La Trina Rice
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Dynamic Elementary School Theatre Teacher adept at designing engaging theatre curricula and directing whole school productions. Proven ability in script analysis and classroom management; fosters a creative environment where students thrive. Experienced in mentoring staff and building community partnerships to enhance student opportunities.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary School Theatre Teacher
KIPP, NYC
Brooklyn, NY
09.2018 - Current
- Instruct students in the fundamentals of theatrical performance including voice projection, body language, script analysis and character development.
- Design and implement age-appropriate theatre curriculum, integrating storytelling, acting, puppetry, and improvisation.
- Annually direct and produce a (K-4)full-school production, managing rehearsals, set design, and student casting.
- Skilled in creating a positive, structured, and engaging classroom environment where students feel safe to express themselves creatively.
Work Experience Case Manager
Fedcap Rehabilitation Services
Brooklyn, NY
09.2006 - 09.2018
- Managed clientele by providing resources and pathways to the workforce.
- Maintained a case load of approximately 80-100 clients. Reached out to nonprofit organizations to build relationships in an effort to develop work experience programs that would prepare clients for the workforce.
- Trained and mentored new staff to ensure smooth onboarding of the companies policies."
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Theatre And Secondary Education
Sam Houston St. University
Houston, Texas05-1994
Master of Arts - Playwriting
Hunter College (Current)
New York, NYSkills
- Theatre curriculum design
- Script analysis
- Stage direction
- Voice projection
- Character development
- Classroom management
- Student mentoring
- Team Player
Timeline
Elementary School Theatre Teacher
KIPP, NYC
09.2018 - Current
Work Experience Case Manager
Fedcap Rehabilitation Services
09.2006 - 09.2018
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Theatre And Secondary Education
Sam Houston St. University
Master of Arts - Playwriting
Hunter College (Current)
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