Kemba Lodescar
Bellmore,NY
Summary
Dedicated and skilled theatre educator bringing over 8 years of educational and musical performance achievements in and outside of the elementary school setting. I am proficient in implementing musical performances as well as teaching students via traditional classroom and multimedia strategies. I excel at bringing literary and dramatic pieces to life, to engage students of varying needs and abilities.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Theater Instructor
P.S 108Q, Vincent G Fowler School
Queens
09.2017 - Current
- Design and implement theater specific lessons for diverse learners according to the blueprint for theater.
- Exploring theater work like applying stage makeup and creating costumes, along with playwriting and show creation.
- Develop curricula that focus on skills development for public speaking and engaging students in their own creative works.
- Produce end of year theatrical productions.
Connected Arts Network Facilitator
Arts Office
Queens, NY
10.2023 - Current
- Facilitate monthly CAN borough-based PLC's to support teacher practice in promoting CR-SE and SEL in the arts classrooms.
- Engage with the action research process around inquiry related to ED&I.
- Facilitate intervisitations to promote teacher reflection and building best practices.
Arts Office Leader
Department Of Education
New York, NY
01.2024 - Current
- Act as a liaison between the Director of Theatre at NYC DOE and theatre teachers.
- Offer assistance to theatre teachers through professional development facilitations and as needed.
Music Director
World Impact Int.Youth Min
Queens, NY
02.2014 - Current
- Plan and implement engaging music lessons for students, including sight reading, basic ear training and vocal training.
- Schedule and oversee separate music rehearsals for vocal and instrumental groups.
- Produce end of year original musical productions based on students' interest.
Student Teacher
P.S 101 Elementary School
Forest Hills, New York
09.2016 - 12.2016
- Created and implemented lesson plans for group and individual students, using differentiation as needed to enhance learning
- Cultivated a classroom environment conducive to learning and growing, both academically and characteristically
- Promoted a positive and encouraging student to teacher interaction
Youth Choir Director
New Hope Family worship center
Brooklyn, NY
02.2013 - 03.2016
- Trained and conducted youth choir
- Managed citywide performances at major events such as the McDonald's Gospel Fest competition.
- Led special musical events including concerts, musical dramas, Vacation Bible School and seasonal services.
Drama Instructor
YMCA
Queens, NY
09.2012 - 06.2014
- Created and Implemented lesson plans based on the YLA curriculum
- Engaged students in preparation for culminating end of year performances
Education
Master of Science - Educational Theatre
City College of New York
New York, NY06.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education
York College, The City University of New York
Queens, NY12.2016
Skills
- Curriculum Development and Lesson Planning
- Performance direction and showcase
- Arts Integration
- Organize special events, school concerts, and theatre competitions
- Actor and Producer
Certification
- Childhood Education (Grades 1-6), Professional Certificate
- Theatre, Professional Certificate
Leadership and Volunteer Experience
Music and Theatre tutor - New Hope School
- Supported and enhanced learning techniques through the Arts, (special programs within the school and community programs). (2015)
Co Producer for Queens Youth Music Festival annual event
- Organized and directed student performances.
- Created a platform for youth to showcase and celebrate their talent. (2017)
Youth coordinator in community service
- Offered workshops and clinics for music, theatre and dance. (2016)
Honors and Awards
- Barbara Nickolich Excellence In Theatre Award Recipient- (2016)
- Hana Simonson Award For excellence In Teaching And Service Recipient - (2016)
- Youth Award For Community Service Recipient- (2013)
- Julius Pomann Memorial Award Recipient- (2011)
- Kurzweil Memorial Scholarship Award Recipient- (2011)
Timeline
Arts Office Leader
Department Of Education
01.2024 - Current
Connected Arts Network Facilitator
Arts Office
10.2023 - Current
Theater Instructor
P.S 108Q, Vincent G Fowler School
09.2017 - Current
Student Teacher
P.S 101 Elementary School
09.2016 - 12.2016
Music Director
World Impact Int.Youth Min
02.2014 - Current
Youth Choir Director
New Hope Family worship center
02.2013 - 03.2016
Drama Instructor
YMCA
09.2012 - 06.2014
Master of Science - Educational Theatre
City College of New York
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education
York College, The City University of New York
- Childhood Education (Grades 1-6), Professional Certificate
- Theatre, Professional Certificate
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