Kristina Holland Braza
Long Beach,CA
Summary
Trained professional with strong experience in traditional and modern approaches to teaching arts. Creates stimulating lessons for all levels of students. Believes in value of collaboration and committed to fostering classroom environment that encourages students to think critically and expressively.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Dance/Drama Teacher
LAUSD
01.2023 - Current
- Scheduled shows and performances in accordance with school calendar.
- Produced, directed, choreographed, & created all audio & visual effects for 4 theatrical performances in a year.
Itinerant Dance Teacher
LAUSD
08.2019 - 01.2023
- Taught and explained choreography by breaking down steps and demonstrating moves.
Itinerant Arts Integration Teacher
LAUSD
08.2017 - 01.2019
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
Itinerant Theatre Teacher
LAUSD
08.2014 - 01.2017
- Exposed students to diverse content to build perspective in drama pedagogy.
Fourth/ Fifth Grade Teacher
LAUSD
08.2002 - 01.2014
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
Dance and Gymnastics Instructor
Stardreams School of Dance
07.1995 - 01.1998
- Maintained fun-filled atmosphere with class participants while remaining professional and focused on achievement.
Education
Associate of Arts - Dance
Cerritos College
Cerritos, CA2020
Subject Matter Authorization in Dance K-12
Cerritos College
Cerritos, CA06.2019
Subject Matter Authorization in Theater K-12
Cerritos College
Cerritos, CA12.2015
Clear Multiple Subject Credential -
Beginning Teacher Support & Assessment Program
LAUSD06.2005
Preliminary Multiple Subject Credential -
District Intern Program
LAUSD01.2004
Bachelor of Arts - Film & Electronic Arts, Film Production: Directing
California State University At Long Beach
Long Beach, CA05.2000
Skills
- Scroll down to Video Highlights and watch Encanto:Inspired
- https://www20thstreetdolphinsorg/
- produced, directed, and choreographed
Timeline
Dance/Drama Teacher
LAUSD
01.2023 - Current
Itinerant Dance Teacher
LAUSD
08.2019 - 01.2023
Itinerant Arts Integration Teacher
LAUSD
08.2017 - 01.2019
Itinerant Theatre Teacher
LAUSD
08.2014 - 01.2017
Fourth/ Fifth Grade Teacher
LAUSD
08.2002 - 01.2014
Dance and Gymnastics Instructor
Stardreams School of Dance
07.1995 - 01.1998
Associate of Arts - Dance
Cerritos College
Subject Matter Authorization in Dance K-12
Cerritos College
Subject Matter Authorization in Theater K-12
Cerritos College
Clear Multiple Subject Credential -
Beginning Teacher Support & Assessment Program
Preliminary Multiple Subject Credential -
District Intern Program
Bachelor of Arts - Film & Electronic Arts, Film Production: Directing
California State University At Long Beach
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