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PATIL KHAJARIAN

PATIL KHAJARIAN

Dubai

Summary

Enthusiastic and hardworking professional Armenian music teacher, UAE golden visa holder, and a master's degree candidate in Event Management. Bringing 15 years' experience in education, over 8 years' experience in music education in Dubai (primary, secondary), over 10 years' experience in teaching Music Theory and Ear Training, as well as orchestra and choir conducting experience. Skilled at working with young and adolescent children, a team player who collaborates effectively with others, and equipped with excellent communication and personal computing skills. Proficient in uncovering and adopting successful teaching methods and technologies, with expertise in adapting plans to suit diverse student learning styles.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Specialist Music Educator

Kings' Al Barsha school (British curriculum)
08.2023 - Current
  • Provided in-depth demonstrations on how to play instruments using basic principles and fundamentals of music.
  • Used multimedia equipment, laptop and music software to play different kinds of music, analysing notes, style and beats.
  • Conduced regular student meetings to discuss musical developments, areas for improvement and successes.
  • Taught piano, guitar and voice lessons to increase interest in music and enhance talents of students.
  • Equipped students with musical training to prepare for school concerts and events.
  • Assessed student styles to determine individuals best and most talented musical techniques.
  • Conducted evaluations to measure student progress and performance, providing extra coaching for improvement.
  • Formulated and submitted reports to management, highlighting student abilities, performance and progress.
  • Created tailored teaching plans to fit music goals, current progress and improvements required for students.
  • Oversaw calendar to organise rehearsals and performance schedules, requesting complete attendance from students.
  • Planned and created innovative teaching material to use in music theory lessons.
  • Customised music lessons to teach basic and advance levels, challenging students to maximise potential.
  • Encouraged students to participate in music clubs to develop craft and connect with peers.

Head of Music

Newlands school (British curriculum)
09.2021 - 07.2023

- Organized events and concerts such as "UAE national day, music concerts, talent show..."

- Implemented improvements to better the behavior of the class and individual students.

- Set and marked assessments in line with the curriculum requirements to challenge and engage students.

- Implemented effective student behavior management consistent with the school's strategic plan.

- Evaluated students' academic progress, liaising with parents and caregivers to report observations and ensure cohesive learning environments between home and school.

- Built positive relationships with parents to involve them in the educational process.

- Taught students to play simple instruments such as recorders, keyboards and percussion instruments.
- Taught students the basics elements of music.
- Helped students to improve their vocal techniques and skills through
performance, memorization and reading of music.
- Taught the students the basics of music theory and exposed them to different musical styles.
- Kept classroom clean, organized and safe for students and visitors.

Primary School Music Teacher

Bright learners private school (American)
08.2020 - 08.2022
  • Taught students to play simple instruments such as recorders, keyboards and percussion instruments.
  • Taught students the basics elements of music.
  • Helped students to improve their vocal techniques and skills through performance, memorization and reading of music.
  • Taught the students the basics of music theory and exposed them to different musical styles.
  • Implemented improvements to better the behaviour of the class and individual students.
  • Set and marked assessments in line with the curriculum requirements to challenge and engage students.
  • Implement effective student behaviour management consistent with the school's strategic plan.
  • Evaluated students' academic progress, liaising with parents and caregivers to report observations and ensure cohesive learning environments between home and school.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve them in the educational process.
  • Kept classroom clean, organised and safe for students and visitors.

Primary, secondary and high school music teacher

International school of arts and sciences.
03.2015 - 07.2020
  • Taught students to play simple instruments such as recorders, keyboards and percussion instruments.
  • Helped students to prepare for the ABRSM music theory exams.
  • Taught students the basics elements of music.
  • Helped students to improve their vocal techniques and skills through performance, memorization and reading of music.
  • Taught the students the basics of music theory and exposed them to different musical styles.
  • Planned and organized extra curricular activities such as choir, orchestra, music theory and composition.
  • Implemented improvements to better the behaviour of the class and individual students.
  • Set and marked assessments in line with the curriculum requirements to challenge and engage students.
  • Implement effective student behaviour management consistent with the school's strategic plan.
  • Evaluated students' academic progress, liaising with parents and caregivers to report observations and ensure cohesive learning environments between home and school.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve them in the educational process.
  • Kept classroom clean, organised and safe for students and visitors.

Violinist

Tango ensemble
01.2013 - 02.2015
  • Violin Three performances at the opera house in Damascus.
  • Performed at the First Tango Festival in Damascus (2015) Violinist Syrian national Arabic orchestra.

Violin teacher

Solhi Al Wadi music school
01.2005 - 02.2015
  • Helped students to create a healthy foundation starting from beginning stages that cover the child’s setup, posture and hand techniques.
  • Taught students note reading and music theory.
  • Organized musical concerts twice a year.
  • Mentored struggling students with an individualized approach.
  • Evaluated students progress and adjust strategies to maintain growth and learning.
  • Attended training and community events to broaden expertise and help students.
  • Facilitated group sessions and provided one-on-one support.
  • Maintained daily student records and evaluated student progress.
  • Prepared students for the violin exam twice a year.

First violinist

Syrian National Symphony Orchestra (SNSO)
03.2008 - 01.2015
  • First violin player.
  • Performed with Arab and international musicians such as: Marcel Khalife, Damascus Opera House Elias Al Rahbani, Dubai / Lebanon Asi Al Halani, Baalbek Festival Al Sabbagh Brothers, Baalbek Festival.
  • Richard Clayderman, Damascus Concert master Mary orchestra for females.
  • Performed in different countries in addition to Syria such as (Beirut, Amman, Doha, Muscat, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Algeria...)
  • Performed with internationally famous conductors.
  • Participated in the International Symphonic Music Festival In Algeria with the Syrian Symphony Orchestra (2014)
  • Participated as a guest with the Algerian Symphony Orchestra at the closure of the International Symphonic Music Festival in Algeria.

Violin / music teacher

Zeryab music school
01.2008 - 01.2015
  • Helped students to create a healthy foundation starting from beginning stages that cover the child’s setup, posture and hand techniques.
  • Taught students note reading and music theory.
  • Organized musical concerts twice a year.
  • Mentored struggling students with an individualized approach.
  • Evaluated students progress and adjust strategies to maintain growth and learning.
  • Attended training and community events to broaden expertise and help students.
  • Facilitated group sessions and provided one-on-one support.
  • Maintained daily student records and evaluated student progress.
  • Prepared students for the violin exam twice a year.

Concert master of second violins.

Mary Orchestra
04.2005 - 01.2015
  • Concert master of second violin.
  • Performed in different countries in addition to Syria such as ( Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Oman ).

Violin/ music theory teacher

Al Nizam Armenian elementary school
01.2008 - 12.2012
  • Helped students to create a healthy foundation starting from beginning stages that cover the child’s setup, posture and hand techniques.
  • Taught students note reading and music theory.
  • Organized musical concerts twice a year.
  • Mentored struggling students with an individualized approach.
  • Evaluated students progress and adjust strategies to maintain growth and learning.
  • Attended training and community events to broaden expertise and help students.
  • Facilitated group sessions and provided one-on-one support.
  • Maintained daily student records and evaluated student progress.
  • Prepared students for the violin exam twice a year.

Violinist

Euro-Med orchestra
01.2008 - 12.2009

Education

Master of Arts - Creative Event Management

Falmouth University
UK
08-2025

Bachelor's degree - Music/violin

Music conservatory
08.2010

Al Maoune high school

Diploma of Higher Education - Music

Solhi Al Wadi music school
07.2005

Skills

  • Personal Computer Skills
  • Skilled at working with young and adolescent children
  • Communication Skills
  • Creative arts
  • Team collaboration
  • Friendly personality
  • Humanities
  • Relationship building
  • Behavioral improvements
  • Problem-solving
  • Visual arts
  • Activity planning
  • Organizational skills
  • Behavior management
  • Training and mentoring
  • Concert planning
  • Musical showcase directing
  • Coursework and exam marking

Accomplishments

  • Third prize winner in the International music contest-festival in Gyumri-Armenia in 2013.
  • Supervised team of 5 music teachers.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Oversaw 25 students per class.
  • Prepared over 100 students to sit for the ABRSM music theory exam.

Languages

English
Proficient
C2
Armenian
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Arabic
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Timeline

Specialist Music Educator

Kings' Al Barsha school (British curriculum)
08.2023 - Current

Head of Music

Newlands school (British curriculum)
09.2021 - 07.2023

Primary School Music Teacher

Bright learners private school (American)
08.2020 - 08.2022

Primary, secondary and high school music teacher

International school of arts and sciences.
03.2015 - 07.2020

Violinist

Tango ensemble
01.2013 - 02.2015

First violinist

Syrian National Symphony Orchestra (SNSO)
03.2008 - 01.2015

Violin/ music theory teacher

Al Nizam Armenian elementary school
01.2008 - 12.2012

Violin / music teacher

Zeryab music school
01.2008 - 01.2015

Violinist

Euro-Med orchestra
01.2008 - 12.2009

Concert master of second violins.

Mary Orchestra
04.2005 - 01.2015

Violin teacher

Solhi Al Wadi music school
01.2005 - 02.2015

Bachelor's degree - Music/violin

Music conservatory

Diploma of Higher Education - Music

Solhi Al Wadi music school

Master of Arts - Creative Event Management

Falmouth University

Al Maoune high school
PATIL KHAJARIAN