Resume
Experience
2024 - 2025
DIRECTOR OF INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC - AVALON SCHOOL
Long Beach Unified School District
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Designed sequenced learning experiences aligned to learner needs, growth data, and organizational priorities.
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Built structured learning pathways and instructional supports to strengthen skill development and engagement.
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Applied culturally responsive strategies to expand access and participation.
2021 - 2024
DIRECTOR OF MUSIC & ELECTIVES DEPARTMENT CHAIR - LOCKE COLLEGE PREPARATORY ACADEMY
Green Dot Public Schools
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Led curriculum revision and instructional planning across electives to improve alignment, quality, and learner engagement.
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Coached educators and facilitated professional development on curriculum, engagement strategies, and equity-centered instruction.
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Managed department operations (scheduling, documentation, budgeting, and evaluation) to strengthen consistency and execution.
2020 - 2021
BAND DIRECTOR - NOGALES HIGH SCHOOL
Rowland Unified School District
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Adapted curriculum and instructional materials for remote and hybrid learning to ensure continuity and accessibility.
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Streamlined instructional workflows to align with district requirements and operational protocols.
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Built student leadership structures to support peer-led learning and collaboration.
2018 - 2020
BAND DIRECTOR - JOHN ADAMS MIDDLE SCHOOL
Albuquerque Public Schools
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Adapted curriculum materials and pacing guides to meet the needs of diverse learner groups.
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Designed assessment systems to measure progress and guide instructional adjustments.
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Built documentation and resource-management systems to improve program continuity and consistency.
Education
2024 - 2025
CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, DOMINGUEZ HILLS
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Specialization in Charter and Autonomous Schools
Master of Arts in School Leadership
Carson, California
1984 - 1990
NEW MEXICO STATE UNIVERSITY - MAIN CAMPUS
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Specialization in Instrumental Music Education
Bachelor of Arts in Music Education
Las Cruces, New Mexico
Professional Skillsets
Core Competencies
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Instructional Design (ADDIE, SAM)
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eLearning Development & Storyboarding
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Adult Learning Theory
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Curriculum & Content Adaptation
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Assessment & Evaluation
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LMS (SCORM)
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Facilitation (ILT/VILT) & Onboarding
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Technical & Instructional Documentation
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Multimedia Production
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Process Improvement
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Performance Support
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Cross-Functional Collaboration