Brandon Harris
High School Choir Teacher
John A. Rowland High School
Rowland Heights, CA USA
“The number one way I have learned to combat the noise is to always stay focused not only on my goals, but what I believe my mission in life is.”
Education
High School
Bachelor
Music Teacher Education, Secondary Education and Teaching
California State University, Fullerton
Music Teacher Education, Secondary Education and Teaching
California State University, Fullerton
Career
High School Choir Teacher
I teach students how to read music, perform in groups, solos, musicals, show choir productions and good vocal technique.
Career Roadmap
My work combines:
My work combines:
Music
Education
Teaching / Mentoring
Day to Day
A typical day at work involves me teaching 5 to 6 classes a day. Each class is a different choir, consisting of different music, different levels of learning, different languages spoken, different demographics of students, and different behaviors. I have to teach each class, music theory, musicianship, the music itself, music history, vocal technique, recording, music industry knowledge, abs life skills.
Advice for Getting Started
Here's the first step for college students
Make sure you are in it for the students.
Recommended Education
My career is related to what I studied. I'd recommend the path I took:
Bachelor
Music Teacher Education, Secondary Education and Teaching
Music Teacher Education, Secondary Education and Teaching
Hurdles
The Noise I Shed
From Society in General:
"Some discouragement that I have learned on my road to success has been, "you aren't good enough", "you won't make money!", "They might not hire someone that looks like you", "You aren't talented enough.""
Challenges I Overcame
First-Generation College Student
Q&A
Was it hard or tasking to get where you are today?
Asked by Anonymous StudentYes.
What is the hardest part of your job?
Asked by Anonymous StudentI believe one of the hardest parts of my job is knowing that I am responsible for educating the future generation.
What makes your job truly enjoyable?
Asked by Anonymous StudentI enjoy the instant satisfaction I receive from witnessing my students accomplish things.
What initially steered you towards this job?
Asked by Anonymous StudentI was attracted to this career due to my initial interest in choir and music.
Interviewed By
Anonymous Student
Student at CSUF
