Professor of Theatre, Acting, Voice & Speech, Dramatic Literature
Inspiring, student-centered Professor with expertise in Acting, Voice & Speech, and Dramatic Literature with an emphasis on Shakespeare and modern classical texts. Offers 20-year background supporting students, developing instructional plans and organizing and grading exams and tests, in addition to casting students in a long list of Shakespeare and Modern Classic plays and directing them in successful stage productions. Commended for sustaining effective learning environment through prepared classes and relevant assignments and consistently achieving classroom management and academic goals.
Overview
11
11
Years of post-secondary education
21
21
Years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Drama Faculty
Veritas Preparatory Academy
Phoenix, AZ
01.2017 - 1 1
Modeled creative acting styles and techniques encompassing varied history genres and performance techniques
Specialization in Shakespeare and Modern Classical texts
Planned lessons to reflect group and individual student needs utilizing creative instruction
Directed and produced at least eight theatrical performances each academic year
Implemented effective classroom management techniques to provide safe, calm learning environment
Evaluated student assignments and projects with corrective comments to guide future growth
Enhanced academic programs with innovative methodologies and collaboration
Significant focus on Voice & Speech development for performance and public speaking
Created supportive and inclusive learning environments to foster positive classrooms that support student growth and learning
Adapted instruction to meet individual student needs to differentiate instruction to meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
Arts Teacher - Drama
Panajachel Colegio Internacional
08.2012 - 12.2017
Guatemala
Taught production-based Drama classes to mixed language classes (English, Spanish, local Mayan, German, Italian, French), using English, Spanish, and French to communicate and help students understand and develop their acting and performance skills
Focus on English and Spanish Renaissance texts, in addition to some modern classical works.
Adjunct Professor of Theatre
Coconino Community College
Flagstaff, AZ
07.2002 - 06.2007
Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations
Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning
Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and tracking student participation
Managed development of Theatre and Acting program for use in expansion of curriculum for students
Developed curriculum standards, lesson plans and syllabi
Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and acting projects and productions to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
Education
Master of Arts - Shakespeare Studies
The Shakespeare Institute
1999-12
Associate of Arts - Dramatic Arts
American Academy of Dramatic Arts
1996-05
Bachelor of Arts - English & Music, English Literature and Music
University of Notre Dame - Notre Dame
1994-05
High School Diploma - undefined
New Trier High School
1990-06
Skills
Theatre and Theatre History education
Acting instruction
Voice & Speech instruction
Adult Education
Lecturing: Theatre History & Dramatic Literature
Socratic method & seminar leadership
Curriculum Development
Affiliations
Lead of the Grants Committee (securing over $70,000 awarded in the 2022-2023 year)
Member of the Artistic Committee (which chooses the line-up of season plays)
Timeline
Lead Drama Faculty
Veritas Preparatory Academy
01.2017 - 1 1
Arts Teacher - Drama
Panajachel Colegio Internacional
08.2012 - 12.2017
Adjunct Professor of Theatre
Coconino Community College
07.2002 - 06.2007
Master of Arts - Shakespeare Studies
The Shakespeare Institute
Associate of Arts - Dramatic Arts
American Academy of Dramatic Arts
Bachelor of Arts - English & Music, English Literature and Music
5th & 6th Grade English Language Arts Teacher at Our Lady of Sorrows Academy5th & 6th Grade English Language Arts Teacher at Our Lady of Sorrows Academy