Evette Mason-Ferguson
HOUSTON,TX
Summary
Hardworking Educator with 16 years of distinguished Theatre Arts experience working with 9th-12th grade students. Extensive knowledge of Theatre and dedication to effective technology integration. Confident and detailed-oriented with dedication to organization and effective collaboration with various coworkers. Talented in public speaking, Committed to helping all students reach maximum potential. Driven Educator with experience using innovative methods and materials to produce effective learning experiences.
Overview
49
49
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc, Xi Alpha Omega
Houston, TX
06.2007 - Current
- Assisted with special events or programs.
- Maintained clean, neat and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Supported engaging, fun and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Greeted visitors and answered questions about program, requirements and opportunities.
- Coordinated food, clothing and household items for disadvantaged individuals and families.
- Engaged in community outreach to aid program mission centered on community support and enrichment.
Theatre Arts Teacher
Sterling High School
Houston, TX
08.2005 - Current
- Encouraged students to perform well and learn from failure.
- Planned lessons to reflect group and individual student needs utilizing creative instruction.
- Implemented effective classroom management techniques to provide safe, calm learning environment.
- Modeled creative acting styles and techniques encompassing varied history genres and performance techniques.
- Adapted teaching strategies to remain inclusive to diverse learning styles.
- Evaluated student assignments and projects with corrective comments to guide future growth.
- Produced five theatrical performances each year streamlining technical elements.
- Facilitated learning with aids, technology, and equipment to stimulate higher-level thinking.
- Exposed students to diverse content to build perspective in drama pedagogy.
- Scheduled shows and performances in accordance with school calendar.
- Held afterschool meetings and rehearsals in preparation for shows.
- Gathered display materials and distributed programs for shows and performances.
- Evaluated and graded students' class work, performances, projects, assignments and papers.
- Sponsored student fine arts clubs, attending club meetings and events.
- Engaged in corrective and disciplinary action when appropriate.
- Met with parents to resolve conflicting educational priorities and issues.
- Assisted in developing student-led after-school tutoring program to teach at-risk students.
- Attended department meetings and collaborated with other fine arts teachers.
- Attended department initiatives for professional growth to meet career benchmarks.
- Enhanced academic programs with innovative methodologies and collaboration.
Theatre Director
Sterling High School
Houston, TX
08.2005 - Current
- Remained composed and highly professional in fast-paced and constantly changing environment, effectively handling challenging situations and difficult individuals to achieve objectives.
- Remained highly composed and calm in very fast-paced, stressful and constantly changing environments to provide optimal leadership and achieve desired results.
- Participated in meetings with producers and production crew to keep program in step with creative vision.
- Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
- Reviewed scripts and made changes to improve wording, flow or interest levels, consistently producing highly successful shows.
- Found appropriate stories and ideas for programming to engage target audiences and hook advertisers.
- Identified and approved equipment and elements required for productions.
- Directed work of lighting and sound crews to coordinate efficient production operations.
Education
Master of Education, - School Counseling
University of St. Thomas
Houston, TX08.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre Arts
University of Houston
Houston, TX05.2005
Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Telephone Etiquette
- Adaptability and Dependability
- Clerical Support
- Community Outreach
- Google Suite
- Educational Outreach
Affiliations
TTAO-Texas Theatre Adjudicators and Officials
Texas Educational Theatre Association (TETA) Member
Certification
- Teacher Certification -Theatre (EC-12) 2005-2025
- School Counselor Certification -(EC-12) 2019-2025
Timeline
Volunteer
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc, Xi Alpha Omega
06.2007 - Current
Theatre Arts Teacher
Sterling High School
08.2005 - Current
Theatre Director
Sterling High School
08.2005 - Current
Master of Education, - School Counseling
University of St. Thomas
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre Arts
University of Houston
- Teacher Certification -Theatre (EC-12) 2005-2025
- School Counselor Certification -(EC-12) 2019-2025
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