Bienvenido Santos-Dume
Boston
Summary
Dynamic Director of Cultural Artistic Programs and Art Teacher with extensive experience in team leadership, student engagement, and budget management. Expert in fostering creativity, implementing innovative solutions, and enhancing collaboration across all levels. Proven skills in strategic planning, project management, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Director Cultural Artistic
Dominican University O & M - Santo Domingo
01.2018 - Current
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for improved decision-making processes within the organization.
- Implemented innovative solutions to solve complex problems, resulting in increased productivity and streamlined operations.
- Transformed organizational culture to embrace continuous improvement, leading by example and mentoring teams.
Art Teacher
University Accion Pro-Educacion Y Cultura
02.2012 - 03.2023
- Managed art room supplies, equipment and resources to maintain consistent supply for projects.
- Managed a diverse range of learners, adapting lesson plans to accommodate different abilities and interests.
- Enhanced student creativity by incorporating various art mediums and techniques into lessons.
- Developed and implemented engaging art lessons for students in grades kindergarten through 12th.
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies, maintaining discipline while fostering creativity and individuality in student work.
- Established a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encouraged open communication and collaboration among students.
- Taught classes on painting, collage, and color theory.
- Communicated effectively with parents about their child''s progress in the arts program, addressing any concerns or suggestions for improvement as needed.
Vocal Coach
Dominican University O & M - Santo Domingo
01.2001 - 04.2016
- Taught fundamentals such as projection, breathing and vocal techniques.
- Helped students prepare for auditions and special events.
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
- Mentored struggling students with individualized approach to enhance learning.
- Taught performers of varying skill levels ways to improve overall range.
- Supported singers participating in recording sessions and live performances.
- Taught students to identify different instruments from instrument's sound and shape.
- Organized and collected money and forms for mass group field trips and programs.
- Adapted teaching programs to meet individual and group needs.
- Provided specific feedback to students, parents and record label representatives.
Art Teacher
Sek International The Americas School
04.2005 - 08.2006
- Enhanced student creativity by incorporating various art mediums and techniques into lessons.
- Developed and implemented engaging art lessons for students in grades kindergarten through 12th.
- Taught classes on painting, collage, and color theory.
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies, maintaining discipline while fostering creativity and individuality in student work.
- Developed students'' artistic skills by providing personalized feedback and guidance on their artwork.
- Improved student engagement in the classroom by designing innovative, project-based learning experiences focused on artistic expression.
Guitar Tutor
Centro De Educacion Musical Moderna CEMM
01.1992 - 03.1995
- Created a supportive learning atmosphere that encouraged questions, curiosity, and experimentation among students.
- Increased student retention and satisfaction by providing regular feedback and adjusting teaching methods accordingly.
- Balanced the development of technical skills with an appreciation for musicality using a variety of teaching approaches.
- Expanded students'' knowledge of various guitar techniques through demonstrations and practice sessions.
- Provided students with written and recorded material to organize home practice sessions.
- Tailored lessons to accommodate different learning styles while remaining consistent with established curriculum objectives.
- Promoted collaboration between students by facilitating group projects and ensembles within the classroom setting.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing rapport with students and maintaining open communication with parents.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
University Dominican
Santo Domingo , Domingo RepublicSkills
- Strategic Planning
- Verbal and written communication
- People Management
- Operations Management
- Project Management
- Creativity and Innovation
- Strategies and goals
- Project Coordination
- Staff Management
- Budget Management
- Business Planning
- Program Management
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Director Cultural Artistic
Dominican University O & M - Santo Domingo
01.2018 - Current
Art Teacher
University Accion Pro-Educacion Y Cultura
02.2012 - 03.2023
Art Teacher
Sek International The Americas School
04.2005 - 08.2006
Vocal Coach
Dominican University O & M - Santo Domingo
01.2001 - 04.2016
Guitar Tutor
Centro De Educacion Musical Moderna CEMM
01.1992 - 03.1995
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
University Dominican
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