Violin Educator and Orchestra Director
Resume:
Katherine F Wyatt
*** ************ ******, ****** ***** NJ 08244
Cell: 609-***-**** – **********@*****.***
Summary
Accomplished music educator, violinist, and scholar with over a decade of experience designing and sustaining high-quality string and ensemble programs. Recognized for innovative musicianship instruction, inclusive teaching practices, and collaborative leadership across school communities. Brings a strong record of cultural responsive teaching, ensemble management, and student-centered focus. Relevant Skill Sets
String & Ensemble Program Development Project-Based, Collaborative, & Democratic Learning Violin Performance & Pedagogy STEAM Integration in Music Instruction Individual, Small Group, & Large Ensemble Instruction IEP / 504 Awareness & Student Accommodations Authentic Musicianship & Real-World Music Skills Multiple Instructional Modalities & Differentiation Socioemotional and Diversity Centered Connecting Mental, Physical, & Musical Processes Performance Preparation & Ensemble Management Community-Centered & Cross-Stakeholder Collaboration Professional Experience
Fernwood & Alder Middle School, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 2018-Present
*Orchestra Director
● Conducts school orchestra of grades 6th-8th.
● Started a Symphonic Ensemble that plays with other ensembles of the music department.
● Established a functioning music library system that will be used district wide.
● Founded a Fiddle Club that performs on and off school campus.
● Hosts Elementary Honors Festival and plans events that hold 17 other school districts.
● Received school award in recognition as a driven, friendly, creative and inspirational team member of the school.
Performing Arts Consultants, Brick Township, NJ 2026-Present
*Adjudicator
● Adjudicate country wide middle and high school level ensemble, evaluating performance quality, ensemble cohesion, and musicianship using established criteria.
● Provide detailed written and verbal feedback to directors and students to support instructional growth and ensemble development.
● Support the development of school music programs through mentorship, consultation, and event-based evaluation.
Cygnus Arts Community Center, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 2022-Present
*Coaches students of all ages in individual lessons and chamber groups.
● Strings specialist who works with students of all ages and levels.
● Founded Cygnus String Ensemble which plays around the community
● Teaches Stockton students who need strings methods course
● Collaborates with colleagues for performances and rehearsals
● Has worked with Stockton students to help with strings methods Atlantic Youth Orchestra, Prep Orchestra Conductor, Linwood, NJ 2017- 2022
*Conducts the prep orchestra from elementary to high school.
● Teach students about large ensemble presence and understanding of parts.
● Students perfect in lesson technique and apply these skills to group playing.
● Guides beginner musicians to advanced level for the advanced ensemble. Hambros House of Music, Strings Instructor, Northfield, NJ 2015- 2022
*Teaches string technique to students of all ages, background and ability.
● Instruct pupils in technical studies and expand musical knowledge.
● Distinguish musicianship skills that further students as solo and ensemble performers.
● Incorporates pop culture, historical and relevant content in all lessons.
● Takes students from beginner to college audition ready. Samuel Mickle/Jeffrey Clark Elementary Schools, East Greenwich, NJ. 2016-2018
*Strings Teacher
*Responsible for teaching 2nd-6th Grade String Students in small and large group.
● Doubled string program enrollment from 80 to 160+ students.
● Founded a Strings Club for 4th-6th grade students. (24 participants)
● Increased performance opportunities from two per calendar year to six. Resonance School of Music, Strings Director / Instructor 2012, Sewell, NJ 2012-2019
*Coaches students of all ages in individual lessons and chamber groups.
● Takes students from beginner to college audition ready.
● Wrote curriculum for general music students three years old to six years old.
● Founded Resonance String Ensemble and continues to coach larger ensembles as well as one on one lessons.
● Performs as recording artist for recording studio. Tech Coordinator, Rowan After Hours, Glassboro, NJ 2012-2015
*Overall responsibility for heavy tech setups for concerts and other life events.
● Teach students tech skills and tech equipment for live events.
● Supervise and fifteen to twenty student workers each weekend.
● Promote a fun and friendly atmosphere for thousands of college students.
● Proficient with sound, light boards and various equipment. Education
Rowan University, Glassboro NJ, 08028
Doctorate of Educational Leadership, P-12 (2026)
*Invited into the Golden Key Honors Society
*Research poster winner, 2025
Kent State University, Kent Ohio, 44240
Masters of Music Education, String Instrumental & General Music (2019)
*Invited into the Golden Key Honors Society
Rowan University, Glassboro NJ, 08028
Bachelor of Arts: Education (K-12 certified) 2015
Bachelor of Arts: Music (Instrumental: Violin) 2015 Professional Performance Experiences
Nashvegas Girls (Present)
● Performs with Beth Tinnon, rock & roll, country, electric fiddle Atlantic City Freelance Performer (Present)
● Performs with groups such as Emo Orchestra with Hawthorne Heights & other famous groups
● Various country rock bands and nightlife settings Kimmel Center Performance (2025)
● Played cello in the Kimmel center with the Atlantic Pops Community Band Lifetime Channel (2020)
● Appeared on national television performing on solo violin for Kristina and Keith’s wedding. Mariachi Band (2018)
● Performed holiday mass at Our Lady Star of the Sea Church with local musician Diego Ramirez. Performed at Carnegie Hall (2018)
● Played with Atlantic Pops Community Band.
Recording Musician (2017-Present)
● Studio Musician, played in multiple tracks for singer and songwriter, Matt Schwartzer as a solo violinist.
Commercial Appearance, Jewelry Store Marketing (2016)
● Played violin for proposal that was filmed in Margate, NJ and later appeared on television in a commercial
Violinist / Cellist, Atlantic Pops Community Band (2015-Present)
● Plays as the only violinist in the community band. Will recruit more string players into this group in the future for more playing opportunities.
Pit Musician (2015- Present)
● Hired by Ocean City High School as a solo and ensemble pit musician for school productions.
● Hired by Mainland Regional High School as a solo and ensemble pit musician for school productions.
● Hired by Margate Players as pit violinist.
Ingloda: The Possession Within (2013)
● Soundtrack musician.
Orvieto (Italy) Festival of Strings. (2011 & 2013)
● Solo, Chamber and Orchestral performances in Italy in Spain.
● Solo performed in Orvieto’s oldest cathedral.
● Accompanied world renowned violinist, Lenuta Ciulei in the Vivaldi Four Seasons Concerto.
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