Katie Huitt
Wichita Falls,TX
Summary
Dynamic admissions representative with a proven track record at Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design, excelling in enrollment facilitation and relationship building. Successfully guided diverse students through financial aid processes, achieving a significant increase in matriculation. Passionate about mentoring and empowering students to realize their artistic aspirations.
Overview
1
1
Certification
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Remote Admissions Representative
Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design
Wichita Falls, Texas
08.2025 - Current
- Delivered presentations to hopeful students about the school and connected their needs and plans to our programs
- Guided artistically-minded individuals in selecting the most suitable art school path based on their unique needs
- Coordinated consistent follow-up with applicants to facilitate enrollment completion and resolve concerns or needs
- Assisted students with the application and financial aid processes, guiding them through enrollment documents.
- Built relationships and rapport with potential students
- Fostered relationships with students' family/support system to ensure the best results for the student
- Organized and maintained a database of prospective students to track their application status to meet and daily & weekly goals along with achieving student matriculation outcomes
- Facilitated orientation meetings, supporting students in establishing effective practices and acclimating to our LMS
- Led Google Meets, Zoom meetings, and breakout rooms to assist students in a number of ways
High School Teacher, Theatre and Reading
Graham High School
Graham, Texas
07.2018 - 05.2024
- Prepared and taught an array of theatre disciplines, including acting, technical, production, and musical theatre
- Built struggling theatre program back from an existing 36 students to over 150
- Produced three to four mainstage productions annually, engaging 20-60 students in each
- Facilitated and oversaw seven years of UIL One-Act Play contests, earning numerous accolades for the district
- Coached UIL Poetry and Prose/Oral Interpretation Events, resulting in multiple student advancements to regionals
- Collaborated with choir and junior high programs to facilitate district-wide musical productions
- Organized and implemented student educational travel, including NYC Theatre trips
- Led auditions, identifying unique strengths in each student and empowering them to make bold choices
- Mentored students, often through difficult situations and family issues, helping students have a safe space to be themselves
- Helped students select courses that would best serve them based on their schedule and academic needs
Pre-K Teacher
Pioneer Elementary
Graham, Texas
08.2017 - 07.2018
- Coordinated with team teachers to plan and implement rigorous lessons tailored to diverse learning needs
- Conducted ongoing assessments and analyzed data to inform instructional strategies that supported learner success
- Identified and addressed behavior issues to foster a cohesive classroom environment that enhanced learning for all students
- Prepared materials and facilities for a purposeful learning experience
Clinical Observation and Instruction
Graham High School
10.2016 - 12.2017
- Planned and executed custom lessons for theatre students, enhancing engagement and understanding of course material.
Teaching Assistant
Pioneer Elementary
07.2008 - 12.2013
- Facilitated whole group, small group, and individualized instruction to enhance student engagement and understanding
- Collaborated with lead teachers to coordinate classroom management plans, align teaching strategies, and plan successful learning environments
- Executed job-specific duties in cafeteria, on bus, and clerical tasks to support daily operations and maintain a positive learning environment
Substitute
Various campuses
08.2006 - 01.2009
- Executed diverse teaching assignments across local campuses to support learning continuity
- Implemented established classroom procedures to maintain a structured learning environment
- Adjusted teaching methods to fit new roles and classroom dynamics to unexpected roles and situations, ensuring seamless classroom operations
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - BFA Theatre Performance
Midwestern State University
Wichita Falls, TX05-2017
Skills
- Enrollment management
- Enrollment coordination
- Admissions counseling
- Financial aid guidance
- Data tracking
- Customer relationship management
- Student advising
- Presentation skills
Certification
CURRENT TX Certificate; All Level Theatre, Generalist EC-6 Specification, ECAP Alternative Teaching Certification Program
RELATED THEATRE EXPERIENCE
- Graham Regional Theatre, Graham TX 2012-present
- Serve on Board of Governors, 2012-present, help make decisions for the company including selecting plays and musicals for our seasons based on community standards, casting pools, and budget limitations
- Helped create publicity to promote shows using social media and website
- Have served as Director, Assistant Director, and Stage Manager for several productions
- Helped launch and co-direct Youth Theatre Camp, taught small groups of campers and oversaw rehearsals
- Assisted with GRTeens, an afterschool program for Junior High and High School students interested in any aspect of theatre, including performance, tech, and backstage
- Design and build sets, props, and costumes for multiple productions
- Acted onstage in various roles, chorus and principal
- Midwestern State University Theatre Department, 2014-2017
- Gained experience in costume and makeup design, set building and scenic design, and scenic painting
- Trained in acting techniques, including stage movement/combats and voice/stage dialects, worked extensively with character study and development, as well as script analysis
- Assisted in production elements preparatory and conclusive in design, backstage, and onstage
Accomplishments
- Teacher of the year nominee 2018, 2019, 2020, 2022, 2024; student nominated process
Timeline
Remote Admissions Representative
Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design
08.2025 - Current
High School Teacher, Theatre and Reading
Graham High School
07.2018 - 05.2024
Pre-K Teacher
Pioneer Elementary
08.2017 - 07.2018
Clinical Observation and Instruction
Graham High School
10.2016 - 12.2017
Teaching Assistant
Pioneer Elementary
07.2008 - 12.2013
Substitute
Various campuses
08.2006 - 01.2009
Bachelor of Fine Arts - BFA Theatre Performance
Midwestern State University