Blake Busch Email & Phone Number

Indiana, United States

MSD Washington Township Teacher of the Year | Washington Township Schools, Indianapolis, IN 2019-2020 School Year•Developed and executed an intense performing arts curriculum for elementary (K-5) students which included: Singing, theater games, ballroom dance (2nd-5th grade), instrumental music (African percussion/ drums, boomwhackers, piano/ keyboarding), rhythmic literacy, notation, and music history •Created an after-school performance group for 1st-5th grade student volunteers, which involved intense small group instruction at least twice a week for an hour; performed school’s first “Holiday Cabaret”•Communicated, organized, and worked closely with all staff and student families to maintain positive and informative relationships

Indianapolis, In

Teacher of the Year | 2017-2018 School YearHighly Effective Teacher | 2018 & 2019 School YearsK-5 Orton Gillingham (OG) Interventionist | 2018-2019 School Year •Envisioned and piloted an eclectic music program for elementary (K-5) students•Progress monitored daily K-5 instruction, as well as administered and proctored state and local assessments•Coordinated school’s Black History Wax Museum (100% engagement from all 97 participating students), Fall Festival (“Boo Bash”), “Christmas Cabaret”, “Once On This Island” 3rd-5th grade musical, and first ever elementary Show Choir for 3rd-5th grade studentsCoordinator, School Community PartnershipsJanuary 2016 – June 2019•Established and maintained relationships with 8 community partners who provided cross-curricular, differentiated arts education to students•Acted as a liaison between partner leaders/ instructors and school •Created schedules, dissected and provided feedback to outside curriculums, and facilitated sessionsChair, School’s Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) July 2018 – June 2019•Worked with school leaders to establish a positive behavioral supports system to provide appropriate learning and behavioral incentives for students•Acquired and distributed materials used within PBIS system to students at specific times throughout year

Indianapolis, Indiana Area

•Took phone intakes and completed interviews for diverse homeless families in extreme poverty, low-socio-economic, crime, and trauma-induced situations•Taught life skills classes to patrons ages 18 and up

Indiana, United States

•Envisioned and developed multiple summer arts—music, dance, theater, visual arts—camps for diverse populations in Indiana•Served as a recruiter for faculty and staff•Coordinated and implemented various curriculums, schedules, and recitals that aligned with each camp theme •Taught vocal music and improvisation, theater, and dance

Franklin Township Middle School East

-Designed, coordinated, and executed the logistical functions of a middle school choral festival for 6th grade students in the Franklin Township school district-Taught vocal warm-ups, stretches, and vocal technique; conducted miscellaneous teaching and administrative duties-Provided direction for three choral directors, as well as several parent and staff volunteers-Acted as a liaison between choral directors, volunteers, students, and audience members -Executed detail-oriented tasks, as well as miscellaneous job duties required to make the festival run smoothly

Indiana, United States

•Designed, coordinated, and executed the logistical functions of a vocal jazz festival for 12 high schools in Indiana•Served as a vocal clinician and performance specialist to various ensembles

Indianapolis, Indiana Area

Conducted phone and face-to-face interviews with prospective students to determine their educational needs, concerns, and interests; actively participated in recruiting events such as, but not limited to Orientation and Registration day and promotional activities; generated referral business to maintain company goals; closely assisted and mentored prospective students through the admissions process; maintained communication with students, faculty, and administration ensuring compliance with company policies, procedures, laws, and regulations; provided great customer and sales service to any and all prospective students

Indianapolis, Indiana Area

Endeavored to instill an atmosphere of fair and competitive goodwill by understanding, demonstrating and enforcing the rules of the game for girls’ softball, Little League and senior level baseball

Indianapolis, Indiana Area

Created and executed lesson plans adhering to the music department’s mission the Indiana state standards; conducted vocal, dance, technical rehearsals in preparation for show choir competitions; taught improvisation, music history, private voice lessons, solo and ensemble pieces; worked with faculty and staff in preparation for marching and concert band performances; developed calendars, schedules, and itineraries relating to both short and long term goals of specific ensembles

Indianapolis, Indiana Area; Princeton, Indiana Area

Designed and taught choreography to students for the musicals, “Grease” and “Oklahoma”; conducted vocal exercises, and instructed proper stage performance techniques. Several students who had never participated in musicals in prior years were excited to be part of these dancing casts

Indianapolis, Indiana Area

Envisioned and developed a summer vocal jazz camp for middle and high school students; recruited faculty and student staff; provided marketing suggestions; managed registration; acted as parent liaison; supervised miscellaneous logistical areas

Indianapolis, Indiana Area, Hong Kong, China

Organized, designed, coordinated, and executed an international collegiate vocal jazz tour for 14 plus singers, musicians, and staff members; corresponded with multiple overseas liasons to fulfill the expectations for a successful jazz tour; collected proper documentation and travelling materials from members, families, and required officials; gave lectures on travelling "Dos" and "Don'ts" with parents, teachers, administrators, and chaperones; wrote and e-mailed detailed packing lists, event itineraries, and financial considerations for all those involved; while overseas, I was responsible for all participants, adhering to the intinerary, and on-call 24/7 for any emergency or incident; performed in the group, as well as taught vocal jazz techniques at various schools in Hong Kong

Indianapolis, Indiana Area

Executed a variety of duties prior to, during and following professional productions; managed crowd control; helped to impart a safe and secure venue atmosphere; provided instruction to patrons, volunteers and staff, and acted as valet for celebrities as necessary

Indianapolis, Indiana Area

Ensured client satisfaction through attention to food preparation and distribution details; responsible for set-up/tear-down tasks; communicated with client throughout event to achieve successful results

Indiana, United States

•Worked alongside officials at the Hong Kong Institute of Education to plan a 2-week music tour for 14 college students and three staff members•Served as liaison between students and faculty by supplying timelines, agenda logistics, and necessary requirements for international travel

Indianapolis, Indiana Area

Customer service point of contact; prepared foods and beverages; maintained positive workplace environment, and hauled products and equipment

Indianapolis, Indiana Area

Protected swimmers; assured safe and friendly surroundings

Indianapolis, Indiana Area

Provided customer service by assisting with purchase selections, answering questions, and creating an atmosphere of pleasantness and efficiency

Bachelor'S Degree, Arts Administration (Music Concentration), 3.8 Gpa

Activities and Societies: Butler Community Arts School, Clowes Memorial Hall Staff, Vocal Jazz Choir, International Tour Planner.

High School Diploma

Activities and Societies: Honors Band (clarinet, alto clarinet, bass clarinet, marching snare drum), Connections Show Choir (baritone/.