Trystan Simmons
Royse City
Summary
A young music educator pursuing a Bachelors degree in Music Education at East Texas A&M University. Experienced in classroom and objective based engagement, with a specialty in marching and ensemble based percussion performance. Able to help students think critically and to develop learning plans and goals tailored to individual students needs and requests.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Private Instructor /Assistant Educator
Rockwall ISD
Rockwall, TX
07.2024 - 08.2025
- Worked with small to medium sized groups of students during summer music camps or when there was an instructor shortage/absence.
- Primarily worked with both Middle School and High School Students enrolled in Rockwall ISD as an assistant Percussion Instructor.
Primary Dates of employment
- July 23 > July 31, 2024
- July 21 > August 8, 2025
Assistant Educator
North Lamar ISD
Paris, TX
07.2025 - 07.2025
- Assisted teachers in lesson planning and classroom management to enhance student engagement.
- Supported the implementation of individualized education plans for diverse learners.
- Worked with both small and Large groups during a 3 day Summer Music Camp at North Lamar High School.
- Assisted with Musical and technical development, wired and attached microphones to marching mallet instruments, and led lessons independently from primary instructors.
Primary Dates of Employment
- July 17th > July 19th, 2025
Education
Bachelor of Music Education - Music Education
East Texas A&M
Commerce, TX05-2028
Skills
- Strong communication skills
- Patience and empathy
- Critical thinking
- Student motivation strategies
- Teaching diverse learners
- Lesson planning
- Real-world application
- Public speaking
- Project-based learning
- Personalized feedback provision
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Collaborative team player
Accomplishments
- Received 6 different Music Scholarships from various universities by completing Auditions with professionalism and maturity in both musical and personal expression.
- Coordinated with lead teacher to create age-appropriate lesson plans for students with special needs.
- Contracted to March With Genesis Drum and Bugle Corps in the DCI World Class Tour for 2026
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Assistant Educator
North Lamar ISD
07.2025 - 07.2025
Private Instructor /Assistant Educator
Rockwall ISD
07.2024 - 08.2025
Bachelor of Music Education - Music Education
East Texas A&M