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Hi, I’m Mark A. Vialva, a passionate musician and educator with over a decade of teaching experience in secondary and higher education. I specialize in playing, instructing, and composing for a wide array of instruments including trumpet, piano, drums, flute, and more. I enjoy creating engaging lesson plans that inspire students to explore and create music while embracing collaborative and individual work.
I am proficient in various music software and technology like Microsoft Office, GarageBand, Logic Express, and Sibelius, which helps me bridge traditional and digital music education. With my background in both education and the military, I bring dedication and leadership to all my music projects and teaching engagements.
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Work Experience
Instrumental Music Teacher at Sidwell Friend School
August 1, 2019 - PresentGeneral instrumental music instruction and direction of advanced ensembles and theater pit. Responsibilities include purchasing and writing music, directing Jazz Orchestra and World Music Ensembles, maintaining music equipment, collaborating with Drama and Vocal departments, creating lesson plans, parent communication, coordinating performances, and performing various school duties.
Music Teacher at IDEA Public Charter High School
June 30, 2019 - July 11, 2025Taught Music Appreciation and Beginning Band, directed World Music Ensemble, purchased and wrote music, advised 15-20 Grade 11 students on academic and social well-being, communicated with parents, created lesson plans, coordinated performances, evaluated student performance, collaborated on interdisciplinary lessons, and performed school duties.
Music Teacher at The Park School
June 30, 2018 - July 11, 2025Utilized Orff and Kodaly approaches to teach music to grades 2, 6, 7, 8, and 9. Directed Jazz Band, managed music equipment and purchases, advised 5-6 grade 6 students, maintained parent communication, created and implemented lesson plans, coordinated and evaluated performances, collaborated on interdisciplinary lessons, and undertook various school responsibilities.
Substitute Teacher at The Park School
December 31, 2013 - July 11, 2025Substituted for grades pre-kindergarten through 9th grade, coordinated with full-time teachers on lesson plans, and incorporated personal teaching strategies to effectively deliver the curriculum.
Student Teacher at The Park School
March 31, 2013 - July 11, 2025Taught elementary and middle school music classes, accompanied choral rehearsals on piano, composed lesson plans incorporating music fundamentals and digital media, integrated English and History topics to enhance musical understanding, and adhered to national and state educational frameworks.
After School Music Teacher at Yale University
May 31, 2010 - July 11, 2025Led sectionals for beginning brass students in an after-school outreach program, supporting inner-city youth in New Haven, CT by providing music instruction as part of Yale University's community initiative.
Sergeant, Artillery Cannoneer Section Chief at United States Marine Corps
June 30, 2008 - July 11, 2025Led safe firing operations for m198 and m777 Howitzers, served on Personal Security Detachment protecting a Marine Brigadier General, and oversaw counseling, training, and welfare of junior marines. Participated in multiple training and deployments in various countries including Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Instrumental Music Teacher at Sidwell Friend School
August 1, 2019 - PresentGeneral instrumental music instruction, serving as Advanced Instrumental Director and Theater Pit Director. Responsible for purchasing and writing music, directing Jazz Orchestra and World Music Ensembles, managing school musical pit, maintaining music equipment, and collaborating with drama and vocal departments. Developed lesson plans to engage students in music creation and exploration, communicated with parents through conferences, coordinated and evaluated student performances, and performed various school duties.
Music Teacher at IDEA Public Charter High School
June 30, 2019 - July 11, 2025Taught Music Appreciation and Beginning Band. Managed music equipment, purchasing, and writing music. Directed World Music Ensemble. Served as advisor for 15-20 11th grade students, supporting their academic and social well-being. Maintained communication with parents, created engaging lesson plans, coordinated performances, evaluated student performance, performed school-related duties, and collaborated on interdisciplinary lessons.
Music Teacher at The Park School
June 30, 2018 - July 11, 2025Utilized Orff and Kodaly music education approaches to instruct students in grades 2, 6, 7, 8, and 9. Directed Jazz Band and was responsible for music equipment, purchasing, and music composition. Acted as advisor for 5-6 sixth grade students, overseeing academic and social welfare. Managed parent communication, created engaging lesson plans, coordinated student performances, evaluated student progress, and collaborated with colleagues for interdisciplinary lessons.
Substitute Teacher at The Park School
December 31, 2013 - July 11, 2025Provided instruction and classroom management for grades pre-kindergarten through 9th grade. Coordinated with teachers and incorporated personal strategies and ideas to support effective learning.
Student Teacher at The Park School
March 31, 2013 - July 11, 2025Taught elementary and middle school music, accompanied choral rehearsals on piano, and developed daily lesson plans covering music rhythms, notation, and melodies following national and state standards. Incorporated digital media and subjects like English and history to enrich musical comprehension through topics like American Jazz history.
After School Music Teacher at Yale University
May 31, 2010 - July 11, 2025Led sectionals for beginning brass students in an after-school outreach program serving inner-city youth at Lincoln-Bassett Middle School.
Sergeant, Artillery Cannoneer Section Chief at United States Marine Corps
June 30, 2008 - July 11, 2025Charged with safe firing of artillery such as m198 and m777 Howitzers. Part of personal security detachment protecting Marine Corps Brigadier General. Responsible for counseling, training, and welfare of junior marines resulting in multiple successful training and deployments including to Iraq and various other countries.
Instrumental Music Teacher at Sidwell Friend School
August 1, 2019 - PresentProvided general and advanced instrumental music instruction including directing jazz orchestra and world music ensembles, managing theater pit orchestra, and overseeing music equipment maintenance and purchasing. Collaborated with Drama and Vocal departments, created lesson plans, communicated with parents, and coordinated student performances.
Music Teacher at IDEA Public Charter High School
June 30, 2019 - July 11, 2025Taught Music Appreciation and Beginning Band, led World Music Ensemble, managed music equipment, purchased and wrote music, and served as advisor to 15-20 grade 11 students focusing on their academic and social well-being. Communicated with parents, coordinated performances, evaluated student progress, and collaborated on interdisciplinary lessons.
Music Teacher at The Park School
June 30, 2018 - July 11, 2025Taught music using Orff and Kodaly methods for grades 2, 6-9, directed Jazz Band, managed music equipment, advised students, communicated with parents, created engaging lesson plans, coordinated performances, evaluated student performance, and collaborated with colleagues on interdisciplinary projects.
Substitute Teacher at The Park School
December 31, 2013 - July 11, 2025Responsible for teaching Pre-K to 9th grade students, coordinating with regular teachers to deliver lesson plans, and incorporating innovative ideas and strategies to enhance student learning.
Student Teacher at The Park School
March 31, 2013 - July 11, 2025Taught Elementary and Middle School music, played piano accompaniment for choral rehearsals and performances, composed daily lesson plans aligned with educational framework standards, incorporated multimedia tools like YouTube and GarageBand, and integrated other subjects such as English and History to deepen musical comprehension.
After School Music Teacher at Yale University
May 31, 2010 - July 11, 2025Led sectionals for beginning brass students in an after-school outreach program serving inner-city youth at Lincoln-Bassett Middle School, facilitating music education and skill development.
Education
B.A. Music Education at Berklee College of Music
January 1, 2010 - May 1, 2013Associate Degree at Naugatuck Valley Community College
August 1, 2008 - May 31, 2010High School Diploma at Wilby High School
January 1, 2000 - June 30, 2004B.A. Music Education at Berklee College of Music
August 1, 2009 - May 31, 2013Associate Degree at Naugatuck Valley Community College
August 1, 2008 - May 31, 2010High School Diploma at Wilby High School
September 1, 2000 - June 30, 2004B.A. Music Education at Berklee College of Music
January 1, 2010 - May 31, 2013Associate Degree at Naugatuck Valley Community College
August 1, 2008 - May 31, 2010High School Diploma at Wilby High School
January 1, 2000 - June 30, 2004Qualifications
Member, National Association for Music Educators (NAFME)
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2019Member, National Association for Music Educators (NAFME)
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2019Member, National Association for Music Educators (NAFME)
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010U.S. Marine Corps Sergeant
June 1, 2004 - June 30, 2008Industry Experience
Education, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Government, Professional Services
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