Amanda Hayden
Crystal,MN
Summary
Results-driven Youth Program Coordinator focused on running efficient, cost-effective and successful arts programmming. Well-versed in managing budgets and schedules and overseeing staff to effectively utilize resources and maximize team success.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Youth Programs Specialist
StoryArk
Stillwater , MN
06.2023 - Current
- Organized and facilitated workshops, seminars, and other activities for youth groups
- Conducted outreach efforts to recruit new members into the program
- Monitored program progress and evaluated outcomes against established goals
- Advised on budgeting issues related to the program's operations
- Collaborated with community leaders to develop initiatives that benefit young people living in disadvantaged areas
- Developed partnerships with local agencies that can provide additional services to youth enrolled in the program
- Provided leadership in developing innovative approaches to meet program goals
Theatre Department Head Grades 9-12
Southwest High School
Minneapolis, MN
08.2019 - 06.2023
- Designs and conducts recruitment/outreach programs to attract new theatre participants
- Produces and technical directs plays for school and public performances
- Auditions students to select cast and assign parts
- Sees that all royalties, rental fees, and other fees/bills associated with production are paid and maintains an accurate record of all expenses and receipts
- Fosters and maintains positive relationships with a wide variety of students and their families and community
- Interviews and hires the directors and designers for each theatre season
Theatre Teacher Grades 9-12
Southwest High School
Minneapolis, MN
08.2019 - 06.2023
- Differentiate instruction based on individual students' needs that takes into account diverse cultural, racial, educational, and socioeconomic backgrounds
- Built relationships with over 100 students and ensured all students felt attended to with personalized feedback, class discussions and encouragement
- Utilize small groups, one on one, and peer instruction for strengthening motivation
Education
School of Education Initial Licensure Program -
Hamline University
05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre and Peace Studies
College of Saint Benedict
05.2014
Skills
- Program Planning
- Youth Mentoring
- Curriculum Design
- Grant Writing
- Volunteer Management
- Budget Development
Certification
Minnesota Teaching License, K-12 Theatre Dance, 05/2019
Timeline
Youth Programs Specialist
StoryArk
06.2023 - Current
Theatre Department Head Grades 9-12
Southwest High School
08.2019 - 06.2023
Theatre Teacher Grades 9-12
Southwest High School
08.2019 - 06.2023
School of Education Initial Licensure Program -
Hamline University
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre and Peace Studies
College of Saint Benedict