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Gracie Leininger

Irvine,CA

Summary

Servant of God, passionate about combining her love for Christ with her love for the arts. She strives to share this love with others through Christ-centered education rooted in Lutheran doctrine. Mission-focused, trained educator with an extensive background in theatre, music, and ministry. Studied Theatre with an emphasis in Acting and Directing with a double minor in Music and Lutheran Teaching at Concordia University Irvine. Currently pursuing a California Teaching Credential in Theatre.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Camp Arcadia
Arcadia, MI
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Led morning youth program activities for 1-12 graders, including energetic, Christ-centered songs, skits, games and Bible studies.
  • Provided 1:1 care for children with special needs.
  • Created engaging songs and activities for elementary and preschool-age children.
  • Provided day care service for infants.
  • Coordinated, planned, and led worship services in a variety of styles for children, teens, and adults.
  • Extensively cleaned and organized indoor and outdoor spaces and equipment.
  • Provided a welcoming environment through greeting new guests and continuing positive guest engagement.
  • Prepared and served ice cream and snacks while engaging with guests.

Administrative Assistant

Lutheran Education Association
River Forest, IL
05.2023 - 09.2023
  • Carried out various office tasks and errands for the Executive Director.
  • Sought out contact information for every school in the LCMS to input into the company database. This involved extensive searching on the LCMS locator, school websites, as well as direct contact with schools.
  • Organized financial information sent via mail, and delivered checks to the bank.
  • Extensively organized office records and materials, both digital and physical.
  • Utilized company database software, as well as Microsoft software (Word, Excel, etc.), for various office tasks.

Early Childhood Educator Assistant

Concordia University Chicago
River Forest, IL
05.2023 - 09.2023
  • Engaged children with creative play, educational activities, literacy skills, musical endeavors, and Christ-centered development.
  • Aided teachers in caring for children ages 0-8 in various classroom settings, including serving food and supporting the children's physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.

Camp Counselor

Veterans Park District
Melrose Park, IL
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Organized a summer's worth of engaging games and activities for K-6th graders.
  • Created opportunities for creative growth (i.e., assisting campers in developing talent show performances).
  • Resolved conflicts between campers and staff members.
  • Supervised junior counselors.
  • Monitored students on field trips, while engaging them in fun and educational experiences.

Substitute Music Teacher

Maywood Fine Arts Association
Maywood, IL
09.2021 - 05.2022
  • Taught beginner-level piano and general music classes on occasion when the teacher was unavailable.
  • Explained basic music theory, musicianship, and music history to young children.
  • Connected with students from various backgrounds in a low-income area, including ESL students.

Assistant Drama Teacher

Maywood Fine Arts
Maywood, IL
09.2021 - 05.2022
  • Assisted the drama teacher in artistic direction, classroom management, and leading theatre-based activities.
  • Coached acting and character development with elementary and middle school students preparing for a play, individually and in groups.

Education

High School Diploma -

Walther Christian Academy
Melrose Park, IL
05-2022

Bachelor of Arts - Theatre, Double Minor: Lutheran Teaching And Music

Concordia University Irvine
Irvine, CA

Study Abroad Semester

Cambridge University
Cambridge, UK

Skills

  • Theatre Ministry Leadership
  • Worship Leadership
  • Leading Music for Children
  • Improv Training
  • Guitar, Ukulele, and Piano Proficiency
  • Vocal Proficiency
  • Collegiate Acting and Directing
  • Collegiate Choral Experience

Volunteer Experience

Light of Christ Lutheran Church- Irvine, CA: Worship Leader (Vocals, Guitar, Piano)

St. John's Lutheran Church- La Grange, IL: Worship Leader (Vocals, Guitar, Piano)

St. Paul's Lutheran Church- Melrose Park, IL: Resale Worker (Cash Register, Organization, Customer Service)

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Camp Arcadia
05.2024 - 08.2024

Administrative Assistant

Lutheran Education Association
05.2023 - 09.2023

Early Childhood Educator Assistant

Concordia University Chicago
05.2023 - 09.2023

Camp Counselor

Veterans Park District
05.2022 - 08.2022

Substitute Music Teacher

Maywood Fine Arts Association
09.2021 - 05.2022

Assistant Drama Teacher

Maywood Fine Arts
09.2021 - 05.2022

High School Diploma -

Walther Christian Academy

Bachelor of Arts - Theatre, Double Minor: Lutheran Teaching And Music

Concordia University Irvine

Study Abroad Semester

Cambridge University

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