Darwin Armenta Ramirez
New Haven,CT
Summary
Attentive Guitar Instructor accustomed to teaching students of varying ages and skill levels in one-on-one or group settings.
An experienced mariachi band member, having 10 years of experience with many mariachi bands. A Violinist for 11 years.
Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Guitar Teacher
Arte Inc
New Haven, CT
11.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with other instructors to create unique instructional experiences for students.
- Enhanced students' confidence and progress by promoting diligence and determination with difficult tasks.
- Evaluated student progress and adjusted learning plans to foster progress.
- Built positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administrators.
- Planned classes focusing on instruction, demonstration and work time.
- Developed and deployed oral and written assessment strategies for optimal review of student abilities.
- Maintained inventory of strings, picks, instruction books and sheet music.
- Played guitar for students to demonstrate appropriate tone and finger positions.
- Planned lessons according to student skill level and learning modality.
Church Choir Member
Saint Francis of Assisi Church
New Haven, CT
08.2023 - Current
- This was community service and not a job
- Assisted by playing the violin
- Assisted in the selection of music for performances and rehearsals.
- Collaborated with other instrumentalists to create a cohesive sound.
- Performed during mass, weddings, funerals and religious events
- Memorized church songs so I was prepared all the time
- Expressed musical themes through tempo, phrasing and dynamics.
- Closely followed musical notation and conductor's instructions.
Mariachi Band Member
Mariachi Academy of New England
Hartford, CT
02.2015 - Current
- The academy I was employed in was shut down in 2022
- I am now employed in the Spanish Community of Wallingford in Wallingford, CT.
- Reviewed lyrics and chords prior to each song performance ensuring accuracy was achieved throughout each set list played at shows or recorded in studios sessions.
- Compiled a comprehensive library of songs that could be performed at future gigs or used in recording projects.
- Set up and broke down stage equipment before and after performances.
- Traveled with the band for tours, festivals, concerts, and other events as required.
- Performed live music for large and small audiences.
- Tuned instruments prior to each show or recording session.
- Maintained a working knowledge of musical instruments and equipment.
- Attended weekly rehearsals to practice songs, improvisations, and transitions between pieces.
- Provided vocal accompaniment during rehearsals and performances.
- Kept uniform and instrument in excellent condition to properly represent band.
- Helped band director organize sections for stationary and moving performances.
- Balanced school work with band requirements to stay in good academic standing.
- Traveled, sometimes great distances, to perform at venues and rehearsed to prepare for performances.
- Memorized routines by following printed text or musical notations.
- Provided accompaniment for church choirs and other musicians participating in worship.
- Played variety of music with broad stylistic range and improvisatorial flexibility.
- Closely followed musical notation and conductor's instructions.
- Expressed musical themes through tempo, phrasing, volume and dynamics.
Usher Volunteer
Schubert Theatre
New Haven, CT
10.2023 - 04.2024
- Provided helpful customer service when answering questions about upcoming performances or events.
- Communicated any issues or concerns to management immediately.
- Helped maintain order in the lobby during intermission periods.
- Assisted with crowd control in busy lobbies during peak times.
- Assisted with ushering duties such as handing out programs or collecting tickets.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
- Greeted guests with a friendly and professional demeanor.
- Directed latecomers to their seats without disturbing other attendees.
- Performed light cleaning duties such as wiping down chairs or sweeping floors if necessary.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries and requests for assistance.
- Provided assistance to disabled persons or elderly individuals entering the venue.
- Greeted guests and provided directions to seating areas.
- Checked tickets for accuracy and authenticity.
- Maintained a safe, clean, and orderly environment within the lobby area.
- Monitored fire exits and emergency evacuation routes for proper clearance.
- Assisted patrons with handicaps to appropriate seating.
- Greeted and assisted customers to foster positive experiences.
- Recognized security risks to properly handle situations.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Music
Gateway Community College
New Haven, CTSkills
- Music theory knowledge
- Technique basics
- Experience with online lessons
- Lesson planning
- One-on-one instruction
- Live performance experience
- Harmony and melody
- Instrument maintenance
- Vocal technique
- Musical instrument proficiency
- Seating arrangements
- Disability awareness
- Navigation assistance
- Basic technical skills
- Seating assistance
- Hospitality service expertise
- Premises monitoring
- Respect for diversity
- Patience and composure
- Verbal communication
- Policy enforcement
- Working under pressure
- Reliability and punctuality
- Professional appearance
Timeline
Guitar Teacher
Arte Inc
11.2023 - Current
Usher Volunteer
Schubert Theatre
10.2023 - 04.2024
Church Choir Member
Saint Francis of Assisi Church
08.2023 - Current
Mariachi Band Member
Mariachi Academy of New England
02.2015 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Music
Gateway Community College