ELIJAH SIMBAJON
Pearland,US
Summary
Instructor with excellent interpersonal skills and ability to foster positive learning environment conducive to success. Imparted comprehensive topical knowledge in varied modalities to enhance deeper learning. Developed meaningful test instruments to complement and validate course curriculum.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Lesson Instructor
MCCULLOUGH JUNIOR HIGH
09.2023 - Current
- Adapted teaching strategies according to the varying levels of experience among students
- Motivated students through positive reinforcement and rewards for progress made in their playing.
Marching Technician
THE WOODLANDS COLLEGE PARK HIGH SCHOOL
08.2023 - Current
- Conducted training sessions with students on proper techniques for marching fundamentals
- Implemented various strategies designed to motivate students and encourage them to strive for excellence
- Evaluated student performance regularly in order to identify areas where improvement was needed.
Master Class Instructor
MITCHELL INTERMEDIATE, US
01.2023 - Current
- Established clear objectives for lessons, units, projects and communicated objectives to students
- Conducted assessments prior to classes beginning in order to evaluate individual needs of each student.
Private Lesson Instructor
MITCHELL INTERMEDIATE, US
01.2023 - Current
- Used learning assessments to regularly monitor student understanding of class concepts and materials
- Developed and implemented effective lesson plans to ensure student learning objectives were met.
Marching Band Technician
MADISONVILLE HIGH SCHOOL, US
07.2022 - 11.2023
- Applied past knowledge of harmony, melody, rhythm and marching to help improve individual students
- Functioned as an extension to the directors to help with the marching technique.
Private Lesson Instructor
LYNN LUCAS MIDDLE SCHOOL, US
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning
- Used learning assessments to regularly monitor student understanding of their fundamental skills.
Student Assistant
MARCHING BAND, SAM HOUSTON STATE UNIVERSITY, US
08.2021 - 12.2022
- Assisted in planning, implementing, and running all marching band activities including rehearsals, football games, and pep band events.
Education
Bachelor of Music Education -
Sam Houston State University
1905 University Ave, Huntsville, TX 7734005.2024
Skills
Fall 2020 - Spring 2021
- SHSU Symphonic Band: Section Trumpet
- SHSU Jazz Lab Band: Lead Trumpet
- SHSU Trumpet Choir: Lead Trumpet
Fall 2021 - Spring 2022
- SHSU Wind Ensemble: Principal Trumpet
- SHSU Jazz Ensemble: Split-Lead Trumpet
Fall 2022 - Spring 2023
- SHSU Wind Ensemble: Principal Trumpet
- SHSU Jazz Ensemble: Split Trumpet
Fall 2023 - Present
- SHSU Wind Ensemble: Principal Trumpet
Performance Experience
- Fall 2020 - Spring 2021, SHSU Symphonic Band: Section trumpet SHSU Jazz Lab Band: Lead Trumpet SHSU Trumpet Choir: Lead Trumpet
- Fall 2021 - Spring 2022, SHSU Symphonic Band: Section Trumpet SHSU Wind Ensemble: Principal Trumpet SHSU Jazz Lab Band: Lead Trumpet SHSU Jazz Ensemble: Split-Lead Trumpet
- Fall 2022 - Spring 2023, SHSU Wind Ensemble: Principal Trumpet SHSU Jazz Ensemble: Split-Lead Trumpet
- Fall 2023 - Present, SHSU Wind Ensemble: Principal Trumpet
References
Matthew McInturf, DMA, Director Of Bands, (936) 294-1361, mcinturf@shsu.edu Jason Harvey, Mitchell Intermediate Band Director, (713) 598-9505, jharvey@conroeisd.net Randy Adams, MM, Professor Of Trumpet, (936) 294-1359, randyadams@shsu.edu
Timeline
Private Lesson Instructor
MCCULLOUGH JUNIOR HIGH
09.2023 - Current
Marching Technician
THE WOODLANDS COLLEGE PARK HIGH SCHOOL
08.2023 - Current
Master Class Instructor
MITCHELL INTERMEDIATE, US
01.2023 - Current
Private Lesson Instructor
MITCHELL INTERMEDIATE, US
01.2023 - Current
Private Lesson Instructor
LYNN LUCAS MIDDLE SCHOOL, US
01.2023 - 05.2023
Marching Band Technician
MADISONVILLE HIGH SCHOOL, US
07.2022 - 11.2023
Student Assistant
MARCHING BAND, SAM HOUSTON STATE UNIVERSITY, US
08.2021 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Music Education -
Sam Houston State University
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