Annie Lewis
St. George,UT
Summary
Goal-oriented Musical theatre Teacher enthusiastic about teaching communication through body language and performance. Distinct expertise gained during 20 year career. Experience providing opportunities for student expression using spoken and musical communication. Consistently recognized for inspiring student-centered approach.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Musical Theatre Acting Teacher
Conservatory Of Performing Arts (COPA)
07.2019 - Current
- Enhanced student performance by utilizing diverse teaching strategies tailored to individual learning styles.
- Developed students'' acting skills through targeted exercises and constructive feedback, leading to increased confidence on stage.
- Organized and directed theatrical productions, showcasing students'' talents and fostering a collaborative environment.
- Implemented creative techniques for character development, resulting in more authentic performances from students.
Homeschool Teacher
Roots And Shoots
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Researched and chose appropriate curriculum to meet children's abilities and needs.
- Organized hands-on instructional activities to supplement textbook instruction to engage and motivate students.
Kids Yoga Instructor
Roots And Shoots Homeschool Program
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Demonstrated yoga poses and provided verbal cues and adjustments to help students improve alignment and technique.
- Provided guidance and instruction on breathing techniques, meditation and other elements of yoga practice.
- Planned and led yoga classes by selecting appropriate poses and sequences to meet abilities of individual students.
- Explained different yoga styles and poses to students.
- Developed safe and effective exercise programs for class members.
- Arrived early to set up room, greet students, and answer questions.
- Improved students'' overall well-being through meditation and mindfulness practices in each class session.
Actress
Tuacahn Center For The Arts
03.2014 - 10.2014
- Studied and rehearsed roles from scripts to interpret and memorize lines and cues.
- Participated in rehearsals to adequately prepare for performances.
- Performed humorous and serious interpretations of emotional actions and situations, using body movements, and gestures.
- Researched roles by reading material or shadowing people similar to portrayed character.
Actress
Union Theatres Through Out The Country
05.2002 - 07.2014
- Studied and rehearsed roles from scripts to interpret and memorize lines and cues.
- Participated in rehearsals to adequately prepare for performances.
- Performed in various theatrical productions, ranging from musicals to dramas.
- Maintained professional attitude and demeanor at all times.
Caregiver
Worked With Many Families In Los Angeles Area
01.2007 - 01.2013
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
- Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping, eating, and school schedules for children.
- Facilitated relationships with children and parents by developing caring and structured home environments.
- Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor, and cognitive skills.
- Worked with children to enforce safe living habits such as asking for help, crossing street safely and avoiding contact with unsafe objects.
- Drove children to dance, cheer, and sports practices.
Spin Instructor
Body And Soul
09.2007 - 09.2009
- Enhanced participant fitness levels by developing and implementing challenging spinning routines.
- Boosted client retention by creating a positive and engaging workout environment.
- Increased class attendance by promoting spin classes through social media platforms and community outreach efforts.
- Improved member satisfaction with personalized coaching, effective communication, and attentive customer service.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Musical Theatre
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI2002
Meisner Training - Meisner Acting Technique
Elizabeth Mestnik Meisner Program
Los Angeles2009
Yoga Teacher Training
200 Hr RYT
Arizona2012
Skills
- How to Act a song
- Scene work
- Character Development
- Meisner Technique
- Audition Preparation
- Voiceover Coaching
- Improvisation Techniques
- Monologue Coaching
- Cold Reading
- Empathy and compassion
Timeline
Homeschool Teacher
Roots And Shoots
08.2021 - 05.2023
Kids Yoga Instructor
Roots And Shoots Homeschool Program
08.2021 - 05.2022
Musical Theatre Acting Teacher
Conservatory Of Performing Arts (COPA)
07.2019 - Current
Actress
Tuacahn Center For The Arts
03.2014 - 10.2014
Spin Instructor
Body And Soul
09.2007 - 09.2009
Caregiver
Worked With Many Families In Los Angeles Area
01.2007 - 01.2013
Actress
Union Theatres Through Out The Country
05.2002 - 07.2014
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Musical Theatre
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Meisner Training - Meisner Acting Technique
Elizabeth Mestnik Meisner Program
Yoga Teacher Training
200 Hr RYT
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