Dana Nix

Experience

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  Wharton Institute for the Performing Arts

  Sept 2019 - Sept 2021

  Director of Winds, Brass, and Percussion

  - Oversee Band Site curriculum, tweak as needed in conjunction w/ PMP Director of Education. - Recruit new students and community partners.- Cultivate relationships with students, students families, and community partners. - Create and maintain Band Site schedule.- Maintain instrument inventory, coordinate student instrument assignments, and instrument repairs.- Contribute to PMP leadership team regarding strategic planning and program policies.- Contribute to the creation and development of PMP initiatives and events.- In collaboration with PMP Leadership Team, create and design annual PMP programming including the hiring of guest artists and professional development opportunities. Show less

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  Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation

  Dec 2019 - now

  Independent Consultant, Rater

  - Assist in the implementation of a New Jersey-based El Sistema research project- Document the impact of El Sistema programs in NJ- Score and rate 60 Individual Musical Assessments, and 30 Individuals in the Ensemble Assessments- Through journaling, document stories of student growth and program impact throughout the year - Participate in Rater Meetings

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  PATERSON PUBLIC SCHOOLS

  Sept 2021 - Jun 2022

  Instrumental Music Teacher

  - Provides learning experiences and teaches the course of study prescribed by the District approved curriculum. - Instructs pupils in instrumental music. Prepares lesson plans and establishes course goals.- Provides individual and group instruction designed and differentiated to meet individual needs and motivate students. Instruction and activities for students meets school/district policies, goals, and objectives.- Establishes and maintains standards of student engagement required to achieve effective participation in all activities.- Observes and evaluates pupils' work to determine student progress, or to make suggestions for improvement.- Cooperates in school-wide supervision of students during out-of-classroom activities including field trips to concerts, performances, or other activities.- Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, mindset, and learning challenges.- Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and captivating performances such as Hispanic Heritage Month Show, Holiday Show, Black History Month Show, and Spring Musical.- Maintains professional competence through in-service education opportunities.- Selects and requisitions instructional materials; maintains inventory records.- Participates in faculty and/or district committees and the sponsorship of student activities.- Performs other related work as required. Show less

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  Wharton Institute for the Performing Arts

  Aug 2022 - Dec 2022

  Interim Director of Student Services

  • Develop and maintain relationships with new and current families, including scheduling,registration, and recruitment. Provide guidance and support as needed.• Supervises faculty duties and facilities, including scheduling, recruitment, and payments.• Collaborates with staff and families in developing and implementing all programming atWharton Arts Performing Arts School.• Distribute necessary announcements and notifications for faculty, students, and families.• Manage student and family information, payments, invoices, payment plans, enrollments,courses through Vanco ASAP platform.• Performs other related duties as assigned Show less

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  DG Music, LLC

  Jan 2023 - now

  Business Owner