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KANE SHIMABUKURO

North Bethesda,MD

Summary

A dynamic and culturally diverse professional with over 10 years of experience in educational settings and the arts. A world-traveling, multilingual artist specializing in native and indigenous cultures, particularly in the Pacific region. Proven expertise in program development, event management, and community engagement, evident in roles such as a Production Assistant, Polynesian Cultural Consultant, and Artist in Residence.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Production Assistant

Tōsha CC
01.2022 - Current
  • Collaborate closely with the Founding Partner and Managing Partner to establish partnerships, draft Statements of Work (SOWs), and coordinate seminars with a focus on justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion
  • Responsibilities also include managing logistics, creating seminar content, and collecting feedback from clients.

Lead Teacher

Temple Emanuel Early Childhood Center
08.2021 - Current
  • Served as Lead Teacher using a Reggio Emilia-inspired approach, collaborating with students and co-teachers to introduce diverse curriculum topics such as music and sound exploration, and fostering a collaborative learning environment.
  • Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
  • Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
  • Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.

Program Coordinator

Hawaiian Entertainment Company
04.2014 - 02.2020
  • Orchestrated diverse cultural programs, overseeing content creation, inventory, invoicing, arranging travel arrangements, and seamless execution onboard various cruise lines
  • Played a pivotal role in creating a memorable and culturally enriching experience for cruise line passengers.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with external partners to facilitate program operations.
  • Collaborated with other program coordinators to achieve consistency in program objectives and services.

Artist In Residence

Carlos Rosario International Public Charter School
01.2014 - 01.2020
  • Actively contributed to heritage month celebrations
  • Taught students through music, facilitating performances of cultural expressions such as the Black National Anthem and offering ukulele lessons with instruction in the Hawaiian language.

Stand Manager

Merriweather Post Pavilion
01.2010 - 01.2015
  • Responsible for managing a staff of over 40, ensuring customers needs were met
  • This was a high volume, fast paced, environment
  • Responsibilities included, training new staff, conducting inventory, serving as a point of contact for Operations Managers.

Education

Associate of Arts - Social Sciences

Howard Community College
Columbia, MD
05.2021

Expanded Hawaiian cultural training and teaching -

Ka Pā Hula O Hina I Ka Pō La'ila'i
Kaunakakai, HI
01.2022

Continued Hawaiian Cultural Training -

Hālau Ha'a Kea O Mokihana
Fairfax, VA
2012

Received formal Hawaiian cultural training -

Hālau O 'Aulani
Arlington, VA
2006

Skills

  • Program Development
  • Project Coordination
  • Education & Instruction
  • Relationship Building
  • Community Engagement
  • Collaboration & Team Leadership
  • Cultural Competence
  • Event Coordination & Administration
  • Performance & Entertainment
  • Adaptability & Problem solving
  • Production Support
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Administrative Support
  • Creative Thinking
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Client Relations

Awards Activities

  • Adkins Award 2012 - Awarded for dedication to the Wilde Lake high school Choral program
  • Kuliaikanu'u Award 2012- Awarded to students who perpetuate and uplift Hawaiian Culture
  • Volunteered on the Arts & Culture Advisory Committee at Carlos Rosario Public Charter School
  • Volunteered at the Florence Baine 50+ Center teaching hula and other aspects of Hawaiian culture

Timeline

Production Assistant

Tōsha CC
01.2022 - Current

Lead Teacher

Temple Emanuel Early Childhood Center
08.2021 - Current

Program Coordinator

Hawaiian Entertainment Company
04.2014 - 02.2020

Artist In Residence

Carlos Rosario International Public Charter School
01.2014 - 01.2020

Stand Manager

Merriweather Post Pavilion
01.2010 - 01.2015

Associate of Arts - Social Sciences

Howard Community College

Expanded Hawaiian cultural training and teaching -

Ka Pā Hula O Hina I Ka Pō La'ila'i

Continued Hawaiian Cultural Training -

Hālau Ha'a Kea O Mokihana

Received formal Hawaiian cultural training -

Hālau O 'Aulani

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