Josemaria Garcia
Canyon,TX
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Teaching Assistant
West Texas A&M University
Canyon, TX
08.2024 - Current
- Led rehearsals for drumline during marching band and assisted with anything percussion related at performances/games.
- Teach percussion seminar and rehears with the percussion ensemble.
- Assisting with weekly band sectionals.
- Conduct and teach concert band weekly.
- Organized mass functions, led uniform and instrument check in/out, and assisted with logistics including large number of personnel.
Front Ensemble Instructor
West Plains High School
Amarillo, TX
08.2022 - 12.2025
- Instructed students in advanced percussion techniques and performance practices.
- Collaborated with band director to align ensemble goals with overall program objectives.
- Mentored students in individual skill development, fostering growth and confidence.
- Organized sectional rehearsals, optimizing time management for maximum learning outcomes.
- Fostered a positive and supportive learning environment, promoting teamwork among students in the front ensemble.
Private Lesson Teacher
Canyon, TX
08.2021 - Current
- Developed customized lesson plans to enhance individual student learning experiences.
- Implemented engaging instructional techniques to improve student participation and retention.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and provided constructive feedback.
- Assist with the audition process for camps, region, area, and state auditions.
Education
Master of Music - Music Performance
West Texas A&M University
Canyon, TX05-2026
Bachelor - Music Education
West Texas A&M University
Canyon, TX05-2024
Skills
- Proficiency in marching and concert percussion
- Teaching percussion ensemble
- Curriculum and assessment
- Teaching and rehearsal pedagogy
- Conducting
- Lesson planning
- Organization
- Professionalism
- Relationship building and collaborative
Accomplishments
- Taught private lessons for students that made region, area, and state for TMEA/ATSSB auditions.
- Assisted the West Plains High School Band with 3 consistent Appearances at the Texas State UIL Marching Competition
- Selected to represent the WT percussion studio at student showcase a total of 4 times.
- Student taught with the 2024 TMEA 4A Honor Band.
Timeline
Graduate Teaching Assistant
West Texas A&M University
08.2024 - Current
Front Ensemble Instructor
West Plains High School
08.2022 - 12.2025
Private Lesson Teacher
08.2021 - Current
Master of Music - Music Performance
West Texas A&M University
Bachelor - Music Education
West Texas A&M University