Liam Kiernan

I am a newly certified educator that strives to create a positive culture in the music classroom that values excellence. I aim to give students an inclusive space that welcomes all backgrounds and skill levels. I hold students to high standards to develop healthy musical and behavioral habits.

With a variety of teaching experiences, I am adept at both lesson planning and the improvisatory approach that ensemble music sometimes needs. I am a lifelong learner, dedicated to growing as an educator alongside colleagues and students.

Student Teacher at Centaurus High School (2026-03 – 2026-05)

Worked with Aaron Vogelsberg

• Taught jazz band, symphonic band, and percussion class
• Prepared a piece for state contest with the advanced wind ensemble
• Took students to the CBA State Festival and UNC Jazz Festival
• Traveled to three elementary schools to teach 5th grade band

Student Teacher at Mandalay Middle School (2026-01 – 2026-03)

Worked with Cameron Gelak

• Taught six ensemble classes, covering various levels of band and orchestra students
• Took students on various field trips to local music events

Woodwind Caption Head at Centaurus High School Marching Band (2024-06 – 2025-10)

• Taught the woodwind section in various rehearsals and competitions in the 2024 and 2025 marching seasons
• Wrote curriculum including monthly content objectives, a warmup packet, and written procedures and expectations
• Oversaw a team of woodwind technicians and coordinated with other caption heads
• Assisted with logistical coordination and bus trips

Overnight Councilor at CU Summer Music Academy (2025-06 – 2025-06)

• Ran clarinet sectionals
• Oversaw activities and room checks

Conductor and Sectional Coach at CU Middle School Ensemble (2023-01 – 2025-12)

• Taught middle school students in a once a week extracurricular rehearsal
• Taught sectionals with clarinets (2023), saxophones (2024), and cellos (2025)

Bachelor's of Music Education in Music Education – University of Colorado Boulder (2026-05)