Jeffrey Long

Experience

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  Ephrata School District 165

  Sept 1995 - Jun 2004

  Teacher Assistant

  • Provided administrative assistance to the choir teacher in event planning, record keeping, data entry and budgeting. • Provided Piano Accompaniment to over 100 students at Northwest Music Educators' Regional and State Vocal Competitions • Taught students all aspects of music technology, from live performance to recording• Co-produced 5 Chamber Choir and Vocal Jazz Ensemble CD's involving mobile recording, editing audio, final mixing and coordinating with the manufacturer• Chief audio technician for over 10 annual classical, jazz, and pop concerts. • Orchestrated high school music productions of West Side Story, The Music Man, Fiddler on the Roof, and Oklahoma using computer-based symphonic software• Sound design for annual high school musicals and plays. Show less

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  Various School Districts

  Aug 2007 - Jun 2008

  Music Teacher

  • Taught integrated music lessons incorporating hands-on learning and multimedia• Utilized ongoing informal and formal assessment to measure effectiveness of teaching and optimize student learning• Produced an elementary winter holiday concert. Including musically preparing students, coordinating with building staff, promoting and directing the event.

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  Various school districts

  Sept 2008 - Jun 2009

  Teacher

  • Worked alongside a teaching team to provide High School, Middle School and Elementary Education instruction in a one-room classroom• Established rapport with students and families from a different cultural origin by creating a positive and respectful environment and encouraging dialogue through regular communication.

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  Various School Districts

  Sept 2009 - Jan 2010

  Music Teacher

  • Planned events for the high school band’s involvement in community activities such as the parade, football and basketball games. This included rehearsing, scheduling, transportation and providing supervision. • Taught integrated music lessons incorporating hands-on learning, multimedia and music theory• Utilized ongoing informal and formal assessment to measure the effectiveness of my teaching and optimize student learning, adapting instruction when needed.

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  Jeffrey Long Studios

  Jan 2010 - Jan 2017

  Piano Teacher and Musician

  • Designed curriculum to meet the needs of students with learning disabilities including autism, and ADHD. • Designed and maintained a WordPress website to promote my business• Implemented social media marketing campaigns to promote my business and secure clients• Performed at special events, weddings, and nonprofit organization fundraisers

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  Zigzag Studios

  May 2010 - now

  Content Marketing and Social Media Manager

  Content Marketing and Social Media Manager at Zigzag Studios, where I co-founded and grew the Zigzag Along newsletter to 130 subscribers with a 48% open rate. I create diverse content aligned with our overall content strategy, including written articles, copywriting, audio recordings, and visual elements. I also manage social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram) to promote the newsletter, engage with audiences, and foster brand awareness. Additionally, I develop and execute successful Facebook ad campaigns to expand the newsletter's reach and attract new subscribers. Show less

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  Various School Districts

  Jan 2015 - Jan 2016

  • Taught informative, persuasive and creative writing

  • Substitute Teacher - K-12 - All subjects

    Jan 2007 - Jan 2016

  • High School English Teacher

    Jan 2015 - May 2015
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  Wahluke School District

  Jan 2019 - Jun 2022

  At Wahluke School District, I designed and taught engaging STEM lessons, incorporating hands-on learning and multimedia elements to enhance student engagement and understanding. I fostered a thriving online community by adapting Google Classroom into a social media-like hub for student interaction and Q&A, demonstrating my ability to build and manage online communities. I also led professional development sessions, training fellow teachers on effective teaching strategies and technology integration. Additionally, I secured over $2,300 in funding for classroom technology through successful DonorsChoose campaigns, utilizing grant writing, direct email, and social media outreach. I consistently demonstrated strong communication and collaboration skills, effectively interacting with parents, staff, and vendors through various channels. Furthermore, I provided leadership to the Professional Learning Community, successfully managing projects and ensuring their completion, even in a fully remote environment. Show less

  • 4th Grade Teacher - All subjects

    Jan 2016 - Jun 2022

  • Professional Learning Community Facilitator

    Jan 2019 - Jan 2021

  • First-year-teacher Mentor

    Jan 2019 - Jan 2020
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  Zigzag Academy

  Jun 2022 - now

  Certified Online Teacher & Coach

  • Expert placement in Zearn, the top-rated math learning platform• Provide daily blended learning assignments and mastery-based learning pathways administered through Google Classroom• Ongoing student evaluation through IXL and Zearn data analysis

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  Bansko Nomad Fest

  Jun 2023 - Jul 2023

  Sound Technician