Ke'Lea Wilkins

Instructs school aged children and teens on developing their vocal and acting ability.

Implements effective strategies to achieve the personal/developmental goals of the students and work with the students to reach their potential.

Fosters a safe, friendly, fun and warm environment where students are able to and encouraged to be weird, loud , make mistakes and take up space, while still learning and developing their instrument/craft.

Responsible for creating and executing lesson plans with the students varying needs and skill level in mind.

Monitors student progress regularly & provides parents with reports and updates on what is covered in class and any "homework" for the week.

Provides performance and acting opportunities for young artists looking to broaden their theatrical horizons in the community , and creates opportunities for recitals, collaborations and group projects

Regularly directs vocals for local community theatre productions in the Central Valley.

• Developed individualized lesson plans to enhance client performance and achieve goals.
• Collaborated with co-teachers on theatre skills and arts enrichment for kids aged 7-14
• Created and maintained a healthy, fun, free and safe environment for students to leave their day at the door and explore/work on their crafts
• Cultivated warm relationships with students' and their families, inviting them to not only observe, but participate in our group recitals and theatre games
• Successfully launched a sturdy theatre program for young students to learn about the art form and prepare them for future auditions, performances: including but not limited to: professionalism in the theatre, stage directions, how to slate , how to memorize, and how to improvise
• Was responsible for producing a show/ recital for each student who wished to participate to show families the progress of the student
• Led 8 different classrooms on two underprivileged campuses ( featuring age ranges from 1rst grade - 12th) during the Summer Arts Program as a theatre instructor. Each class had a group performance at the end of the summer. These are schools with very limited arts access

Assisted in preparation and serving of nutritious meals to students and staff.

Responsible for ordering all meals via our online food distribution site

• Maintained cleanliness and organization of food service areas, adhering to safety protocols, licensure etc.
• Supported inventory management with monthly trips to the grocery store for cleaning supplies, food items for special diet substitutions, and other miscellaneous materials needed for the child development program
• Performed various duties as assigned, including but not limited to clerical support, reception in the front office, additional custodial/ janitorial needs ( specifically during the pandemic) , and classroom/teacher support and assistance
• responsible for completing all mandated teacher assistant trainings as well as first aid, CPR and mandated reporter trainings
• Assisted with yard time , nap time and frequented the infant/toddler classroom for additional chopping of food to mitigate choking hazard
• established, maintained and regularly updated list of students who required any food and/or milk substitutions whether due to allergy, preference or diet necessity.
• Created and exhibited a professional and friendly environment whilst collaborating with other employees in order to work toward shared goals for the company and program
• reliable, punctual, dependable, and fantastic under pressure . a team player

• Assisted in meal preparation, ensuring adherence to dietary guidelines and nutritional standards.
• Managed inventory of food supplies, reducing waste through efficient stock rotation.
• Supported students and staff by maintaining cleanliness and organization of workspaces.
• Monitored food safety protocols, ensuring compliance with health regulations during service.
• was also responsible for reception and general clerical assistance at the front desk

• Managed front desk operations, ensuring efficient visitor check-in and appointment scheduling.
• Coordinated communication between departments to enhance service delivery and client satisfaction.
• Developed and maintained filing systems for client records, improving data retrieval efficiency.
• Assisted supervisor in miscellaneous duties as assigned