William Cordova
Conroe,TX
Summary
Objective: To obtain an Orchestra Director position at Cibolo Creek Middle School in Judson ISD, where the skills I have acquired as an accomplished orchestra and mariachi director for eleven years will be beneficial to the students, staff, and community.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Orchestra Director
Peet Junior High School
Conroe, TX
08.2023 - Current
- Received Superior Ratings in the Sight Reading Room
- Received Excellent Ratings at UIL Concert and Sight-Reading Competition.
- Revived the competing Non-Varsity Orchestra.
Assistant Orchestra Director
Conroe High School
Conroe, TX
08.2018 - 05.2023
- Head Mariachi Director.
- Directed the first Mariachi Ensemble in Conroe ISD.
- 2 Years of Sweepstakes with the Mariachi.
- 2 years of advancing to the State Mariachi Festival.
- Contributed to the success of a long-standing multi-sweepstakes program known for its exceptional orchestral performances.
Elementary Music Teacher
Havard
Houston, TX
01.2015 - 06.2018
- Started the after school Strings Program for Galena Park ISD (5th - 8th grade students).
- Directed the Havard Elementary Choir.
Student Teaching
Texas State University
09.2014 - 12.2014
- Galindo Elementary (Elementary Placement)
- Paredes Middle School (Secondary Placement)
Teaching Assistant/Teacher - Strings Program
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX
09.2010 - 11.2011
- Taught Elementary Students within the local community, how to play string instruments (violin, viola, and cello).
Education
Bachelor of Music - Music Studies, Texas All Level Teacher Certification (emphasis in Strings)
Texas State University
San Marcos, Tx10.2023
References
- Christopher Kuempel - Principal, (936)-709-3700, ckuempel@conroeisd.net
- Michael Edwards - Assistant Principal, (936-709-3700, miedwards@conroeisd.net
- Kristin Stilley - Former Conroe High School Head Orchestra Director, (972)-333-7441, kstilley@conroeisd.net
- Jeremy Kelsey - Head Band Director and Mentor, (281)-285-7153, jkelsey@conroeisd.net
- Tanner Ledford - Head Orchestra Director at Klein Oak HS/TMEA Region 9 Orchestra Chair, (832)-754-4277, tledford1@kleinisd.net
Certification
- Texas Standard Certification, EC-12 Music Certification
- Mariachi Certification from Texas State University
- Kodaly Certification from Texas State University.
Affiliations
- Texas Music Educators Association
- Texas Orchestra Directors Association
- American String Teachers Association
- Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Professional Music Fraternity
- Deans List 2009
Accomplishments
- Students consistently qualify for TSSEC in Orchestra
- Students consistently qualify for TMEA Region Orchestra
- Started the first Mariachi in Conroe ISD
- First Mariachi in Conroe ISD to advance to the State Mariachi Festival.
Timeline
Head Orchestra Director
Peet Junior High School
08.2023 - Current
Assistant Orchestra Director
Conroe High School
08.2018 - 05.2023
Elementary Music Teacher
Havard
01.2015 - 06.2018
Student Teaching
Texas State University
09.2014 - 12.2014
Teaching Assistant/Teacher - Strings Program
Texas State University
09.2010 - 11.2011
Bachelor of Music - Music Studies, Texas All Level Teacher Certification (emphasis in Strings)
Texas State University
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