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Alexis Solomon
Band Director
Hurst,TX
Work Preference
Summary
My educational philosophy centers on the belief that every student, regardless of background, prior experience, or circumstance, deserves the opportunity to thrive and discover what inspires them. I strive to create an environment where students feel seen, supported, and challenged, so they can develop both skill and confidence. Through meaningful instruction, very high expectations, and a strong sense of community, I aim to help students find their voice and connect with something that makes their soul sing, both within and far beyond the classroom.
Work History
Assistant Band Director
Arlington ISD
Arlington
06.2023 - Current
- Took multiple bands to contests, festivals, public performances, and achieved the school's first sweepstakes at UIL in 64 years.
- Was a steady presence on our school's PBIS team, regularly presenting to faculty ways in which to better support relationship building and proactive solutions to behavior.
- Worked heavily on recruitment strategies which tripled the program's enrollment.
- Regularly worked with district band camps, and volunteer events to continue honing pedagogical skills and increase the school's participation and visibility in district activities.
- Managed budgets for instruments and supplies effectively to optimize resources.
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student musicianship and skills across diverse groups.
- Organized band events, including competitions, festivals, and community performances to boost visibility.
- Mentored student leaders and provided support within band program to foster leadership skills.
- Regularly judged state and district auditions and solo and ensemble contests.
- Integrated technology tools into music education to enhance engagement and learning outcomes.
- Facilitated communication among students, parents, and administration to strengthen relationships.
- Collaborated with faculty to integrate music curriculum across disciplines for holistic education.
Elementary Music Teacher
Crowley ISD
Crowley
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Developed and oversaw programs for school gatherings, special concerts and student performances.
- Completed student records and school-related documentation.
- Created lesson plans to cover district and state objectives for music program.
- Promoted appreciation for different musical styles, taught history of genres, basic music theory, and productive practice techniques.
- Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
- Partnered with parents to maintain open communication, advise on available resources and build parental abilities necessary for student support.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Crowley Independent School District
Crowley
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Created a warm and welcoming environment to encourage a positive learning experience.
- Educated students in various subjects to provide seamless transition during absence of head teacher.
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Denison Independent School District
Denison
04.2021 - 05.2021
- Created and taught a musical curriculum for Middle school students which maintained consistency in learning speed and subject material that students were accustomed to.
- Managed the classroom in a positive and enthusiastic way to encourage excitement for learning while ensuring stability and efficiency.
Marching Band Technician
Sanger Independent School District
Sanger
08.2015 - 08.2020
- Facilitated learning in musical technique, physical fitness, and visual arts for marching band.
- Attended and chaperoned all rehearsals, competitions, and performances.
- Aided in planning performance opportunities and student activities related to marching band.
Private Music Instructor
Sanger, Denison, Ponder ISD
Sanger, Denison, Ponder
08.2015 - 08.2020
- Created focused lesson plans to accelerate learning and growth to varied learning styles.
- Fostered enthusiasm for music and good practicing habits by creating comfortable and fun environment during lessons.
- Communicated with parents or family members on progress of participants after and between lessons.
Early Childhood Music Teacher
University Of North Texas
Denton
07.2016 - 05.2020
- Introduced groups of infants until age three to multisensory activities through music, dance and stories to encourage exploration and spark curiosity.
- Created a rich musical environment in which infants and toddlers can play with music in order to facilitate social, cognitive, and motor development.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Music
University of North Texas
Denton, TX12.2021
Skills
- Relationship building
- PBIS and CHAMPS trained
- Woodwind instruction
- Recruitment strategies
- Fundraising
- Rehearsal management
- Pedagogy and Music Theory
- Group and individual instruction
- Behavior management
- Child safety procedures
- Community outreach strategies
- Parent engagement strategies
- Budget management
- Conducting proficiency
- Performance assessment understanding
- Musical arrangement understanding
- Music curriculum development
Timeline
Assistant Band Director
Arlington ISD
06.2023 - Current
Elementary Music Teacher
Crowley ISD
07.2022 - 07.2023
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Crowley Independent School District
09.2021 - 05.2022
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Denison Independent School District
04.2021 - 05.2021
Early Childhood Music Teacher
University Of North Texas
07.2016 - 05.2020
Marching Band Technician
Sanger Independent School District
08.2015 - 08.2020
Private Music Instructor
Sanger, Denison, Ponder ISD
08.2015 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Music
University of North Texas