Audra L. Duvall
Pahrump
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience in curriculum development and educational leadership at Nye County School District. Proven track record in producing award-winning theatre productions and enhancing student engagement through innovative instructional design. Skilled in performance assessment and fostering collaborative environments, driving academic success and artistic excellence.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
ELA 11/12 and Theatre Arts Director
Nye County School District
Pahrump
08.2006 - 06.2021
- ELA 11 HMH curricula; PLCs and professional development; Musical and General Theatre; Thespians and Drama Club.
- Directed one act competition and the musical Monty Python’s Spamalot scheduled for February 2026.
ELA 7 and Learning Strategist/Theatre Arts Director
Clark County School District
Las Vegas
08.2006 - 06.2021
- Collaborated with administration as Learning Strategist and Department Chair of ELA, implementing initiatives for ELA 7, ELA 7 Accelerated, and ELA CC.
- Designed and implemented engaging units including ¡¥Essay a Week¡, Hey, Essay! Skeleton Structure, Lord of the Flies, Life is Not Always Fair project, Brain Jar, Socratic Method, Debates, and Fishbowl, enhancing student engagement and critical thinking.
- After-school programs: Reading 6 Tutor and Essay and Debate Club advisor.
- Directed and instructed productions at K.O. Knudson, including Fame, Hairspray, Lion King, and Mary Poppins, fostering students' theatrical skills and teamwork.
Director/Assistant Director/Technical Director
Speeding Theatre/Las Vegas Little Theatre/Super Summer Theatre Studios
Las Vegas
08.2016 - 12.2018
- Directed adult learners in one-act plays, fostering collaboration and creative expression.
On-ground and Online Instructor
University of Phoenix
Las Vegas
08.2008 - 10.2018
- Courses: COM516 Professional Communications; EDU305 Child Development; EDU315 Legal and Ethical Issues in Education; CUR562 Standards-Based Curriculum and Instruction; CUR578 Evaluation and Assessment of Curriculum; PSYCH538 Lifespan Development and Learning; MTE/505 Child and Adolescent Development; MTE534 Visual and Performing Arts Curriculum; EDL/535 Coaching and Mentoring for Professional Growth; EDL/500 Personal Leadership; EDL/505 Cultural Competency; EDL/510 Teacher Leadership in a Global Society; EDL/515 Organizational Leadership; EDL/529 Instructional Leadership; EDL/525 Accountability and Evaluation; and EDL/531 Mentoring and Coaching.
- Created Teacher Resource Center and designed Special Education coursework to support faculty and enhance instructional resources.
- Facilitated development of Graduate-Level Writing Rubric to standardize assessment criteria and improve student writing quality.
- Applied interactive learning techniques, including 'Brain Buzz', Ticket Out the Door, and role-play, to foster student engagement and promote active learning.
Middle School Department Chair
Doral Academy of Nevada, Academica
Las Vegas
08.2013 - 06.2014
- Led Upper School as Department Chair, collaborating on curriculum development for holistic projects to enhance student engagement.
- Partnered with Kennedy Center to develop original K-7 model for replication by Academica and Andre Agassi research and development team, supporting new school initiatives.
- Led curriculum development initiatives for diverse academic programs.
- Fostered a collaborative environment among faculty and staff.
- Managed departmental budgets and resource allocation effectively.
Writing Instructor/Tutor
Portland State University
Portland
10.2004 - 03.2006
- Collaborated with three professors to assess and enhance undergraduate and graduate-level student writing.
- Supported students in writing labs and revision sessions to strengthen their writing skills.
- Facilitated seminars to promote comprehensive writing development.
Instructor/Liaison
Pacific University
Portland
08.2004 - 05.2005
- Established strong relationships with senior students through the Upward Bound Program, enhancing their academic support and engagement.
- Supported mission to ensure successful high school completion, preparing students for post-secondary education opportunities.
- Facilitated academic courses and activities that promoted significant student growth and engagement.
Instructor
Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District
Malibu
08.2002 - 06.2004
- Facilitated enrichment of essay writing and literary analysis in Language Arts 7/8.
- Coordinated literature circles, developed multiple intelligences reports, and led open mic sessions to enhance student engagement.
Instructor
Beverly Hills Unified School District
Beverly Hills
08.2001 - 06.2002
- Courses taught: English 10/11 - Literary analysis, grammar, research reports, essay writing and structure, peer-editing, extensive SAT vocabulary assessment, and literature circles.
- Developed original concepts for engaging educational projects, including The My Way Project, Brain Jar, Open Mic, and Poetry JAM!
Instructor
Forest Grove School District
Forest Grove
08.1999 - 06.2001
- Taught courses in drama, stagecraft I and II, acting I and II, directing I, and musicals, fostering student engagement and creativity.
- Produced plays including The Reality Project, It Was a Dark and Stormy Night, Grease, Alice the Un-Musical, and You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown!, enhancing students' theatrical experience.
- English 9 - beginning literary analysis, the research report, essay structure, peer-editing, extensive SAT vocabulary assessment, and literature circles.
- Developed original concepts such as The My Way Project, Brain Jar, Open Mic, and Poetry JAM!, encouraging artistic expression and collaboration among students.
Education
Doctorate - K-12 Leadership in Administration
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN01-2011
Masters Education - Instructional Technology
American Intercontinental University
Hoffman Estates, IL01-2005
Bachelors - Theater Arts major, English minor
Washington State University
Pullman, WA01-1999
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Instructional design
- Performance assessment
- Educational leadership
- Technical direction
- Program evaluation
Hobbies and Interests
- Analyzing the latest educational studies
- Gaining personal development in cognitive studies
- Watching movies with family and friends
- Going for coffee
- Eating really good food
- Spending quality time with my husband and children
Publications
- Dissertation, An Examination of Facilitated Mentoring on School Performance within an Urban Middle School
- Hey, Essay!, Writing program/technology/patent pending
Awards
- Thespian STO, 2022-2026
- 5-time Regional and State to ITF, 2022-2026
- 5-time Jimmy Award Nominee, 2022-2026
- Nominated three times for the 'Heart of Education' Award
- Teacher of the Month, 12/01/16, Fertitta Middle School
- Ron Clark Academy attendee/trainee, 2015-2017
- Walker Furniture 'Favorite Teacher', 2016
- CCSD Essay Advisor/Grand Prize recipient
- Yes! Green and Clean, 2015
- CCSD Essay Advisor/Two-time Secondary Grand Prize recipient
- Five-year Excellence Award, University of Phoenix, Las Vegas Campus
- Honored by administration and staff, 09/01/12, Faculty of the Month for Education
- Certified 'Ruby Payne' trainer, Escobedo MS
- ASCD Leadership Conference Attendee/Member
- Six 'RAVE Review' certificates, 2007-present, CCSD, Las Vegas, NV
- 'Teacher of a Lifetime' and 'Most School Spirit', West Prep K-12 Academy
- Former ELL student essay published, Malibu, CA
- NWP Oregon Writing Project participant, 2000, Lewis and Clark College
- Washington State University Theater Arts scholarships, 1996-1999
- 'Max Award' for 'going above and beyond', 1996, Spokane Community College
- Two theater scholarships granted, Texarkana Community College, Texarkana, TX
- 'Best Student Director', Kamiakin High School, 1988
- Columbia Basin College Drama Scholarship, 1984
- Two Young Author awards, Columbia Basin College
Timeline
Director/Assistant Director/Technical Director
Speeding Theatre/Las Vegas Little Theatre/Super Summer Theatre Studios
08.2016 - 12.2018
Middle School Department Chair
Doral Academy of Nevada, Academica
08.2013 - 06.2014
On-ground and Online Instructor
University of Phoenix
08.2008 - 10.2018
ELA 11/12 and Theatre Arts Director
Nye County School District
08.2006 - 06.2021
ELA 7 and Learning Strategist/Theatre Arts Director
Clark County School District
08.2006 - 06.2021
Writing Instructor/Tutor
Portland State University
10.2004 - 03.2006
Instructor/Liaison
Pacific University
08.2004 - 05.2005
Instructor
Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District
08.2002 - 06.2004
Instructor
Beverly Hills Unified School District
08.2001 - 06.2002
Instructor
Forest Grove School District
08.1999 - 06.2001
Doctorate - K-12 Leadership in Administration
Capella University
Masters Education - Instructional Technology
American Intercontinental University
Bachelors - Theater Arts major, English minor
Washington State University