Gerard Powers

Heuvelton Junior/Senior High School: Direct the junior and senior high choral ensembles, cultivating vocal technique, choral blending, and musicianship across diverse literature. Edwards-Knox Central School: Deliver comprehensive Pre-K through 12 music instruction encompassing general music, choral ensembles, and advanced Music Theory curriculum. Cross-District Collaboration: Adapt instruction dynamically to meet individual district cultures, align goals with NYS Arts Standards, and manage dual-campus scheduling seamlessly.

Shared Music Teacher at St. Lawrence-Lewis BOCES (SLL BOCES) (2024 – Present)

• Heuvelton Junior/Senior High School: Direct the junior and senior high choral ensembles, cultivating vocal technique, choral blending, and musicianship across diverse literature.
• Edwards-Knox Central School: Deliver comprehensive Pre-K through 12 music instruction encompassing general music, choral ensembles, and advanced Music Theory curriculum.
• Cross-District Collaboration: Adapt instruction dynamically to meet individual district cultures, align goals with NYS Arts Standards, and manage dual-campus scheduling seamlessly.

Active Army Reservist / Musician at United States Army Reserve (198th Army Band) (2024 – Present)

• Serve as an active instrumentalist specializing in Saxophone, providing high-fidelity musical support for military ceremonies, official functions, and public relations events.
• Assist with critical band operations, logistics, and ceremonial coordination, maintaining peak musical proficiency and military readiness.

Music & Athletic Activity Leader at Boys and Girls Club of America (2018 – 2020)

• Designed and executed engaging musical activities for youth, utilizing rote teaching methods and incorporating movement to build rhythmic foundations.
• Coordinated and coached multi-sport athletic programs including floor hockey, rugby, basketball, football, and kickball.

Liturgical Musician — Organist, Saxophonist, and Vocalist at North Country Region, NY (2017 – Present)

• Provide professional accompaniment and solo music for regular services, weddings, and special events across multiple parishes including St. Mary's Cathedral (Ogdensburg), Ogdensburg Methodist Church, Ogdensburg Lutheran Church, and Lisbon Methodist Church.

Ensemble & Solo Performer at Nazareth College School of Music (2020 – Present)

• Featured roles in Opera Workshop (2021–Present) and selected member of the premier Chamber Singers ensemble (2022–2023).
• Named the NATS TTBB Eastern Region Winner (2021) and performed in Rochester Lyric Opera's production of Die Fledermaus (2021).

Choral & Instrumental Performer at Ogdensburg High School & Community Ensembles (2016 – 2020)

• Performed with the Select Choir, All County Select Jazz Band, and the St. Lawrence All County Select Choir.

Laborer & Student Crew Supervisor (Streets) at Department of Public Works (DPW) (2021 – Present)

• Supervise, schedule, and assemble daily project crews composed of seasonal college employees.
• Manage municipal infrastructure tasks including street milling, concrete sidewalk installation, painting, plowing, and maintenance support at the Ogdensburg Water Treatment Plant.

Student Patrol Officer at Nazareth University Campus Safety (2022 – Present)

• Respond to campus emergency calls, conduct building inspections, test and maintain emergency blue light networks, and lead fire extinguisher safety audits.

Chapter Vice President (2021–2022) • Member at American Choral Directors Association (ACDA) (2020 – Present)

Crew Member at Lowe's Home Improvement (2020 – 2020)

Spring 2020

• Trained onboarding personnel, managed inventory workflows, and prioritized client satisfaction in a fast-paced environment.

Bachelor of Music in Music Education & Performance (Major: Voice) – Nazareth College School of Music (2024-05)

Regents Diploma • National Honor Society – Ogdensburg Free Academy High School (2020-06)