James West

• Mentored students with personalized guidance on academic progress, career goals, and professional development opportunities.
• Enhanced research quality by providing thorough literature reviews and data analysis support.
• Assisted professors in the development of course materials for improved student engagement and understanding.
• Supported course instruction through leading breakout sessions, group discussions, and supplementary lessons designed to reinforce key concepts.

• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
• Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.

Guitar Lessons, Guitar Ensemble, Guitar Pedagogy, Electric Bass, Music Theory Fundamentals, Interim Instructor for Aural Skills 2 and Aural Skills 4

• Created the first Milligan University Guitar Ensemble in 2018
• Graduated the first Milligan University Guitar Performance Major in 2021
• Participated in student recruitment, registration and placement activities.
• Organized performance groups and directed rehearsals, including preparing students for their degree recitals and ensemble performances.
• Mentored struggling students with individualized approach to enhance learning.
• Planned and executed targeted lesson plans and delivered lectures to instruct on topics such as music theory and performance etiquette.
• Developed strong working relationships with teachers and students to propel school and departmental vision and goals.
• Coordinated duets between guitarists and vocalists/instrumentalists to be performed regularly in recitals.

• Created a guitar program that has grown to 40+ students and requires two teachers
• Registered RCM teacher
• Provided guitar instruction to students of varying age and skill levels.
• Assisted clients in preparing for auditions or performances
• Built rapport with students and family members.

• Provided guitar instruction to Music Industry students
• Assisted in conducting, sectionals, and performances for the Appalachian State Guitar Orchestra
• Instructed the Intro to Guitar course
• Assisted clients in preparing for auditions or performances