation with partner school district administration and cooperating teachers. Guided student teachers through the experience by leading seminar, retreat, and reception events, as well as individual meetings and exit interviews. Personally supervised and evaluated two to four student teachers in the field each semester. Communicated expectations and desired outcomes to cooperating teachers and college supervising teachers. Participated in development and implementation of edTPA preparation materials within the curriculum. Carried out all aspects of pre-clinical experience program, informed student body regarding parameters of program, and assisted in connecting them with partner schools and teachers.

• Director of Continuing Education

  • Jul 2010 - Jul 2012

  Administered all aspects of the MECA Continuing Education program in collaboration with the College President, Graduate Dean, and Presidential Cabinet. Coordinated with college faculty, staff, administration, alumni to create and approve courses relevant to the needs of in-service music educators. Determined governing policies and academic standards in consultation with College President, administration and faculty. Advised continuing education students regarding coursework best suited to their needs and goals. Oversaw all logistical aspects of hosting courses on campus in fall, spring, and summer terms. Consulted with communications staff to promote and market program. Conceived and directed a coordinated approach to distance learning within the program leading to expanded offerings and significant increase in enrollment. Managed partnerships with third-party organizations, including oversight of contracting and accreditation agency approval. Hired, trained, and supervised a crew of undergraduate student workers each semester (between three and seven individuals), including office assistants and logistical staff.



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• Music Teacher

  • Jul 2003 - Jul 2010

  Tenured Teacher (2007-2010)5th and 6th Grade Band (2003-2010)6th Grade General Music (2003-2004) Tenured Teacher (2007-2010)5th and 6th Grade Band (2003-2010)6th Grade General Music (2003-2004)