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Mark Knowles

Summary

Dynamic Music Teacher and Band Director with a proven track record at ACEA, specializing in music theory and ensemble direction. Excelled in fostering student talents through innovative concerts and engaging music activities. Renowned for verbal communication skills and achievements, including representing Guyana at ICFWW and excelling at the Carifta Games 2023.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Music Teacher

ACEA
Sands Hill
08.2018 - Current
  • Organized successful concerts and recitals, showcasing students'' talents and hard work.
  • Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
  • Incorporated creative activities into lessons to engage students and spark interest in music.
  • Enhanced students'' understanding of music theory through engaging activities and exercises.

Band Director

ACEA
08.2018 - Current
  • Promoted teamwork within ensembles leading to improved collaboration between sections during performances.
  • Provided constructive feedback during rehearsals, helping students grow as musicians and performers.
  • Inventoried, maintained, repaired, and purchased new instruments and gear for department.
  • Monitored student progress based on detailed weekly lesson plans and assessments.
  • Experiences and Accolades
  • ICFWW represent Guyana (2021-2024)
  • Carifta Games 2023
  • National arts winner in high school Pop Band and Choir 2023
  • 2nd in Junior Junkanoo with St.Johns School

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Music

Missouri Southern State University
Joplin, Missouri
05-2018

Associate of Arts - Music

Neo A&M College
Miami, OK
05-2015

Skills

  • Music theory
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Music technology integration
  • Ensemble direction
  • The Bahamas National Symphony Ochestra
  • Jam Seesion Band
  • Encore Band

Timeline

Music Teacher

ACEA
08.2018 - Current

Band Director

ACEA
08.2018 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Music

Missouri Southern State University

Associate of Arts - Music

Neo A&M College
Mark Knowles