Ryan J. Gresko
Enterprise,AL
Summary
Diligent [Desired Position] with a solid background in instrumental instruction. Skilled in curriculum development and fostering student growth through tailored teaching methods. Demonstrating effective classroom management and innovative lesson planning techniques. Committed to creating an engaging and supportive learning environment for students.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Adjunct Instrumental Instructor
Enterprise State Community College
01.2020 - Current
- Taught MUS 101 Music Appreciation, applied instrumental lessons, and instructed the Instrumental ensemble class including Jazz Band, Percussion Ensemble, and Community Concert Band
Band Director
Coffee County Schools
01.2018 - Current
- Instruct grades 6th through 12th band programs including jazz band, pep band, marching band, theater, and concert band
Band Director/Percussion Instructor/ Musical Theater Director/Producer
Alexander City Schools
01.2006 - Current
Adjunct Music Instructor
Wallace Community College
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Taught MUS 101 Music Appreciation
Band Director
Tallapoosa County Schools
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Taught Middle School and High School concert band, marching band, percussion ensemble, and 6th grade Beginning Band
- Started a Drama/Musical Theater Program after school that eventually became a Fine Arts credited course
- Was instrumental in advocating for and bringing two full time certified Choir and Elementary Music teachers in the Tallapoosa County School System for the first time
Middle School Music Teacher
Richland School District One
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Taught middle school music classes, including music ensembles, and world percussion
Graduate Assistant
The University of South Carolina
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Assisted with daily functions of the USC Band department, including coordination of the Marching Band, Pep Bands, High School Honor & Band Festivals, weekly rehearsals, and auditions
Graduate Percussion Assistant
Kent State University
01.2009 - 01.2012
- Company Overview: Kent State University, Kent, OH
- Oversaw percussion sections in all large instrumental ensembles, taught undergraduate percussion methods courses, undergraduate percussion lessons when needed, and assist with the Kent State University Percussion Ensemble
- Kent State University, Kent, OH
Assistant Band Director
Tuslaw Local Schools
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Taught 5-8 instrumental lessons, concert band, marching band, jazz band, and music theory
Education
D.M.A. - Coursework Toward D.M.A. in Percussion
The University of South Carolina
Columbia, SCM.M. - Percussion Performance
Kent State University
Kent, Ohio01.2012
B.M. - Music Education
Mansfield University
Mansfield, PA01.2005
Skills
- Instructional Techniques
- Performance techniques
- Music production
- Recording techniques
Affiliations
- National Education Association
- Music Educators National Conference
- Percussive Arts Society
- Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Fraternity of America
Technology Training
- Finale Music Notation Software
- Pyware 3-D Java Drill Writing Software
- Cubase Music Software and MIDI (music digital interface)
- Smart Music software
Awards
- Graduate Teaching Assistantship, University of South Carolina
- Graduate Percussion Teaching Assistantship, Kent State University
- Graduate Assistantship in Instrumental Music, Kent State University
- Symphony Orchestra Scholarship, Kent State University
- District 6 Concert Band Assessment Superior Ratings
- Certificate of Musicianship, Mansfield University
- Certificate of Leadership, Mansfield University
- Overall Outstanding Percussionist, Mansfield University Marching Band
- Outstanding Service and Dedication, Mansfield University Marching Band
- Music Scholarship, Pennsylvania State University
- Drum Corps International Percussion Scholarship
Related Experience
2005-2015, USC- Wind Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble- 2012 PASIC Convention Performer, Kent State University- Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble, Steel Band, Mansfield University- Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble, Penn State University- Chamber/Full Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble, Louisville High School Pitt Ensemble, Louisville, OH, 01/10, Auburn University Honor Bands, AL, 2006-2009, Williamsport High School Indoor Drum Line, 01/05, Canton Comic Opera, Canton, OH, 2009-2012, Montgomery Symphony Orchestra, Montgomery, AL, 2006-2018, Nittany Valley Symphony Orchestra, 1999-2002, Altoona Symphony Orchestra, Altoona, PA, 1999-2002, Pennsylvania Center Chamber Orchestra, 1999-2002, Rochester Patriots Drum & Bugle Corps, Rochester, NY, 1999
Timeline
Adjunct Instrumental Instructor
Enterprise State Community College
01.2020 - Current
Adjunct Music Instructor
Wallace Community College
01.2019 - 01.2020
Band Director
Coffee County Schools
01.2018 - Current
Band Director
Tallapoosa County Schools
01.2014 - 01.2018
Middle School Music Teacher
Richland School District One
01.2013 - 01.2014
Graduate Assistant
The University of South Carolina
01.2012 - 01.2013
Assistant Band Director
Tuslaw Local Schools
01.2010 - 01.2011
Graduate Percussion Assistant
Kent State University
01.2009 - 01.2012
Band Director/Percussion Instructor/ Musical Theater Director/Producer
Alexander City Schools
01.2006 - Current
M.M. - Percussion Performance
Kent State University
B.M. - Music Education
Mansfield University
D.M.A. - Coursework Toward D.M.A. in Percussion
The University of South Carolina
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