Nicholas Clevenger
Lexington
Summary
Dynamic and passionate professional with a psychology background and experience as a rehearsal leader and teacher. History with music starting from age 3, proficient in many instruments that help with student development (piano, guitar, etc.). Proven ability to lead multiple different types of lessons, including ensembles for choir performance and rehearsals for musical theater. Experience in effective communication with disabled individuals, and knowledge of how to work with students with disabilities.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Athlete Ambassador
Special Olympics Kentucky
08.2019 - Current
- I engage in community outreach initiatives to promote awareness of Special Olympics programs and events. These events include fundraisers, visits from sponsors, receptions, and more, all of which I am a representative of SOKY and what the organization does and how it affects people like me.
Rehearsal Assistant for K-12 Summer Camp
InnOVATION Arts Academy
07.2025 - 08.2025
- I assisted the lead music teacher at the summer camp, helping when students divided into sectionals and assisting in keeping kids on task. While being the assistant for rehearsal, I was also helping with activities and games for the kids, and rehearsal for lines and acting.
Education
Bachelor of Music - Music Education
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY12-2026
Bachelor of Science - Psychology Sciences
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY12-2026
Skills
- Extensive understanding of development in students and how to bolster it (backgrounds in both psychology sciences & education)
- Experience conducting in front of large ensembles
- Masterclass teaching experience, also in front of large ensembles
- Experience in live musicals, both as a teacher and as a performer
- Effective communicator due to ambassador training
- Extensive experience with how to communicate and help students with disabilities (Ambassador for SOKY, psychology science degree)
Accomplishments
- NATS Finalist (Category CL-8A, 2nd place)
- All Collegiate Honor choir, February 7-8th, 2024
Certification
- BM in Music Education, Vocal
- BS in Psychology Sciences, Cognitive focus
- Athlete Ambassador for Special Olympics KY
Languages
American Sign Language
Professional Working
Timeline
Rehearsal Assistant for K-12 Summer Camp
InnOVATION Arts Academy
07.2025 - 08.2025
Athlete Ambassador
Special Olympics Kentucky
08.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Music - Music Education
Western Kentucky University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology Sciences
Western Kentucky University