Job Search Status
Open to workDesired start date: Immediately
Desired Job Title
Guitar InstructorBanjo InstructorWork Type
Contract WorkPart TimeLocation Preference
HybridLocation: VANCOUVER, BC, CA
Open to relocation: No
Open To Work
Jesse Burch
VANCOUVER,BC
Work Preference
Summary
Experienced with teaching guitar techniques and music theory in structured yet flexible manner. Utilizes creative lesson plans to engage students of all skill levels and foster their musical growth. Strong understanding of adapting teaching methods to suit individual needs, ensuring consistent improvement and enthusiasm.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Guitar Instructor
Long and Mquade
09.2021 - 08.2025
- Developed lesson plans tailored to individual student needs and learning styles.
- Instructed students in guitar and Banjo techniques, music theory, and performance skills.
- Specialized in song writing and recording
Guitar Instructor
Self-employeed
01.2005 - 01.2020
- Instructed students in guitar techniques, music theory, and performance skills.
- Facilitated engaging group classes to promote collaboration and musical growth.
- Assisted students in preparing for auditions, recitals, and performances, resulting in successful showcases of their talents.
- Weekend Jam classes working on original music and studio recording
Education
Certificate of Music - Music
Douglas College
New WestminsterSkills
- Live performance experience
- Lesson planning
- One-on-one instruction
- Recording techniques
- Ear training
- Acoustic guitar expertise
- Country guitar techniques
- Guitar setup expertise
- Electric guitar proficiency
- 5 String Banjo
- Strumming patterns
Accomplishments
Original compositions for Television such as CTV Sullivans Crossing and Netflix's Virgin River
Portfolio of 18 songs sync licensed to Television
New Horizon Award BCCMA 2017
Country Club act of the year Award BCCMA 2018
PNE Showcase showdown winner 2008
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Guitar Instructor
Long and Mquade
09.2021 - 08.2025
Guitar Instructor
Self-employeed
01.2005 - 01.2020
Certificate of Music - Music
Douglas College