Email: dietzsasha@gmail.com
Masters of Music Therapy
3.85 GPA
Texas Woman's University
304 Administration Dr, Denton, TX 76204
2022-Present
Bachelors of Music Education
3.4 GPA
The University of Texas at San Antonio
One UTSA Circle San Antonio, TX 78249
2016- 2021
Sandra Day O'Connor High School
12221 Leslie Helotes, TX 78023
2012-2016
Our Daily Bread- Denton, TX
January 2024- May 2024
Amanda St. Germain-Sehr MS, MA, LPC, MT-BC
asehr@twu.edu
Directly observed clientele with specific diagnoses
Assisted with clientele assessment and documentation
Led and Co-led music therapy sessions with specific goals and objectives
Created session plans reflecting appropriate music therapy related goals and objectives
Received and implemented supervisor feedback between sessions
Submitted weekly materials for supervisor evaluation and feedback
Learned songs based on clientele music preference that assisted with specific music therapy goals and objectives
Special Abilities of North Texas
January 2024- May 2024
Ali Cardenas, MT-BC
quarlesalison@gmail.com
Directly observed clientele with specific diagnoses
Assisted with clientele assessment and documentation
Led and Co-led music therapy sessions with specific goals and objectives
Created session plans reflecting appropriate music therapy related goals and objectives
Received and implemented supervisor feedback between sessions
Submitted weekly materials for supervisor evaluation and feedback
Learned songs based on clientele music preference that assisted with specific music therapy goals and objectives
Rogers Elementary School- Frisco ISD
September 2023- December 2023
Becca Kittleson MMT, MT-BC
kittlesonr@friscoisd.org
Directly observed clientele with specific diagnoses
Assisted with clientele assessment and documentation
Led and Co-led music therapy sessions with specific goals and objectives
Created session plans reflecting appropriate music therapy related goals and objectives
Received and implemented supervisor feedback between sessions
Submitted weekly materials for supervisor evaluation and feedback
Learned songs based on clientele music preference that assisted with specific music therapy goals and objectives
Note-Able Music Therapy Services- Telehealth
September 2023-Present
Ellie Mehr MT-BC
ellie@noteablemusictherapy.com
Directly observed clientele with specific diagnosis
Assisted with client assessment and documentation
Led and Co-led music therapy sessions with specific goals and objectives
Created session plans reflecting appropriate music therapy related goals and objectives
Received and implemented supervisor feedback between sessions
Submitted weekly materials for supervisor evaluation and feedback
Learned songs based on clientele music preference that assist with specific music therapy goals and objectives
Heart and Harmony Music Therapy Telehealth
January 2023-Present
Madison Michel MM-MT-BC
Directly observe clientele with specific diagnosis
Assist with client assessment and documentation
Lead and Colead music therapy sessions with specific goals and objectives
Create session plans reflecting appropriate music therapy related goals and objectives
Recieve and implement supervisor feedback between sessions
Submit weekly materials for supervisor evaluation and feedback
Learn songs based on client music preference that assist with specific music therapy goals and objectives
Texas Woman's University Online Practicum
August 2022-December 2022
Rebecca West- PhD, MT-BC
(940)-898-2507
Indirectly observed clientele with varying diagnosis
Filled out observation forms detailing weekly sessions
Created 8 hypothetical session plans that reflected appropriate music therapy related goals and objectives
Learned 10 different songs varying in genre and style to add to general repertoire
TWU Opera Ensemble Performance "Golden Age" Texas Womans' University November 2023
TWU Opera: Despina in "Cosi Fan Tutte" Texas Woman's University May 2023
TWU Opera Ensemble Performance "Best of Bel Canto" Texas Woman's University December 2022
Featured soloist in Hector's Tobar's Sophomore Recital The University of Texas at San Antonio March 2021
Qualifying Senior Recital for Music Education The University of Texas at San Antonio May 2020
Dr. Jourdan Laine Howell's Studio Recital The University of Texas at San Antonio February 17th, 2020
Volunteer Caroling for Hearts Need Art Methodist Hospital, San Antonio, Texas December 7th, 2019
National Association Teachers of Singing Delmar College, Corpus Christi, Texas April 6, 2019
UTSA Concert Choir Tour Fort Worth, Texas January 2019
Volunteer Caroling for Hearts Need Art Methodist Hospital, San Antonio, Texas December 22nd, 2018
Sigma Alpha Iota Musicale Performance The University of Texas at San Antonio November 20th, 2018
UTSA Concert Choir National Anthem Performance Marriott, San Antonio, Texas October 31, 2018
St. Marks Evangelist Church Concert Choir Performance San Antonio, Texas October 19, 2018
University United Methodist Choir Conference Performance Corpus Christi, Texas June 6th, 2018
Small Ensemble Performance University of Texas at San Antonio April, 2018
UTSA Opera: "Fledermaus" University of Texas at San Antonio March 2-4, 2018
UTSA Concert Choir Tour Houston, Texas January 2018
Incarnate Word Chapel Concert Choir Performance Incarnate Word Chapel October 27, 2017
"Look At The World" Performance feat. David Portillo Tobin Center for the Arts September 17, 2017
National Association Teachers of Singing (NATS) Texas State University April 8, 2017
Small Ensemble Performance- Earth Song: Frank Ticheli University of Texas at San Antonio February 28, 2017
UTSA Concert Choir Tour Brandeis HS, Warren HS, & Taft HS February 3, 2017
UTSA Concert Choir Tour The Valley, Texas January 2017
National Association Teachers of Singing (NATS) The University of Texas at San Antonio April 9, 2016
TMEA Region XI Mixed Choir Clinic- Dr. John Silantien John J. High School November 6-7, 2015
O'Connor High School National Anthem Spurs Game AT&T Center October 2015
Volunteer Caroling for Children with Special Needs O'Connor High School January 2015 & 2016
TMEA Region XI Mixed Choir Clinic- Dr. John Dickson Tom C. Clark High School November 7-8, 2014
Sandra Day O'Connor High School Choir
Acapella Choir- 2014-2015 & 2015-2016
Varsity Treble Choir- 2013-2014, 2014-2015 & 2015-2016
Small Vocal Ensemble- 2015-2016
Preschool Assistant Teacher; Substitute Preschool Teacher- Nursery
San Antonio, TX
(210)-971-6906 June 2024- August 2024; May 2023- September 2023
Encourage a positive learning environment for all children in the center
Document and share with parents important milestones in a child’s day
Collaborate with other preschool teachers and leaders to implement engaging and developmentally appropriate curriculum
Respect and observe children’s interests
Intervene when needed to maintain safety within the facility
Enhance children’s play with language, toys, and activities
Encourage and model developmentally appropriate social behavior and expectations
Planning a daily schedule which provides a balance of activities
Graduate Assistant
Denton, TX
940-898-2500 August 2022- May 2023
Closely review important MT documents, handouts, and flyers for grammatic accuracy
Prepare MT documents for execution by administration for easier student accessibility
Maintain and organize crucial MT physical and electronic files through scanned emails, PDFS, and paper copies
Assist in assignment grading and lecture preparation
Assist in teaching course content to undergraduate students
Communicate with supervisors, professors, students, colleagues, and government agencies by phone, email, and in person meetings
Contract Administrative Assitant
(469)-767-4194
Gail Adams February 2022- August 2022
Closely review important documents for accuracy
Prepare documents for execution by administration
Maintain and organize crucial physical and electronic contract files
Assisting in review of incoming and outgoing correspondence
Communicate with contractors, suppliers, customers, employees, and government agencies by phone, email, and in person meetings
JC Penney's @ The Rim
San Antonio, TX
(210)- 641- 2493
Women's Sales Associate and Cashier July 2015-December 2015
Ensured and maintained proper organization of all clothing apparel in designated department
Conducted routine inspections of department dressing areas for cleanliness and operational use
Processed monetary transactions including purchases, refunds, and exchanges via credit cards, personal check authorizations, and cash settlements
Assisted management team with inventory assessments after store closing hours
Assured customer satisfaction by preserving a courteous and professional approach to all clients in any situation
University United Methodist Church
San Antonio, TX
(210)- 696-1033
Children's Chorus Music Teacher: September 2, 2018- September 8, 2019
Assisted with developing and implementing instructional lesson plans for children’s traditional chorus K-2nd grade level
Accountable for the supervision and personal care for all children assigned to my designated jurisdiction. This included effectively communicating with parents, guardians, and other staff with positive feedback and/or concerns
Responsible for introducing students to rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic skills through interactive musical activity
Attended monthly team meetings for promoting leadership skills and innovative project ideas involving tasks associated with classroom instruction and performance events
Managed the restructuring and organization of the University United Methodist Music Library Archive area and choral supply room on the South Campus
TWU Pioneer Award for Academic Excellence Texas Woman's Univeristy March 2023
Texas Woman's University Music Scholarship Recipiant Texas Woman's University August 2022
Texas Woman's Univeristy Graduate Music Scholarship Texas Woman's Univeristy August 2022
Texas Woman's University PT Graduate Scholarship Texas Woman's University August 2022
Featured Vocalist in UTSA's Choir Camp Spotlight University of Texas at San Antonio June 2022
Texas Music Educators Award Recipiant The University of Texas at San Antonio December 2021
College of Liberal and Fine Art's Honor Roll The University of Texas at San Antonio December 2020
Colfa Conference Winner- Musician's Research Category 2nd Place Group Winner: UTSA April 2020
Featured Vocalist in UTSA's Choir Camp Spotlight University of Texas at San Antonio June 2019
National Association Teachers of Singing 4th Place Winner: Division 11A Soprano April 6, 2019
Who's Who Award University of Texas at San Antonio March 23, 2019
College of Liberal and Fine Arts Honor Roll University of Texas at San Antonio Fall 2018
College of Liberal and Fine Arts Dean's List University of Texas at San Antonio Fall 2018
Soloist for Choral Calvacade University of Texas at San Antonio April 2018
Concert Choir Group Leader for Opera: Fledermaus University of Texas at San Antonio March 2018
National Association Teachers of Singing Semifinalist: Division 7B Soprano March 2018
College of Liberal and Fine Arts Dean's List University of Texas at San Antonio Fall 2017
College of Liberal and Fine Arts Dean's List University of Texas at San Antonio Spring 2017
National Association Teachers of Singing 2nd Place Winner: Division 7A Soprano 2017
Most Likely to Shatter the UTSA Windows Senior Superlative- OCHS Choir 2016
Oscar Hammerstein Award Outstanding Senior Vocalist- OCHS Choir 2016
O Award- Outstanding Achievement in Choir & Academic Excellence 2016
UIL Solo & Ensemble Division 1 Solo Rating 1 Soprano 1 2016
TMEA Area Finalist 2015-2016
TMEA Pre Area 1st Chair Soprano 1 2015-2016
TMEA Region XI All Region Chorus 9th Chair Soprano 1 2015-2016
Choir Officer- Librarian O'Connor High School 2015-2016
Soprano 1 Section Leader O'Connor HS Choirs (Acapella, Varsity Treble, & SVE) 2015-2016
Outstanding Soprano Award O'Connor High School Choir 2015
UIL Solo & Ensemble Division 1 Solo Rating 1 Soprano 1 2015
UIL Solo & Ensemble Quartet Rating 1 2015
TMEA Area 15th Chair Soprano 1 2014-2015
TMEA Pre Area 5th Chair Soprano 1 2014-2015
TMEA Region XI All Region Chorus 11th Chair Soprano 1 2014-2015
Spanish Honors Society O'Connor High School 2013-2014
UTSA Choir Camp Counselor University of Texas at San Antonio June 2022
Assistant Conductor for Winter Concert Gregory Luna Middle School December 2021
"Knights of North Castle" Camp Music Teacher University United Methodist Church June 2021
"Land of the Lost and Found" Camp Music Teacher University United Methodist Church July 2019
UTSA Choir Camp Counselor University of Texas at San Antonio June 2019
Sigma Alpha Iota Treasurer Office Position University of Texas at San Antonio May 14, 2019
Teacher's Aid for UMC Children's Choir Performance Tobin Center for the Arts, San Antonio, Texas December 2018
Student Aid for UTSA Choir Clinic University of Texas at San Antonio December 2018
"Judge Julie Truly" Camp 2nd Grade Music Teacher University United Methodist Church July 2018
UTSA Choir Camp Counselor University of Texas at San Antonio June 2018
Texas Woman's University Graduate Student Counsel
Texas Woman's University, Denton, TX
February 2023- Present
Be present at all monthly meetings held over zoom
Bring advocation points of attention to committee leaders from graduate music students
Attend graduate school events and aid in event organization
Student Association for Music Therapy
Texas Woman's University, Denton, TX
September 2022-Present
Pay annual dues at the beginning of each academic year
Share tools, resources and helpful insights to other members
Attend monthly meetings and conferences held on campus
Worthy People Church Worship Team
San Antonio, TX
June 2021-April 2022
Attend services held on Wednsday nights, Sunday mornings, and Sunday afternoons
Aid in other church ministries and organized functions
Lead worship songs and provide backup vocal support through various melodies and harmonies
Lead and support in group prayer
Manage worship music inventory, technology, and equipment
Sigma Alpha Iota- Theta Gamma: Associated with Music and Memory
UTSA, San Antonio, TX
August 2018-August 2021
Attend all monthly meetings and student- led conferences
Pay chapter dues at the start of each academic year
Participate in community work at local food banks, retirement facilities, and hospitals
Advocate for music therapy at campus, regional, and city-wide events
University United Methodist Church Modern Worship Band
San Antonio, TX
August 2018-August 2019
Attend services held on Wednsday nights, Sunday mornings, and Sunday afternoons
Aid in other church ministries and organized functions
Lead worship songs and provide backup vocal support through various melodies and harmonies
Lead and support in group prayer
Manage worship music inventory, technology, and equipment
University United Methodist Church Believer's Garden Worship
San Antonio, TX
August 2018-August 2019
Attend services held on Wednsday nights, Sunday mornings, and Sunday afternoons
Aid in other church ministries and organized functions
Lead worship songs and provide backup vocal support through various melodies and harmonies
Lead and support in group prayer
Manage worship music inventory, technology, and equipment
Garage Band- Intermediate Knowledge
Logic Pro- Intermediate Knowledge
Microsoft Office- Experienced Knowledge
Microsoft Word- Experienced Knowledge
Microsoft PowerPoint- Experienced Knowledge
Microsoft Excel- Experienced Knowledge
Panopto- Intermediate Knowledge
Pro tools- Intermediate Knowledge
Adobe- Intermediate Knowledge
Social Media Platforms- Intermediate Knowledge