Music Educator & Multi-Instrument Instructor

Xavier Kennerly

Waldorf, MD 301-***-**** *********@*****.***

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Dedicated music educator and multi-instrumentalist with experience in instrumental instruction, music theory, private lessons, and ensemble leadership. Skilled in lesson planning, classroom management, and helping students build confidence, technique, and performance readiness. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Westlake High School — Instrumental Music Teacher Aug 2024–Jun 2025

• Designed and delivered instrumental lessons that supported growth in technique, music literacy, and ensemble performance.

• Built a structured classroom environment that encouraged practice habits, discipline, and musical confidence.

Westlake High School — Drumline/Marching Band Instructor Aug 2024–Jun 2025

• Led drumline and marching band rehearsals that strengthened timing, technique, and ensemble coordination.

• Prepared students for performances by reinforcing precision, consistency, and strong rehearsal discipline.

Accelerando Music — Private Music Instructor Nov 2025–Present

• Delivered individualized instruction across strings, winds, piano, and drums for students of varying ages and skill levels.

• Helped students build confidence and progress through personalized practice strategies and goal-oriented feedback.

Music Theory Tutor 2021–Present

• Provided targeted support in notation, rhythm, ear training, and analysis for students at different experience levels.

• Customized tutoring sessions to support coursework, performance preparation, and musicianship development.

Performance Experience 2019–Present

• Performed in high-visibility musical settings requiring preparation, consistency, and strong ensemble awareness.

• Applied real-world performance experience to teaching by modeling discipline, rehearsal habits, and stage readiness.

CORE SKILLS

Instrumental music instruction • Music theory and fundamentals • Lesson planning and individualized instruction • Rehearsal leadership and ensemble direction • Classroom management • Student engagement and relationship building • Multi-instrument proficiency: winds, percussion, piano, and orchestra

EDUCATION

Grambling State University — Dec. 2026

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