School Assistant

Paul F. LaPilusa

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Sparta, New Jersey 07871

Home Phone: 973-***-****

Cell Phone: 973-***-****

E-mail: **********@*****.***

I am a professional musician/vocalist in New Jersey with over 30 years of experience in the industry. I also have extensive experience in education and management. I am a dynamic, personable, self-motivating professional with strong communication and leadership skills, and a passion for quality service. I am devoted to providing excellent results in various music genres and styles to meet the needs of all constituents.

I have worked with a great number of outstanding artists ranging from local musicians to world renowned professionals. My reputation reflects my passion for quality, resulting in consistent call backs.

My areas of expertise include: performance, arranging, composing, producing, management and education.

EXPERIENCE

2017-Present

Sussex County Community College, Newton, NJ

Music & Education Instructor

Adjunct Professor

oHistory of Rock and Roll

oElectronic Music

oEducation for Success

Sussex County Community College Advisory Board

oRoundtable discussions focusing on music program enhancement and development

oImplement new clubs and programs to promote new music offerings

2011-Present

LaPilusa Enterprises, LLC

Music

Professional Musician

oRecording, Arranging, Performing

oSaxophone and Vocals

Facilitated Varied Music Requests

oRecruit, hire, develop, supervise, manage musicians for various projects both live and studio recordings/ performances

oSet up specific goals & objectives to manage overall project workflow

oProvide insightful and targeted feedback on projects (in cooperation with producers and directors) to ensure consistent delivery of high quality performances

2008-Present

Various NJ School Districts

Education

Professional Educational Consultant

oThis position provides oversight for schools in the following areas: PARCC Training, school improvement, teacher motivation & training, community and overall academic and cultural enhancement.

Private Tutor

oProvided individual and small group instruction facilitating personal and academic growth.

2006-2008

Middlesex County Vocational & Technical High School,

East Brunswick Campus, East Brunswick, NJ

Principal

This position provided leadership and managerial oversight to the instructional program and school operations.

Duties include, but are not limited to, the following areas:

Managed staff of over 100

Managed budget of $8.75 million

Responsible for school campus, in excess of 76 acres

Successfully reduced student discipline issues by 28%

Increased instructional effectiveness resulting in successful passing of the HSPA – two consecutive years, all 41/41 indicators achieved

Highlights of this position include:

oResponsible for the leadership in school-level planning for improvement of instruction

oEstablished and maintained an effective learning climate in the school

oParticipated in the development, evaluation and revision of curriculum

oSupervised the recruitment and selection of students for admission

oAssisted in the selection of staff and assigns, supervises and evaluates all school employees

oConducted observations and evaluations of instructional and support staff

oSuccessfully coordinated parent and community activities

2005-2006

Warren County Technical High School, Washington, NJ

Assistant Principal/Director of Curriculum and Instruction

This position was created by the elimination of two administrative positions – Assistant Principal and Curriculum Coordinator. Currently part of a three person administrative team, covering all aspects of Superintendent, Business Administrator/Board Secretary, Principal, Assistant Principal, Director of Student Services.

Other administrative duties include, but are not limited to, the following areas:

prepare communications with Board of Freeholders, Boards of Education, community and parents

work with the administration, Boards of Education and the Board of Freeholders, to develop and implement tuition process and procedures

work closely with all aspects of the Special Services Department

work in conjunction with the School Resource Trooper to reduce violence, vandalism and criminal activity

responsible for the creation and completion of the “Tech House Restaurant”, a new Culinary Academy Restaurant

responsible for establishing new and maintaining all college/university articulation agreements

created and developed all aspects, including curricula, scheduling & budgeting, of the new Business Management Career Academy

responsible for teacher classroom/shop observations

responsible for supervising the CIE Coordinator, which also includes Night School, Adult Education, ESL, & GED

responsible for the interview, hire and support of new staff

Served on and performed the duties of Chairman, on the following school committees: Middle States Accreditation for Growth Committee, State Monitoring Committee, Professional Development Committee, Curriculum Committee, Attendance Appeal Committee and Health & Safety Committee.

Currently holding the following school positions: Tech Prep Coordinator, Character Education Coordinator, Affirmative Action Officer and Administrative representative for the PTA

Technical Preparation Grant Coordinator-Responsibilities included, but are not limited to the following areas:

responsible for the complete management and supervision of all funds, programs, acquisitions and purchases

responsible for the preparation of State Monitoring of the Tech Prep Grant

responsible for hiring, supervising, mentoring, curricula and observing staff for new career academy

responsible for the budgeting and purchasing of technology, textbooks, supplies and materials for new career academy

responsible for the budgeting, public relations, marketing, recruiting of students, hiring and observation of staff, scheduling of classes, coordination of transportation, maintenance of articulation agreements with colleges and purchase of technology, textbooks, supplies and materials for the “Twilight Program”

2003-2005

Marion P. Thomas Charter School, Newark, NJ

Principal/Director of Curriculum and Instruction

The primary focus of this position is to overhaul and create the entire curricula and instructional practices within this K-8 setting. This position also includes creating a climate in which all instructional personnel work cooperatively to increase student achievement. Accountable for the duties of principal when lead person is not present. Administrative duties include, but are not limited to, the following areas: professional development, scheduling, budget, instructional practices, mentoring, hiring, and testing. Other responsibilities are centered on student discipline and interventions, as well as peer mediation/resolution. Also, established and implemented innovative technological and community programs such as data-driven instruction and service learning initiatives.

Served on, and performed duties of Chairman, on the following school committees: Professional Development, Strategic Planning, Technology, and Parent/Teacher Organization. Also participating on the following school board committees: Personnel, Curriculum, and Facilities.

2002-2003

Attending School/Stay-at-home Dad

Resigned from last position in order to continue education / raise children.

2000-2002

Wanaque Board of Education, Wanaque, NJ

Supervisor/Teacher

Recruited for this position due to my experience in developing successful music programs. Responsibilities included supervision of the choral and instrumental music programs, curriculum and staff, student scheduling, as well as presenting, and representing, the music program before the Board of Education. Accountable for the department budget, preparation and management. Also heavily involved in related community programs.

This position was responsible for the total coordination, planning, and development of curriculum for: Instrumental Music, General Music, Concert Band, Jazz Band, and applied instrumental lessons. This position involved the development and implementation of music curricula for grades 4 through 8.

1999-2000

South Bound Brook Board of Education, South Bound Brook, NJ

Teacher, Instrumental and General Music

Recruited for this position due to my experience in developing successful music programs. Responsibilities included supervision of the choral and instrumental music programs, curriculum and staff, student scheduling, as well as presenting, and representing, the music program before the Board of Education. Accountable for the department budget, preparation and management.

This position was responsible for the development of curriculum for: Instrumental Music, General Music, Concert Band, Jazz Band, and applied instrumental lessons. Involvement includes the curricula for grades 5 through 8.

1998-1999

Silver Burdett Ginn, Parsippany, NJ

Senior Editor, Music

A senior editorial team position accountable for the design, content and budget of music education textbooks, grades K-8, specifically grades 6, 7, and 8.

1987-1997

Ridgefield Park Board of Education, Ridgefield Park, NJ

Director of Music Programs/High School Band Director

Responsibilities included: supervision and evaluation of music and choral department staff; instructional leadership; curriculum development, implementation and evaluation; selection of faculty; budget preparation and management; student scheduling and staff development. Also heavily involved in related community activities.

This position was accountable for the total coordination, planning, and development of curricula for: Concert Band, Jazz Band, Chorus, Music Theory, Composition, General Music, and applied instrumental lessons. Involvement included kindergarten through high school curricula.

1994-1995

Middlesex County College, Edison, NJ

Adjunct Professor, Music Theory

Responsible for the instruction of Beginning Music Theory for both music majors and non-music majors.

EDUCATION

Degrees

Master of Arts, Administration and Supervision, 2003 Montclair State University

Dean’s List Montclair, NJ

Master of Arts, Music, 2001 New York University

Dean’s List New York City

Bachelor of Arts, Music, 1986 Jersey City State College

Dean’s List Jersey City, NJ

Bachelor of Arts, Business Administration, 1982 Rutgers University

Dean’s List Newark, NJ

4-Year Whitehall Foundation Scholarship Recipient

Certifications

School Administrator, Certificate of Eligibility; 2003 Montclair State University

Montclair, NJ

School Business Administrator, Certificate of Eligibility, 2003 Rutgers University

Newark, NJ

Principal, Certificate, 2008 Montclair State University

Montclair, NJ

Supervisor Certificate, 2001 Montclair State University

Montclair, NJ

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

Alpha Epsilon Lambda, the Honor Society of Graduate and Professional Students

American Association of School Administrators

Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development

Big Apple Educators Group

Education Bill Group Members

Educational Leadership Group

International Jazz Educators Association

K12 International Academy

Music Educators National Conference

National Association of Elementary School Principals

National Association of Secondary School Principals

National Register’s WHO’S WHO in Executives and Professionals

New Jersey Language Arts Leadership Association

New Jersey Principals and Supervisors Association

NJ Association of School Administrators

NJ School Boards Association

Phi Delta Kappa

Principals and Teachers Network Group

School Principals Network Group

Sons of the American Legion

Technology in Education Group Members

The Charter School Leadership Institute

United Way

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