Substitute Educator at Beaverton School District, Portland Public Schools (2025-09 – Present)
- Provides classroom instruction to K-12 students as outlined in lesson plans.
- Establishes positive culture through clear expectations, consistent routines, and effective classroom management.
- Delivered daily instruction for a high school symphonic band, wind ensemble, jazz ensemble, and piano keyboard class in alignment with district curriculum and existing scope and sequence. (Long-term substitute position from September 2025 to February 2026)
Percussion Instructor at Beaverton SD, Beacock Music, Arts Academy, Private Studio (2024-07 – Present)
- Provided individual and small-group instruction in classical percussion and drum set across studio and public school settings.
- Designed personalized lesson plans addressing technique, musicianship, and varied learning styles.
- Integrated music theory, sight-reading, improvisation, and instrument care into instruction.
Community Programs Manager at Portland Youth Philharmonic (2024-08 – 2025-07)
- Managed and coordinated free and low-cost community music education programs to serve diverse youth populations.
- Mentored student leaders in the Peer Mentorship Program, supporting teaching and leadership development.
- Acted as primary liaison with Oregon school music educators and administrators.
- Represented the organization at music education events and community outreach functions.
Instrumental Music Director at Antelope Valley Union HS District (2019-08 – 2024-06)
- Directed a comprehensive instrumental music program including bands, orchestra, and chamber ensembles.
- Selected repertoire, rehearsed ensembles, and led performances for students at multiple skill levels.
- Expanded instructional opportunities by creating after-school ensembles and enrichment programs.
- Organized festivals, competitions, and trips; collaborated with booster organizations to support program funding.
- Built partnerships with feeder middle schools, neighboring high schools, and community college music programs.
- Managed instrument and materials procurement for school's music program, creating and tracking POs, verifying pricing and terms, working regularly with vendors, and coordinating deliveries.
