Jonathan Sarmiento
Brampton,Ontario
Summary
At Brampton School of Music, I excelled as a Piano Instructor, leveraging adaptability and strong improvisation skills to enhance students' musicianship, culminating in successful recital performances. My approach, blending excellent communication with innovative teaching methods, significantly fostered students' progress and engagement, demonstrating a commitment to high-quality music education.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Piano Instructor
Brampton School of Music
06.2013 - Current
- Arranged lessons to accommodate each student's unique goals and interests.
- Conducted individual and group music lessons lasting from 30 to 60 minutes each.
- Communicated regularly with parents to provide information about children's progress and challenges.
- Established strong music foundation with students by incorporating basic music theory into weekly lessons.
- Developed musical instruction with goal of end-of-term recital performance.
- Worked with students to sharpen sight-reading, memorization and improvisation piano techniques.
- Increased student performance levels by implementing effective practice techniques and strategies.
- Implemented innovative practice tools such as metronomes and rhythm exercises to improve overall musicianship among students.
- Fostered a positive learning environment for students by creating engaging activities and maintaining open communication with parents.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and provided regular feedback for continuous improvement.
- Provided constructive feedback during lessons to guide students towards reaching their full potential as pianists.
- Adapted teaching methods to accommodate students with diverse learning abilities and styles, ensuring progress at their own pace.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Music
Tyndale University
05-2025
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Music
York University
Toronto, ON11-2019
Minor in English - English
York University
Toronto11-2019
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- Time management skills
- Active listening
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Strong improvisation
- Excellent communication
- Adaptive teaching methods
- Composition guidance
- Pedagogical approaches
- Student accommodation
- Positive learning process
- Creativity and artistic expression
Accomplishments
- Studied Classical Piano past the Grade 9 RCM level and did a bit of Grade 10
- Studied how to play Jazz Piano during my time at York University
- Was a Music Director at Peel International Baptist Church where I helped organize band music and performances
- Volunteer as a choir pianist for multiple places such as Bramelea Baptist Church, Morton Way Public School, Springdale Elementary School
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
Royal Conservatory of Music Grade 9
Interests
- Music
- Volleyball
- Video Gaming
- Streaming Online (under an alias)
Timeline
Piano Instructor
Brampton School of Music
06.2013 - Current
Royal Conservatory of Music Grade 9
Bachelor of Education - Music
Tyndale University
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Music
York University
Minor in English - English
York University
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