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Julian Ruiz

Julian Ruiz

Aurora

Summary

Experienced teacher who prioritizes relationship building, clear goals, action plans, and measurable assessment. I'm a calm, kind, and caring persons who loves music and teaching.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clarinet & Saxophone Private Teacher

Allegro Music
01.2024 - Current
  • Maintain a thriving clarinet and saxophone private lessons studio where I work with students of all different ages, backgrounds, and goals.
  • Use my educational experiences and trainings in order to deliver the highest quality lessons.
  • Provide excellent results and service to students and their families by closely tracking goals, progress, and opportunities for performance through self organized recitals.

Substitute Teacher

Cherry Creek and Aurora Public School Districts
01.2023 - Current
  • Substitute Teaching for band programs in Aurora Public Schools, Cherry Creek, Jefferson County, and Adams 12 school districts.
  • Many band instructors reach out and directly request me for substitute needs.

Teacher & Counselor

Rocky Ridge Music Center
06.2019 - 06.2022
  • Summer orchestra festival teacher and counselor for three seasons.
  • Wide scope of work such as music teacher, librarian, event organizer, performance assistance, and handyman.
  • Counselor duties include caring for kids, ensuring they are safe, ready to learn, and having fun.

Clarinetist

Colorado Wind Ensemble
08.2024 - Current
  • Being a clarinetist in CWE keeps my skills fresh with demanding repertoire that includes a wide variety of music from standards, new compositions, movie music, and more.

Freelance Performance

Self
01.2018 - Current
  • Whether it’s a self organized recital with my students or a professional opportunity, I am always seeking opportunities to perform
  • Recent performances (within 2yrs) include concerts with the Longmont Symphony, the CU Boulder Clarinet Studio at ClarinetFest 2023, self organized recitals at Allegro Music, Rocky Ridge College Intensive Summer Festival 2023.

Education

Bachelor of Music - Clarinet Performance

University of Colorado Boulder
01.2022

Bachelor of Music Education - Instrumental Band

University of Colorado Boulder
01.2022

High School Diploma -

Overland High School
06-2017

Skills

  • Lesson planning
  • Student assessment
  • Educational technology
  • Curriculum development
  • Classroom management
  • Adaptable teaching
  • Relationship building
  • Virtual and In-person Teaching

Certification

Music K-12 Teacher License: Valid Through 1.24.2026

Timeline

Clarinetist

Colorado Wind Ensemble
08.2024 - Current

Clarinet & Saxophone Private Teacher

Allegro Music
01.2024 - Current

Substitute Teacher

Cherry Creek and Aurora Public School Districts
01.2023 - Current

Teacher & Counselor

Rocky Ridge Music Center
06.2019 - 06.2022

Freelance Performance

Self
01.2018 - Current

Bachelor of Music Education - Instrumental Band

University of Colorado Boulder

Music K-12 Teacher License: Valid Through 1.24.2026

Bachelor of Music - Clarinet Performance

University of Colorado Boulder

High School Diploma -

Overland High School
Julian Ruiz