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Mike S

@mikes1

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Experienced music educator and virtual instructor focused on student success.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek teaching roles that allow me to deliver engaging music and social studies instruction, develop curriculum, and support student growth in collaborative, student-centered schools.

I am an experienced music educator and virtual instructor with a strong background in classroom and online teaching, curriculum development, and ensemble direction. I hold a Bachelor's in Music Education (Cum Laude) and multiple state teaching certifications in Social Studies and Music.

Throughout my career I have led band and music programs at middle and charter schools, taught private lessons, and performed and led sections in the US Army Reserve 319th Army Band. I have experience supervising students, and delivering instruction both in-person and virtually.

I strive to create engaging, standards-aligned learning experiences, support student growth through clear communication and assessment, and contribute reliably to collaborative educational teams.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Virtual Instructor

Current

Imagine Learning / Edgenuity

Jul 2020 - Present (5 years 3 months)

Deliver virtual instruction for Social Studies and Music, grading assignments, holding weekly student communications and scheduled office hours to support learning outcomes.

Grading Educational Technology Classroom Management

Music Teacher

A+ Music Studio

Aug 2013 - Aug 2014 (1 year)

Taught private drum lessons at company studio, developing students' technique and performance skills through individualized instruction.

Drum Instruction Lesson planning Music Performance

Delivery Driver

Lowe's Home Improvement

Apr 2012 - Aug 2013 (1 year 4 months)

Delivered appliances and construction materials using 26ft box trucks, led on-site delivery teams and performed receiving/warehouse duties to ensure timely and accurate deliveries.

Commercial Driving Team Leadership Forklift Receiving Customer Service Route Planning

Police Officer

Melbourne Police Department

Aug 2011 - Dec 2011 (4 months)

Performed sworn law enforcement duties during field training, including patrol, incident response and enforcement under supervision to meet public safety objectives.

Law Enforcement Patrol Incident Response Public Safety Report Writing

Security Guard

Titan Security

May 2011 - Aug 2011 (3 months)

Conducted guard house and roving patrol duties at a retirement community, performed room checks and shift handovers across day and midnight shifts to maintain resident safety.

Access Control Resident Checks Observational Skills

Band Director

Palm Beach County School District

Aug 2009 - Oct 2010 (1 year 2 months)

Directed band and general music at HL Watkins Middle School, led drumline and organized student field trips to develop musical skills and ensemble performance.

Band Direction Music Education Drumline Coordination Lesson planning Student Leadership Ensemble Conducting

Sergeant, Instrumentalist

US Army Reserve 319th Army Band

Nov 2001 - Nov 2009 (8 years)

Performed on saxophone and drums for ceremonies and concerts, served as duty sergeant and assistant squad leader, and led sectional rehearsals to maintain unit readiness.

Saxophone Drums Military Band Performance Leadership Rehearsal Direction Ceremonial Support

Lead Music Teacher

Roosevelt Children's Academy

Aug 2007 - Jun 2009 (1 year 10 months)

Led K–8 music program, developed curriculum, managed instrument procurement within budget, and taught general music classes to improve student musical literacy.

Curriculum Development Budgeting Procurement Classroom Management Educational Assessment

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Palm Beach State College

Technical or Occupational Certificate, Law Enforcement

Grade: 93/100

Completed police academy training and obtained FDLE certification as a law enforcement officer; earned a technical/occupational certificate in Law Enforcement with a GPA of 93/100.