Heather Bellinger
Summary
Detail-oriented secondary educator with four years of administrative experience as a theater program director. Specialized in student-centered and culturally relevant curriculum design and instructional practice. Personable and innovative professional with an eye for exceptional customer experience.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
LBCC College Now Teacher - English Composition
Santiam Christian Schools
2023.08 - 2024.06
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining timely and open communication and by cultivating a supportive and collaborative learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively and respectfully by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate dispositions, and kindly and consistently enforcing one's expectations.
- Implemented Culturally Relevant Pedagogy (Ladson-Billings, 1995) as part of student-centered curriculum design and instructional practice.
Theater Program Director
Santiam Christian Schools
2020.08 - 2024.06
- Project manager for three play productions, two drama classes, and other theater-related events during the school year.
- Mentored senior student directors in selecting, auditioning, and directing the middle school production (known as Jr. Players).
- Recruited students, school staff, parents, and adults outside of the school for acting, publicity, and educational workshops.
- Scheduled and supervised meetings with students and adult staff to discuss ideas, problem solve, and plan for future productions.
- Collaborated with multiple creative teams for the success of each production, including administrators, teachers, students, and parent volunteers through detailed written and oral communication.
Assistant Store Manager
Great Harvest Bread Company
2019.06 - 2020.08
- Managed cash registers efficiently, ensuring accurate transactions, balancing drawers daily, and minimizing discrepancies.
- Trained new employees on opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
- Enhanced store appearance for increased sales by maintaining cleanliness and innovating customer service strategies for Covid-19 health protocols and more positive customer experiences.
Education
Master of Science - Education: Curriculum And Instruction
Western Oregon University
Monmouth, OR2024-06
Bachelor of Science - English
Corban University
Salem2019-05
Skills
- Curriculum Development
- Project Management
- Critical Thinking
- Classroom Management
- Proficiency in Google Suite
- Lesson Planning
- Customer Service
- Strong Written and Oral Communication
Timeline
LBCC College Now Teacher - English Composition
Santiam Christian Schools
2023.08 - 2024.06
Theater Program Director
Santiam Christian Schools
2020.08 - 2024.06
Assistant Store Manager
Great Harvest Bread Company
2019.06 - 2020.08
Master of Science - Education: Curriculum And Instruction
Western Oregon University
Bachelor of Science - English
Corban University
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