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Ricardo Forges

Charlotte

Summary

Dynamic educator with a positive attitude and effective communication skills, experienced as a Teacher's Assistant at Northwest School Of The Arts. Successfully promoted a collaborative learning environment and enhanced music education for grades 6-12. Known for a calm demeanor and strong interpersonal skills, ensuring student safety and engagement in all activities.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher's Assistant

Northwest School Of The Arts
09.2023 - 06.2024
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on the latest teaching trends and methodologies, enhancing overall effectiveness as an educator.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining open lines of communication with students, parents, and staff.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices, resulting in consistent teaching approaches across multiple classrooms.
  • Ensured the safety of all students by adhering strictly to school policies regarding proper supervision during class times as well as extracurricular activities.
  • Assisted in music education for grades 6-12.
  • Assisted in 1 on 1 instrumental performance coaching.

Volunteer

Jerusalem Baptist Church
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Assisted with special events and programs.
  • Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
  • Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
  • Soup kitchen Assistant.
  • Food preparation, and customer service.

Education

Music Performance

Northwest School of The Arts
Charlotte

Bachelor of Arts - Jazz Studies

North Carolina Central University
Durham, NC
05-2028

Skills

  • Positive attitude
  • Effective communication
  • Calm and patient demeanor
  • Computer skills
  • Excellent youth communicator

Affiliations

  • Jazz Arts Charlotte

Languages

Spanish
Limited Working
Haitian Creole
Elementary

Interests

  • I thoroughly enjoy teaching music to new, budding musicians
  • Literature
  • Youth Development Programs
  • Exploring various forms of art, such as Jazz music, Photography, and Digital production, to nurture creativity and personal growth

Timeline

Teacher's Assistant

Northwest School Of The Arts
09.2023 - 06.2024

Volunteer

Jerusalem Baptist Church
01.2017 - 01.2019

Music Performance

Northwest School of The Arts

Bachelor of Arts - Jazz Studies

North Carolina Central University
Ricardo Forges