Summary
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Education
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Jalil Thompkins

Savannah

Summary

Passionate and adaptable leader in music education with experience in homework assistance and fostering critical thinking. Skilled in music instruction, lesson planning, and classroom management for grades K-12. Committed to using positive reinforcement to create an engaging and nurturing atmosphere for children's development.

Work History

After-School Program Leader

passion 2 pay
Columbia
11.2024 - 05.2025
  • Assisted children with homework to enhance understanding and academic performance.
  • Facilitated engaging activities that promoted critical thinking skills.
  • Taught them how to read music, and demonstrated what each note sounds like.
  • Prepared and served nutritious meals to support children's health during dinner hour.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Music

Benedict College
Columbia, SC
05-2026

Skills

  • Music instruction
  • Lesson planning
  • Classroom management
  • Child engagement
  • Homework assistance
  • Team collaboration
  • Critical thinking
  • Facilitate positive reinforcement

Languages

French
Limited

Accomplishments

  • Deans List Recipient 2023-2026
  • Most Effective Leader Award 2024-2025
  • The Golden Sunshine Spirit Award 2024-2025/ 2025-2026
  • The Best All Around Male Award 2025-2026

Affiliations

  • South Carolina Music Educators Association (SCMEA) 2026-present
  • National Association for Music Educators (NafME) 2026-present
  • Kappa Kappa Psi National Honorary Band Fraternity, Inc. 2024-present
  • Audition Monitor, SCBDA Region 5 Honor Band Auditions 2026-present
  • Southeast District Convention 2025 & 2026

Timeline

After-School Program Leader

passion 2 pay
11.2024 - 05.2025

Bachelor of Arts - Music

Benedict College
Jalil Thompkins