1. David Sloan
Professional Individual and Classroom Instructor (Fitness; Music)
Palm Desert, CA 92211
dsloan21979@gmail.com - 415-645-3282
I am an experienced, successful, and highly motivated instructor to individuals and groups in the fields of
music, as well as fitness. Enthusiasm and desire to educate others for their benefit has proven my teaching
skills successful. My primary object is to utilize the TESOL certification abroad and expand my knowledge in
the field with graduate school, while maintaining fitness and music as a hobby.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Personal and Group Fitness Trainer
24 Hour Fitness - San Francisco, CA
Certifications: NASM, NESTA, and CPR/AED.
Ability to identify muscular atrophy, use corrective exercises, nutritional guidance to fit the goals of the
individual, top sales associate in the district, strong re-sign rate with clientele, innovative modified exercise
for special population, consistently motivate and drive clients, always expanding knowledge in the health and
fitness industry, and strengthen teaching skills.
Volunteer Music Teacher Assistant
Claremont Elementary - Oakland, CA
Responsibilities
Assisted with conducting the entire band, tested instrumental sections on performance music, instructed
individuals, individualized music lessons, and prepared band members for special events that included
performances.
Accomplishments
My attendance was a large motivator to the students pertaining to their enthusiasm towards becoming a better
musician.
Skills Used
Skills utilized in this position included: Leadership, organization and planning, communication, and teamwork.
Music Instructor (Individual)
Reimer School of Music - La Quinta, CA
Responsibilities
My responsibilities were primarily: prepare lessons for each individual student, assign new exercises for each
lesson, and instruct on problem areas of music from school band.
Accomplishments
My students surpassed students of higher grade level and became highest ranked players in their instrument
section.
Skills Used

2. I displayed skills of organization and planning, leadership, responsibility, performance of instruction, and
marketing.
Music Teacher
Desert Sands Unified School Distict - La Quinta, CA
Responsibilities
Planned and organized class lessons, prepared students for performances, rewarded the band for daily efforts,
and aided in school functions.
Accomplishments
My class maintained a high level of respect to other teachers and students.
Skills Used
Caring, gentle, positive reinforcement, patience, and communication.
EDUCATION
Post Graduate Diploma in Music Performance
Victorian College of the Arts - Melbourne VIC
2007
Bachelor of Arts in General Music
San Diego State University - San Diego, CA
2002 to 2004
Associate of Arts in Music
Mesa City College - San Diego, CA
2000 to 2002
SKILLS
Personal and Classroom Instructor (Fitness; Music), Fitness Program Designer, Nutritional Guidance
Counselor, Data Entry, Marketing, Sales, Leadership, Fitness Research, Multi-Instrumental Performer.
CERTIFICATIONS
Security Officer Card
NASM Fitness Trainer Certification
December 2009 to May 2012
NESTA Fitness Trainer Certification
July 2009 to June 2013
CPR/AED Certification
TESOL Certification
October 2014 to Present
Certification that provides the tools to efficiently teach English as a second language (ESL) in a classroom
setting or individual lessons.

3. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
I have the ability to adapt quickly to situations, work well in stressful environments, able to motivate others,
confidence in work ethics, positive attitude, and easily trainable.