- 6750 Cindy Lane Ÿ Xxxxxx, XXXXXX xxxxxx ( (xxx-xxx-xxxx * abc@xyz.com

Dear Hiring Manager,

        In response to a job vacancy posting for the position of ___________________, I am pleased to tender my application to become part of your faculty. My resum is attached for your review and consideration.

What I offer is my Master s degree in Education Administration and baccalaureate degree in Music Education with more than 26 years providing high-performance faculty administration, music and performing arts education, and campus operations support in the academe. I am currently with Summer Creek High School in Xxxxxx, XXXXXX as its Director of Bands & Fine Arts Department Chairperson following a tenure at Spring Woods High School as Director of Bands. For more details, please take a moment to go through my resum .

In leveraging my management competencies in providing administrative and creative direction in the music and performing arts for the 6^th to 12^th grades, I also bring to the table my personal strengths that include a passion for molding young minds and hearts for a sustainable career in the creative arts. Along the way, I have also proven my interpersonal communication skills that help build relationships with students, faculty and industry professionals so vital in building a satisfying learning and teaching experience while building a solid reputation in the community.

I am confident that my education, experience, and personal strengths offer the right mix of qualifications with which I can help achieve your objectives as part of your team. Should you need further clarification, or would prefer to schedule an interview, please do not hesitate to reach me through my phone or email address indicated in the heading. Thank you for considering me, and I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Sincerely,

MICHAEL HOLT

Attachment: Resum

- 6750 Cindy Lane Ÿ Xxxxxx, XXXXXX xxxxxx ( (xxx-xxx-xxxx * abc@xyz.com

Music Teacher Chair/Director of Fine Arts Department

Qualifications Profile

    Self-assured, dynamic, and results-driven professional with more than 22 years providing high-performance faculty administration, music and performing arts education, and campus operations support in the academe.

-    Strong dedication to providing direction and administrative support in managing programs that build and sustain musical talent and artistry in High School bands and community performing arts.

-    Detail-oriented, analytical and methodical with critical thinking to resolve leadership and work issues that sustain management excellence in all areas of music and arts education.

    Well-organized with multitasking and prioritization skills that optimize resources to achieve outstanding results.

    Strong people management and interpersonal communication skills that inspire confidence across diverse ethnicities.

Key Expertise

    Music & Arts Curriculum Planning & Execution

    Faculty Administration

    Operations Management

    Music Band & Choir Management

    Relationship Management (Students, Faculty, & the Public)

    Fiscal & Budget Administration

    Staff Supervision & Training

    Musical Instruments Inventory Management

    Scholastic Records Management

Professional Experience

    Develop and manage a successful band program, administering UIL Sweepstakes Band program, enabling the Marching Band to place 6th in UIL Area F Finals (2013), and the Symphonic Band placing 4th in TMEA Area Honor Band competition.

    Oversee instrument and equipment inventory for band, choir, orchestra, theatre, and dance, developing and executing systems for inventory management.

    Collaborate with the Middle School Band Director to develop a comprehensive curriculum for instrumental music instruction for grades 6-12 while facilitating operations of the Fine Arts Department.

    Provided strategic and creative direction in leading and managing a department of 6 educators, an Assistant Band Director, 4 Middle School Band Directors, and a Color Guard Director.

    Planned and executed a Smart Music in-service to all music educators and a records management in-service to dance teachers in Spring Branch ISD.

    Organized and presided over 5 Leadership team meetings and presentations in place of the Fine Arts Director.

    Developed and presented annual budget proposals, staffing proposals, and 5-year plans for performing arts to Waller ISD s school board, securing approvals that enabled the school to achieve a strong reputation as a leader in the music and arts education.

    Served as the district liaison in building of new fine arts facilities, and managed the district budget for band and choir for 6^th -12^th grade students

    Led and management operations of a department consisting of a team of educators, an Assistant Band Director, several Middle School Band Directors, and a Color Guard Director.

Stockdale ISD Stockdale, XXXXXX Band Director 1995 1996

Nimitz Middle School, North East ISD San Antonio, XXXXXX Assistant Band Director 1994 1995

Education & Credentials

    M.Ed. Education Administration, LAMAR UNIVERSITY Beaumont, XXXXXX (2013)

    B.M. Music Education, SAM XXXXXX STATE UNIVERSITY Huntsville, XXXXXX (1994)

Professional Training & Certifications

    Principal Certificate EC-12, Xxxxxx

    Teacher Certificate All Level Music, K-12, Xxxxxx

Professional Affiliations

    Xxxxxx Music Educators Association (1993 present); Music Region 27 Vice-President (2006 2008)

    Xxxxxx Band Masters Association (1993 present)

    Xxxxxx Music Adjudicators Association (2001 present)