Hi there! I’m Tamia Dawkins, a dedicated music educator and performer based in Orlando, Florida. Over the past decade, I have taught students from elementary to elder adults, directed orchestras, guitar ensembles, and led private lessons from home. My passion is helping people of all ages discover musical confidence through instrumental technique, theory, and collaborative performance. In addition to classroom teaching, I perform at churches and events, lead church music programs, and create engaging concerts and fundraisers. I sing and perform for funerals, events, and commissions. I believe in inclusive music learning, including ADHD and ASD accommodations. I also hand compose, transcribe, and arrange music. (for orchestras, instrument and accompaniment, vocal scores, etc.) My style is typically classical, with influences from the 21st century, romanticism, minimalism, screen soundtracks, and the Baroque.

Tamia Dawkins

Hi there! I’m Tamia Dawkins, a dedicated music educator and performer based in Orlando, Florida. Over the past decade, I have taught students from elementary to elder adults, directed orchestras, guitar ensembles, and led private lessons from home. My passion is helping people of all ages discover musical confidence through instrumental technique, theory, and collaborative performance. In addition to classroom teaching, I perform at churches and events, lead church music programs, and create engaging concerts and fundraisers. I sing and perform for funerals, events, and commissions. I believe in inclusive music learning, including ADHD and ASD accommodations. I also hand compose, transcribe, and arrange music. (for orchestras, instrument and accompaniment, vocal scores, etc.) My style is typically classical, with influences from the 21st century, romanticism, minimalism, screen soundtracks, and the Baroque.

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Hi there! I’m Tamia Dawkins, a dedicated music educator and performer based in Orlando, Florida. Over the past decade, I have taught students from elementary to elder adults, directed orchestras, guitar ensembles, and led private lessons from home. My passion is helping people of all ages discover musical confidence through instrumental technique, theory, and collaborative performance.

In addition to classroom teaching, I perform at churches and events, lead church music programs, and create engaging concerts and fundraisers. I sing and perform for funerals, events, and commissions. I believe in inclusive music learning, including ADHD and ASD accommodations. I also hand compose, transcribe, and arrange music. (for orchestras, instrument and accompaniment, vocal scores, etc.) My style is typically classical, with influences from the 21st century, romanticism, minimalism, screen soundtracks, and the Baroque.

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Work Experience

Orchestra Director; General Music K-12; Guitar Instructor at The Geneva School
July 1, 2020 - May 1, 2024
Instructed students from elementary to high school on instrumental/vocal fundamentals, musical performance, music theory/history, and small group ensembles. Led chapel services, extracurricular rehearsals, music hosting events, & fundraising activities.
Owner, Private Music Lessons at The New Song Academy
June 1, 2017 - Present
Self-employed teaching beginner to advanced instrumental instruction (including ADHD/ ASD accommodations) and leading private lessons at students' homes. Taught voice, guitar, piano, woodwinds, orchestral strings, music theory/history, & ensemble skills.
Student Field Experience / Student Teaching at Florida State University
January 1, 2018 - May 1, 2020
Student teaching across elementary to high school; taught music methods and assisted with classroom instruction.
Assistant Elementary Music Teacher, Music Performer at First Baptist Church of Tallahassee
December 1, 2019 - May 1, 2020
Performed the duties of music orientation, instruction, and piano accompanying; directed vocal, handbell, and Orff instrumental pieces.
Assistant Sunday School Teacher at First Baptist Church of Central Florida
September 1, 2015 - July 1, 2018
Led Sunday school classes and music-related activities; supported church worship and education programs.
Volunteer Teacher Assistant at Ocoee Middle School
August 1, 2015 - August 1, 2018
Tutored middle school band and choir students with musicianship and leadership skills; coordinated with the administrative music team for concerts, auditions, & fundraisers.
Help Desk & Information Service Trainer at Florida Health Central
August 1, 2015 - August 1, 2017
Taught middle & high school students how to serve patients, staff, & guests at hospital; performed routine checks, interviews, & training; handled high-demand cases.
Vacation Bible School Teacher at Various Church Locations
June 1, 2014 - Present
Taught Bible school lessons and arts/music activities for children; supported church outreach and community programs.

Education

Bachelor's of Music Education at Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL
May 1, 2017 - May 1, 2021
High School Diploma at Dr Phillips High School, Orlando, FL
August 1, 2013 - May 1, 2017
Student Field Experience / Student Teaching at Florida State University
January 1, 2018 - May 1, 2020

Qualifications

Teaching Certificate
June 1, 2021 - June 30, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization