ALISSA DIAZ
Fairborn
Summary
Professional music educator bringing strong skills in lesson planning, curriculum development, and student engagement. Proven ability to collaborate with colleagues, adapt to changing needs, and achieve positive outcomes. Highly reliable with focus on fostering supportive and productive learning environment. Skilled in various teaching methodologies, instrumental techniques, and music theory.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
K-5 Music Teacher/Band Director
New Lebanon Local Schools
New Lebanon, OH
2023 - Current
- Teach general music to K-4 students while co-teaching 5th grade band in middle school. Coordinated school concerts and developed opportunities for student engagement in community activities, including festivals, field trips, and national anthem performances at Dayton Dragons and University of Dayton musicals.
Chamber Music Coach
Springfield Symphony Orchestra
Springfield, OH
01.2025 - Current
- Achieved improved musicality in string quartet through targeted coaching sessions. Enhanced orchestra sectionals, resulting in increased teamwork and performance readiness. Developed musicians' skills, contributing to successful concert outcomes.
Violin Teacher/Children's Choir Director
McCutcheon Music/Centerville SDA Church
Centerville, OH
2013 - Current
- Provided private instruction in piano and violin to students of various skill levels. Coordinated community recitals and concerts to showcase student talent. Guided church children’s choir in musical development and performance preparation.
K-6 Music Teacher/Orchestra/Band/Choir
Springfield City Schools
Springfield, OH
2014 - 2023
- Teach general music to K-6 students, as well as orchestra, band, choir, and guitar classes to 5th and 6th graders. Organize school concerts and provide musical opportunities for students to participate in community activities.
Preschool-8 Music Teacher/Choir Director
Sacred Heart School
Boston, MA
2012 - 2013
- Teach general music to students ages 3 to 8th grade. Organize school concerts and leads the school choir. Organize field trips and provide opportunities for students to participate in community activities.
Suzuki & Orchestra Teacher/Program Director
Upper Valley Music Center
Lebanon, NH
2004 - 2011
- Oversaw Suzuki string lesson instruction and program development. Coordinated concert events and summer festivals to enhance community engagement. Managed scheduling and production of promotional materials to increase program visibility.
Education
Master of Science - Violin Performance
Atlantic Union College
05-2003
Post-Graduate Degree classes -
Various Colleges
Suzuki Violin Teacher Training - Books 1-5
01-2010
Master in Music Performance - Violin Performance with Emphasis in String Pedagogy
Longy School of Music
05-2006
Bachelor in Music - Violin Performance
Atlantic Union College
05-2003
High School Diploma - High School Degree
Dobrin Petkov Music High School
06-1999
Skills
- Music instruction for preschool to 8th grade
- Teach Band/Orchestra/Choir/Guitar/Tone chimes
- Suzuki method training – Violin Books 1-5
- Skilled in string and keyboard instruments
- Facilitates student participation in community events
- Proficient in English and Bulgarian
- Oversees concerts and promotional material
Accomplishments
- 2026 perform at the University of Dayton Arena, OH
- 2025, 2026 perform at the Kings Island’s Festival of Music, OH
- 2015, 2016, 2024, 2025, 2026 singing Star Spangled Banner and God Bless America at Dayton Dragons Stadium & Nutter Center
- 2014-Present perform with community orchestras, OH
- 2003 Bayron Robinson Education Foundation Award for Excellence in Music Performance
- 1999-2003 1st, 2nd, and 3rd prize winner of the Thayer Concert Competition
- 2001-2004 Dean’s List a & Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities & Colleges
- 2000 soloist of the New England Youth Ensemble during their tour in South Africa, Carnegie Hall, Toronto, California, etc.
- 1997 3rd prize winner of the Competition for Bulgarian Music
- 1994-Present solo recitals
Timeline
Chamber Music Coach
Springfield Symphony Orchestra
01.2025 - Current
Suzuki Violin Teacher Training - Books 1-5
High School Diploma - High School Degree
Dobrin Petkov Music High School
K-5 Music Teacher/Band Director
New Lebanon Local Schools
2023 - Current
Violin Teacher/Children's Choir Director
McCutcheon Music/Centerville SDA Church
2013 - Current
K-6 Music Teacher/Orchestra/Band/Choir
Springfield City Schools
2014 - 2023
Preschool-8 Music Teacher/Choir Director
Sacred Heart School
2012 - 2013
Suzuki & Orchestra Teacher/Program Director
Upper Valley Music Center
2004 - 2011
Master of Science - Violin Performance
Atlantic Union College
Post-Graduate Degree classes -
Various Colleges
Master in Music Performance - Violin Performance with Emphasis in String Pedagogy
Longy School of Music
Bachelor in Music - Violin Performance
Atlantic Union College