Gary Jack
Elon,NC
Summary
Dynamic music educator with a proven track record at Alamance Burlington School System, skilled in music theory and performance direction. Expert in enhancing student learning through tailored instruction and innovative lesson plans. Passionate about fostering a collaborative environment, mentoring diverse students, and preparing them for successful performances. Proficient in saxophone and guitar.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Music Techer
Alamance Burlington School System
01.2025 - Current
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
- Mentored struggling students with individualized approach to enhance learning.
- Planned and executed targeted lesson plans to instruct on music theory, music history, and performance etiquette.
- Utilized current technology and interactive teaching methods to enhance student engagement.
- Assessed student performance and provided constructive feedback to guide progress.
- Taught curriculum enhanced lesson plans to educate students about fundamentals and history of music.
- Tailored instruction to meet individual student needs and cultivated inclusive learning environment.
- Incorporated creative activities into lessons to engage students and spark interest in music.
- Mentored students of different ages and backgrounds in music theory, composition and performance.
- Communicated with parents to maintain regular communication about student progress and any concerns.
- Provided feedback and grades to provide regular feedback on student progress and assigned grades based on performance.
- Provided extra help and support to offer additional support to struggling students and encourage success in art subjects.
- Held afterschool meetings and rehearsals in preparation for shows.
- Fostered love for art and learning to inspire students to pursue passions and interests.
- Managed classroom behavior to establish and maintain clear classroom behavior and discipline expectations.
- Used technology in classrooms to integrate technology and multimedia tools into art lessons and enhance student learning.
- Planned and delivered lessons to teach classes in arts to engage and educate students.
- Supervised students during rehearsals to provide direction to students during practice sessions.
- Scheduled shows and performances in accordance with school calendar.
- Attended department meetings and collaborated with other fine arts teachers.
- Assessed student learning to evaluate student learning and progress through tests, performances and portfolios.
- Adapted instruction to meet individual student needs to differentiate instruction to meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Gathered display materials and distributed programs for shows and performances.
- Incorporated student interests and experiences to make learning relevant and meaningful.
- Attended concerts and performances to support students and arts community.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments to foster positive classrooms that support student growth and learning.
- Taught curriculum enhanced lesson plans to educate students about fundamentals and history of music.
- Encouraged social interaction and collaboration among students to foster camaraderie and teamwork.
Music Teacher
Pittsylvania County Schools
08.2018 - 12.2024
- Taught curriculum enhanced lesson plans to educate students about fundamentals and history of music.
- Sponsored student fine arts clubs, attending club meetings and events.
- Evaluated and graded students' class work, performances, projects, assignments and papers.
- Collaborated with community arts organizations to bring real-world experiences into classrooms and provide students with opportunities for learning and growth.
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
- Mentored struggling students with individualized approach to enhance learning.
- Planned and executed targeted lesson plans to instruct on music theory, music history, and performance etiquette.
- Utilized current technology and interactive teaching methods to enhance student engagement.
- Assessed student performance and provided constructive feedback to guide progress.
- Tailored instruction to meet individual student needs and cultivated inclusive learning environment.
- Incorporated creative activities into lessons to engage students and spark interest in music.
- Mentored students of different ages and backgrounds in music theory, composition and performance.
- Communicated with parents to maintain regular communication about student progress and any concerns.
- Provided feedback and grades to provide regular feedback on student progress and assigned grades based on performance.
- Provided extra help and support to offer additional support to struggling students and encourage success in art subjects.
- Held afterschool meetings and rehearsals in preparation for shows.
- Fostered love for art and learning to inspire students to pursue passions and interests.
- Managed classroom behavior to establish and maintain clear classroom behavior and discipline expectations.
- Used technology in classrooms to integrate technology and multimedia tools into art lessons and enhance student learning.
- Planned and delivered lessons to teach classes in arts to engage and educate students.
- Scheduled shows and performances in accordance with school calendar.
- Supervised students during rehearsals to provide direction to students during practice sessions.
- Attended department meetings and collaborated with other fine arts teachers.
- Assessed student learning to evaluate student learning and progress through tests, performances and portfolios.
- Adapted instruction to meet individual student needs to differentiate instruction to meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Gathered display materials and distributed programs for shows and performances.
- Incorporated student interests and experiences to make learning relevant and meaningful.
- Attended concerts and performances to support students and arts community.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments to foster positive classrooms that support student growth and learning.
- Encouraged social interaction and collaboration among students to foster camaraderie and teamwork.
Music Teacher
Danville Public Schools
08.2005 - 07.2018
- Taught curriculum enhanced lesson plans to educate students about fundamentals and history of music.
- Sponsored student fine arts clubs, attending club meetings and events.
- Evaluated and graded students' class work, performances, projects, assignments and papers.
- Collaborated with community arts organizations to bring real-world experiences into classrooms and provide students with opportunities for learning and growth.
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
- Mentored struggling students with individualized approach to enhance learning.
- Planned and executed targeted lesson plans to instruct on music theory, music history, and performance etiquette.
- Utilized current technology and interactive teaching methods to enhance student engagement.
- Assessed student performance and provided constructive feedback to guide progress.
- Tailored instruction to meet individual student needs and cultivated inclusive learning environment.
- Incorporated creative activities into lessons to engage students and spark interest in music.
- Mentored students of different ages and backgrounds in music theory, composition and performance.
- Communicated with parents to maintain regular communication about student progress and any concerns.
- Provided feedback and grades to provide regular feedback on student progress and assigned grades based on performance.
- Provided extra help and support to offer additional support to struggling students and encourage success in art subjects.
- Held afterschool meetings and rehearsals in preparation for shows.
- Fostered love for art and learning to inspire students to pursue passions and interests.
- Managed classroom behavior to establish and maintain clear classroom behavior and discipline expectations.
- Used technology in classrooms to integrate technology and multimedia tools into art lessons and enhance student learning.
- Planned and delivered lessons to teach classes in arts to engage and educate students.
- Scheduled shows and performances in accordance with school calendar.
- Supervised students during rehearsals to provide direction to students during practice sessions.
- Attended department meetings and collaborated with other fine arts teachers.
- Assessed student learning to evaluate student learning and progress through tests, performances and portfolios.
- Adapted instruction to meet individual student needs to differentiate instruction to meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Gathered display materials and distributed programs for shows and performances.
- Incorporated student interests and experiences to make learning relevant and meaningful.
- Attended concerts and performances to support students and arts community.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments to foster positive classrooms that support student growth and learning.
- Encouraged social interaction and collaboration among students to foster camaraderie and teamwork.
Education
Master of Science - Music Curriculum And Instruction
Longwood University
Farmville, VA06-2009
Bachelors of Music Education - Saxophone
Longwood University
Farmville, VA12-2004
Skills
- Rehearsals
- Learning enhancement
- Vocal techniques
- Performance direction
- Classroom management
- Proficient in saxophone, guitar, and some piano
- Music theory
- Group and individual instruction
- Program development
- Performance preparation
- Musical instruction
- Faculty collaboration
- Instrumental instruction
Accomplishments
- Increased student participation in the arts by engaging everyone in the process.
- Oversaw 6 musical performances each year in grades K-5 (Grandparents Day, Halloween, Veterans Day, Christmas/Winter, Black History, Spring, and sometimes Graduation Celebrations for 5th Grade.
Certification
K-12 General and Instrumental Music Post Graduate Professional License
Timeline
Music Techer
Alamance Burlington School System
01.2025 - Current
Music Teacher
Pittsylvania County Schools
08.2018 - 12.2024
Music Teacher
Danville Public Schools
08.2005 - 07.2018
Master of Science - Music Curriculum And Instruction
Longwood University
Bachelors of Music Education - Saxophone
Longwood University
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