Joshua Leslie
Akron,OH
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
High School Percussion Director
Nordonia Hills City School District
Macedonia, OH
06.2017 - Current
- Enhanced student learning and performance by developing and implementing effective rehearsal strategies.
- Managed inventory and maintenance of percussion instruments and equipment.
- Fostered a positive and equitable learning environment by addressing individual student needs and differentiating appropriately.
- Chaperoned students on in-state and out of state performance trips.
- Collaborated and communicated with ensemble directors, school staff, and student families.
WGI Battery Instructor
Matrix Performing Arts Indoor Percussion Ensemble
Akron, OH
11.2022 - 02.2024
- Taught and refined fundamental marching percussion skills needed to compete at an international level.
- Fostered a culture of comradery and discipline.
- Assisted ensemble director in assessment of student progress and instructional planning.
- Communicated and collaborated with ensemble director and staff.
Education
Master of Arts - Music Education
Case Western Reserve University
Cleveland, OH05.2024
Bachelor of Music - Jazz Performance - Drum Set
University of Hartford
West Hartford, CT08.2020
Certification
- Ohio Resident Educator License , Expected in 07/2024
Professional Memberships
- OMEA - Ohio Music Education Association
- NAfME - National Association for Music Education
- PAS - Percussive Arts Society
Timeline
WGI Battery Instructor
Matrix Performing Arts Indoor Percussion Ensemble
11.2022 - 02.2024
High School Percussion Director
Nordonia Hills City School District
06.2017 - Current
Master of Arts - Music Education
Case Western Reserve University
Bachelor of Music - Jazz Performance - Drum Set
University of Hartford