Rachel Annese Friedman
Murfreesboro
Summary
Friendly and organized professional seeking a Church Receptionist position where I can provide welcome front desk support, assist church members and visitors, and contribute to smooth daily operations with compassion and professionalism.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Marching Tech
Riverdale High School
09.2023 - Current
- Visual Caption Head for Marching Season
Music Teacher
Erma Siegel Elementary School
09.2020 - Current
- Music Teacher, Choir Director, STEAM Team Committee Member
1st Assistant Band Director
James Bowie High School
09.2015 - 05.2020
- Brass Instructor, Assistant Marching Band Director, Symphonic Band Director, Wind Symphony Assistant, Concert Band Director, Private Lesson Coordinator, International Baccalaureate Music Teacher (2015 – 2017)
Assistant Brass Caption Head
Music City Drum & Bugle Corps
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Baritone/Euphonium and Low Brass Tech 2014 – 2019
Assistant Band Director
Olive Branch High School
01.2014 - 12.2015
- Olive Branch Middle School Assistant Band Director, Assistant Marching Band Director, 6th Grade Low Brass, 7th Grade Band, HS Concert Band II
Education
Instrumental Music Education K – 12 -
The University of Tennessee at Martin
05-2014
Skills
- Warm and welcoming customer service
- Strong verbal and written communication
- Phone and email management
- Scheduling and calendar coordination
- Basic office software knowledge such as Google Drive/Classroom, Excel, Microsoft, Canva
- Organization and multitasking
- Confidentiality and discretion
- Conflict resolution and problem solving
- Familiarity with church environments and etiquette
- Flexible and positive attitude with change
Accomplishments
- The University of Tennessee at Martin March 2020 Trombone Masterclass - Clinician
- Texas Music Educators Association Spring 2019 Improving Tone and Technique for Second and Third Bands - Clinician
- Western International Band Clinic in Seattle, Washington – James Bowie High School Wind Symphony 2018 Conductor
Timeline
Marching Tech
Riverdale High School
09.2023 - Current
Music Teacher
Erma Siegel Elementary School
09.2020 - Current
Assistant Brass Caption Head
Music City Drum & Bugle Corps
01.2019 - 12.2019
1st Assistant Band Director
James Bowie High School
09.2015 - 05.2020
Assistant Band Director
Olive Branch High School
01.2014 - 12.2015
Instrumental Music Education K – 12 -
The University of Tennessee at Martin
Mission Trips
- The University of Tennessee at Martin Baptist Collegiate Ministry Beach Reach in Panama City, Florida Spring 2011 Outreach to Spring Break students to share the Word of God, and introduce Jesus to college students on Spring Break.
- The University of Tennessee at Martin Baptist Collegiate Ministry Mission Trip to Des Moines, Iowa May 2011 Outreach to repair homes, and introduce Jesus to locals in the area.
Leadership Experience
- The Experience Community Church 6pm Nursery Development Lead 2025 - Present
- STEAM Team Committee Member at Erma Siegel Elementary School 2022 - Present
- Hernando Desoto Honor Band Middle School Chairman 2015
The Experience Community Church Involvement
- Serve at the 6pm Nursery January 2023, and other service times when needed.
- Participates in Church Events Community Cleaning Day, Worship Nights, Fall Festival, Prayer Night, Next Class, Following Jesus, Authentic Discipleship.
- Lifegroup Joined Rachel Bjork and Amy Arnold’s Lifegroup in March 2022. Has helped with events that this life group may be doing with the church. Has also helped facilitate lessons, and attended a couple of retreats with the group.