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