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Jonathan Greene

Jonathan Greene

New Orleans,LA

Summary

I am an innovative educator with extensive experience across diverse age groups and educational settings, specializing in theatrical education while proficient in teaching a broad range of subjects, including humanities, writing and literature, history, and earth/life sciences. I employ a holistic approach emphasizing differentiation and fostering student interaction and participation to create an engaging learning environment. For me education transcends the simple act of 'learning;' it encompasses the practical application of that knowledge both within and beyond the classroom. I hope to cultivate in students a deep-seated curiosity that informs their lifelong passion for learning and personal growth.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Adjunct Professor of Theater and Performance

University of New Orleans
01.2024 - Current
  • Teach one 4-credit Class per semester: History of Theater (survey), and Voice and Speech (practicum)
  • Direct student performed show
  • Provide special workshops around comedic performance, Commedia Dell'arte, and history of theatrical comedy.
  • Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning both during lectures and through self-guided projects.

Talented Theater Teacher

Hynes Lakeview
01.2020 - 01.2025
  • Special Education (talented theater) service for 47 students, grades 1st-3rd, 4th & 5th, 6th-8th
  • Redesign of program to promote skill growth and matriculation from entry to exit
  • Direct education classes, after school club management, direction of student based scenes and projects.
  • Create after-school program focused on Playwriting and production

Director of Performance

Country day Creative Arts Camp
01.2019 - 01.2025
  • Two 45 minute classes focused on comedy styles (Vaudeville, Variety, Follies, Sketch) for young adults.
  • Oversee 20+ local artists' in-class and out-of-class creative endeavors to fit framework of camp.
  • Conceive, Write, design, produce, and Run 'Morning Meeting,' an SNL style 20 minute 'show' each morning with 15 college interns.
  • Curate Programming for outside artists presenting to camper audience of 275.
  • Provide technical Direction for all classes and camp presentations.

Talented Theater Teacher

Lycee Francais Charter School
01.2018 - 01.2021
  • Special Education (talented service) for 25 students, grades 1st-2nd, 3rd-5th, 6th-7th, 8th-11th
  • Create and employ intuitive lessons that deepen learning, write IEPs, arrange and participate in parent teacher meetings.

MentorTeaching Artist and A4L Curriculum Coordinator

Young Audiences For LA
01.2015 - 01.2021
  • Collaboration and arts mentorship with 25 ELA and STEM teachers across 10 schools in 2 parishes
  • Creation of age-appropriate arts integration curriculum for non-arts teachers/ and students.
  • Lead Pull out Seminars for Master Teachers and Administration twice per school year.

Director, Drama Program

Jefferson RISE Charter School
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • .5 hours of in-class work for 30+ students, ages 12-16, specially selected for Theatrical intensive learning.
  • Student focus classes in: intro to storytelling, Improvisation, Viewpoints, Sketch Comedy, Character creation, collaborative creation and devising workshops.
  • Direction of fall/spring play.

Theater Arts Educator

Centre Stage School for the Arts
01.2010 - 01.2013
  • 25 hours/week in class experience, 25 hours/week outside direction/production projects

Specialty Classes Include:

  • Education and immersion in cross-disciplinary exploration of theater including: direction, design, writing, choreography, theater styles, photography, filmmaking (13+).
  • Introduction to advanced acting technique and theatrical style in an ensemble environment. 2 fully realized Productions per year (13+)
  • Adult classes for Working professionals learn basic principles of Linklater, Alexander, Meisner and non-theatrical introspection to gain greater control over performance abilities in personal or public settings. Exploration of vocal, physical, emotional techniques as well as advanced styles of performance in the service of a strong ensemble, put to use in scenes, monologues, and performances.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Independent Theater Studies

Boston University
Boston, MA
05.2003

Certificate Completion - Commedia Dell'arte & Movement

Teatro Del Vicolo Scuola Dell'atore Comico
Reggio Emilia, Italy
01.2002

John F. Kennedy Center Fellow - Direction

John F. Kennedy Center
Washington D.C.
01.2013

Skills

  • Education technology
  • Student performance evaluation
  • Learning management interfaces
  • Online classes
  • In-class lectures
  • Mentoring and tutoring
  • Multimedia integration
  • Course curriculum planning
  • Individualized instruction
  • Research and analysis
  • Workshop facilitation

Guest Lectures And Master Classes

  • Le Petit Theater, New Orleans, LA, 01/01/15 - 01/01/19, 4 hour master class: Clowning, The Physical Reality, and The Stage
  • Vermillion High School, Vermillion, SD, Fall 2013, 2-Hour Master Class: The Physical Performer (As part of The Bricklayers' Don Juan Tour)
  • Freeman Academy, Freeman, SD, Fall 2013, 3-Day Master Class: Clown For Youth (As part of The Bricklayers' Don Juan Tour)
  • Grand Portage Ojibwe Tribal Charter School, Fall 2013, 4-Day Master Class: Clown and Mask For Youth (As part of The Bricklayers' Don Juan Tour)
  • Moleac Pharmaceuticals, Winter 2013, 3-Day Doctor/Patient Role Play Intensive on 'promoting empathy'
  • Singapore Friends of The Museum (FOM), 2011, 2012, Guest Lecture: 'Dramatic tips to promote strength, poise, and connectivity in the role of museum docent'
  • Tanglin Trust International School, United World College South East Asia, 2011, 2012, Master Class: 'Dramatic Mask-work, character creation, and self-awareness.'

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Adjunct Professor of Theater and Performance

University of New Orleans
01.2024 - Current

Talented Theater Teacher

Hynes Lakeview
01.2020 - 01.2025

Director of Performance

Country day Creative Arts Camp
01.2019 - 01.2025

Talented Theater Teacher

Lycee Francais Charter School
01.2018 - 01.2021

Director, Drama Program

Jefferson RISE Charter School
01.2017 - 01.2018

MentorTeaching Artist and A4L Curriculum Coordinator

Young Audiences For LA
01.2015 - 01.2021

Theater Arts Educator

Centre Stage School for the Arts
01.2010 - 01.2013

Certificate Completion - Commedia Dell'arte & Movement

Teatro Del Vicolo Scuola Dell'atore Comico

John F. Kennedy Center Fellow - Direction

John F. Kennedy Center

Bachelor of Science - Independent Theater Studies

Boston University
Jonathan Greene