Jill Brown

Experience

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  Chicago Trax Recording Studio

  Aug 1999 - Apr 2001

  Studio Manager

  Assisted in the development of an internship program for young engineers and production assistants. Created a budget and accounting system for an in-house rental company. Assisted in the hiring process and trained new staff members in scheduling and client support. Generated invoices and receipts for services provided by the studio. Performed a quarterly inventory of studio equipment for assessment of condition and quality.

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  Fantasy Recording Studio

  Jun 2001 - Dec 2004

  Account/Office Manager

  Responsible for hiring engineers, creative and technical staff for recording sessions. Purchased new equipment, ordering repairs, and established a schedule for regular maintenance. Coordinated scheduling with high-end clients for use of studio space and equipment. Monitored multiple projects including outside vendors, production schedules, and individual client needs. Participated in marketing strategies to encourage new client base as well as maintaining relationships with existing ones. Reconciled invoices with clients/vendors and oversaw all accounting operations. Show less

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  P.S. 197, John B. Russwurm School

  Aug 2006 - Jul 2008

  2nd and 3rd Grade Teacher

  Assisted staff committees in developing appropriate Individualized Education Plans and management strategies. Coordinated and corresponded with teachers’ aides, administrators, social workers and parents to evaluate and tailor programs to meet each child’s needs and abilities. Maintained accurate student records and reports based on district policies and regulations. Acquired donations for a school-wide listening center, including forty new printers, to provide support for a growing number of English Language Learners. Instructed children on basic development skills including goal setting and self-advocacy. Show less

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  Community Partnership Charter School

  Aug 2008 - Jul 2011

  Music and 1st Grade Teacher

  Analyzed school-wide data identifying areas of need for staff and individual students. Participated in district planning to ensure quality and consistency in the development and implementation of assigned curriculum and programs. Worked collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams and settings to provide direct support to the teachers and improve student achievement. Established a drumming curriculum funded by community grants featuring 5th and 6th grade students accompanied by guest artists from around the world. Directed and promoted seasonal performances by means of community advertisements, the recruitment of parent volunteers, and partnerships with local vendors. Show less

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  Dwight Global Online School

  Jul 2023 - now

  Director of Events

  Supervised and instructed 280 students, addressing individual needs and learning styles. Maintained professional and confidential communication with administrators, faculty and staff. Developed and administered projects and assessments compliant with state standards; analyzed and applied new plans for improvement. Researched and implemented programs with Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center to connect students to New York City’s diverse musical community. Participated monthly in professional development and conferences across the country for staff development. Show less