EXPERIENCE


Education

Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP), Indiana, PA

B.S.Ed, Music Education; BFA, Music Performance

Minor, cello performance

OPIc Certificate of Proficiency, Spanish Language

GPA 3.97, Dean’s List 8/8 Semesters

Certification

Pennsylvania Certification Music PK-12

Anticipated upon approval by the Pennsylvania Board of Education

Please contact me with any questions regarding my pending certification or to obtain a copy of an official recommendation letter from my education program (Act 36 Letter).

Field Experience

Pre-Student Teaching

Fall 2022- Bethel Park School District, Neil Armstrong Middle School

Mr. Jeffrey Knell, mentor teacher

Band 4th-6th Grade, 4th-5th Grade Instrumental Group Lessons

Spring 2023- Trinity Area School District, Trinity Area High School

Mr. Matthew Komula, mentor teacher

Choir 9th-12th Grade, Music Technology, Jazz Band

Student Teaching- Spring 2024

Kiski Area School District, Kiski Area East & South Primary Schools

Mr. Gregory Lutz, mentor teacher

K-4th Grade General Music

Greensburg Salem School District, Greensburg Salem Middle & High Schools

Mrs. Jaime West, mentor teacher

Band 6th-12th Grade, 6th-8th Grade Instrumental Group Lessons, 7th-8th Grade Music Technology, 6th Grade General Music

Music Experience & Notable Performances

Elemental Saxophone Quartet, Fall 2022 - Present

Performance, U.S. Navy Band Saxophone Symposium - Spring 2024

Performance, U.S. Navy Band Saxophone Symposium - Spring 2023

World Premiere, Lambent (Mantini) - Fall 2023

World Premiere, Fuchsia Dream (Opalinski) - Fall 2022

IUP Wind Ensemble, Spring 2021 - Fall 2023

Featured Soloist, Come Sunday (Thomas) - Spring 2022

World Premiere, Concerto for Woodwind Quintet and Wind Ensemble (Galbraith) - Spring 2022

World Premiere, Concerto for Tuba and Wind Ensemble (Yurko) - Fall 2021

IUP Saxophone Ensemble, Fall 2020 - Fall 2023

Arranged multiple pieces to be performed by the IUP Saxophone Ensemble and Saxophone Quartets - Please see my Portfolio for audio/video examples!

IUP Advanced Jazz Ensemble, Fall 2021 - Fall 2023

Featured Soloist, Moanin’ (Mingus) - Spring 2023

IUP “The Legend” Marching Band, Fall 2021 - Fall 2023

Recruitment/Outreach Coordinator - Spring 2023 - Fall 2023

Head Band Manager - Fall 2023

Saxophone Section Leader - Fall 2022

IUP Symphony Orchestra, Fall 2020 - Spring 2022

IUP University Chorus, Fall 2020 - Spring 2022

Teaching Experience

Private Saxophone Instructor, IUP Community Music School, Fall 2022 - Present

  • Teaching private lessons to students of all ages (youth and adult) at the beginner-intermediate level

  • Creating and executing unique lesson plans to promote students’ continued growth as a musician.

  • Troubleshooting instrument issues and performing minor woodwind repairs.

  • Communicating with students and parents about lesson times, schedule changes, and practice routines.

  • Working together with students to achieve their personal musical goals.

Volunteer, Escola Bilíngue America (Brasil), Fall 2015 - Present

  • Advise on and develop English-learning activities for native Portuguese (Brazil) speakers

  • Create video lessons for use in English learning classes in Brazil

  • Cultural education and personal interaction for Brazilian exchange students in the United States

Volunteer, IUP Summer Music Camp, Summer 2022 & 2023

  • Daytime and nighttime duties supervising students

  • Rehearsing and performing with chamber ensembles featuring students

  • Organizing student activities

  • Maintaining a social media presence for the camp

Volunteer, Holy Rosary Parish Religious Education, Fall 2015- Spring 2020

  • Develop and carry out lesson plans during school year

  • Work one-on-one with disabled students

  • Encourage community involvement

  • Organize and carry out fundraisers, charity drives, and community programs

  • Assist with summer religious education programs

Activities, Organizations, & Awards

Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Zeta Tau Chapter, Spring 2021 - Present

Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia is a Men’s National Music Fraternity dedicated to performing service acts in local music communities and to the advancement of music in America.

Music Director, Spring 2021 - Fall 2021

Treasurer, Fall 2021 - Fall 2022

Secretary, Fall 2022 - Fall 2023

IUP Campus Interfraternal Music Council, Fall 2022 - Fall 2023

The IUP CIMC is a committee consisting of student leaders in the Music Department. CIMC’s mission is to organize community events, fundraisers, and philanthropy events, and to advocate for students’ needs in the IUP Music Department.

Secretary, Fall 2022 - Fall 2023

Pennsylvania Collegiate Music Educator’s Association (PCMEA), IUP Chapter, Fall 2020 - Present

PCMEA is the Collegiate branch of the Pennsylvania Music Educator’s Association. PCMEA chapters hold meetings and professional development workshops for Music Education students throughout the year and enable their members to attend the annual PMEA In-Service Conference for additional professional development and networking opportunities.

Vice-President, Fall 2021 - Fall 2023

Promising Scholars Program (IUP), Fall 2020 - Present

The Promising Scholars Program is a scholarship-based program at IUP for Black and Latino students who are dedicated to high academic achievement.

Esperanza Infinity Award (IUP), Fall 2023

The Esperanza Infinity Award is a scholarship awarded to Latino students who display high academic achievement and is awarded at the recommendation of faculty.

John Philip Sousa Award (Canon-McMillan High School), Spring 2020

The John Philip Sousa Award recognizes high school seniors who have displayed high achievement and leadership in music-related subjects. This award is given at the recommendation of both peers and faculty.

Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia, Zeta Tau Chapter, ca. Spring 2022
IUP Summer Music camp, summer 2022

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Video & Audio Editing Software

    • Adobe Products, Audacity, iMovie, Garage Band

  • Photo Editing Software

  • Microsoft Office & Google Suite

    • Spreadsheet software

    • Word/Docs

  • Playing & Teaching Wind and String Instruments

    • Primary: Saxophone

    • Secondary: Clarinet, Cello

    • Keyboard skills

  • Spanish & Portuguese Language

  • Personal Qualities

    • Energetic

    • Enthusiastic

    • Helpful

    • Dedicated

    • Passionate

    • Hardworking

    • Care for Students & Community