Emil Nikolov
Perivale,Greenford
Summary
Driven student eager to leverage musical training and academic background to deliver high-quality instruction. Excels in creative environments with adaptable and dynamic approach to challenges. Successfully engages students to encourage musical and creative exploration. Skilled at motivating students and providing tailored feedback to inspire future practise and improvement. Friendly individual manages time and resources to complete classes as scheduled and meet student expectations. Trained professional with strong experience in traditional and modern approaches to teaching arts. Creates stimulating lessons for all levels of students. Believes in value of collaboration and committed to fostering classroom environment that encourages students to think critically and expressively.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Vocal tutor/coach & Music teacher
Self-employed
London, London
09.2018 - 09.2023
- Outlined measurable goals to motivate student and instill sense of commitment.
- Attended rehearsals to provide last-minute advice on musical performance.
- Scheduled private classes 8 students weekly, adapting to holidays, cancellations and change of date and time requests.
- Assigned exercises for targeted practise based on students' ability, preferences and interests.
Vocal Coach
Social Conservatory of Byron
Athens, Greece, Byron
09.2017 - 05.2018
- Provided overview of music history to provide context for learnings.
- Set clear expectations with students by agreeing on homework and inter-session practice.
- Planned, prepared and delivered workshops for individual students and groups of up to 6.
- Offered constructive criticism, feedback and advice to encourage and motivate students.
- Demonstrated different techniques to guide students' practise.
Lecturer in Vocal studies & Music theory
Self-employed
Athens, Greece
09.2015 - 09.2017
- Planned and executed innovative lessons to improve students' reading, writing and speaking skills.
- Prepared for and attended parent-teacher interviews to discuss student progress and concerns.
- Retained students' proficiency through dedicated theory and practical lessons.
- Assessed students' progress and identified areas of improvement to further develop assessable skills.
- Established projects and incentives for keeping participants in classes and encouraging learning activities.
Music Teacher
Sunday school "Otets Paisii Hilendarski"
Athens, Greece, Athens
09.2014 - 05.2015
- Updated documentation for school and student records.
- Took care of equipment and rental items to maintain in good working order.
- Implemented behavioural strategies to reduce behavioural incidents.
- Evaluated student performance and provided feedback and assistance to improve musical skills.
Vocal coach
Self-employed
Athens, Greece, Athens
09.2012 - 05.2014
- Offered constructive criticism, feedback and advice to encourage and motivate students.
- Attended rehearsals to provide last-minute advice on musical performance.
- Instructed students at beginner level on practical aspects of playing musical instruments.
- Revised, updated and modified course content to maintain relevancy and adapt courses to student needs.
Education
BMus Popular Music Perfromance - Vocals
BIMM British and Irish Modern Music Institute
London 09.2021 -
High School diploma - Vocals&Piano
High School "Dimcho Debelyanov"
Burgas, Bulgaria 09.2009 - 05.2011
Other - Vocals & Piano
Music school at Cultural Centre "Svetlina"
Pomorie, Bulgaria 09.1999 - 05.2011
Skills
- Emotional intelligence
- Art appreciation
- Games-based learning
- School assemblies
- Proficient in Vocals, Music theory and harmony, Songwriting
- Inquiry-based learning
- Classcraft
- Behaviour management
- Personalised learning
- Relationship building
- Stage management
- Rehearsals
- Vocal training
Languages
English
Upper intermediate
Greek
Native
Bulgarian
Native
Timeline
BMus Popular Music Perfromance - Vocals
BIMM British and Irish Modern Music Institute
09.2021 -
Vocal tutor/coach & Music teacher
Self-employed
09.2018 - 09.2023
Vocal Coach
Social Conservatory of Byron
09.2017 - 05.2018
Lecturer in Vocal studies & Music theory
Self-employed
09.2015 - 09.2017
Music Teacher
Sunday school "Otets Paisii Hilendarski"
09.2014 - 05.2015
Vocal coach
Self-employed
09.2012 - 05.2014
High School diploma - Vocals&Piano
High School "Dimcho Debelyanov"
09.2009 - 05.2011
Other - Vocals & Piano
Music school at Cultural Centre "Svetlina"
09.1999 - 05.2011
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