Laura Montes
Miami,FL
Summary
Dynamic arts educator with a proven track record at Ransom Everglades School, excelling in strategic project management and high-touch client relations. Successfully directed mainstage productions and established a vocal ensemble, enhancing student engagement and community collaboration. Bilingual proficiency and effective communication skills fostered a vibrant, inclusive learning environment.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Drama Instructor, Choral Conductor & Theater Director
Ransom Everglades School
Miami, FL
01.2021 - Current
- Established RE Vocal Ensemble, fostering program growth and enriching students' vocal experiences.
- Directed mainstage productions, coordinating logistics and engaging community stakeholders to enhance performance quality.
- Cultivated relationships within influential private school community, strengthening collaboration and support for arts initiatives.
Fine Arts Department Chair & Academy Director
St. Brendan High School
Miami, FL
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Directed Fine Arts Department and Visual and Performing Arts Academy, fostering an environment for artistic growth and collaboration.
- Developed comprehensive curricula focused on high-level communication and creative self-expression.
- Oversaw faculty teams and organized large-scale events.
Music & Language Educator
Various Institutions (FL & NY)
01.2002 - 01.2015
- Developed and implemented foundational music and drama programs at St. Joseph (Jacksonville) and Our Lady of Lourdes (Miami), enhancing students' creative expression.
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student groups in various educational settings.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to enhance critical thinking and communication skills.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and feedback sessions.
- Taught Spanish at Good Shepherd (Brooklyn), fostering bilingual communication skills among students.
Education
Florida Real Estate Sales Associate License -
Gold Coast Schools By Colibri Real Estate
Miami, FL01-2026
Bachelor of Music - Vocal Performance
University of Miami
Coral Gables, FL06-2000
Skills
- Strategic Project Management
- High-Touch Client Relations
- Collaborative Conflict Resolution
- Team building
- Bilingual Proficiency
- Effective communication
Performance Experience
- Professional Soloist: Miami Lyric Opera, Don Pasquale (Norina); Miami Mozarteum.
- International Performance: Soloist, Concerto di Musica Barocca, Chiari, Italy.
Certification
CPR Certified
Core Real Estate Competencies
- High-Touch Client Relations: Expertise in navigating the expectations of Miami's most exclusive residential and institutional circles.
- Performance-Driven Negotiation: Years of experience in high-pressure environments, ensuring calm and effective advocacy.
- Bilingual Proficiency: Fluent in English and Spanish; expert at cross-cultural engagement and market expansion.
- Strategic Project Management: Proven ability to lead large-scale initiatives from conception to execution.
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Drama Instructor, Choral Conductor & Theater Director
Ransom Everglades School
01.2021 - Current
Fine Arts Department Chair & Academy Director
St. Brendan High School
01.2017 - 01.2021
Music & Language Educator
Various Institutions (FL & NY)
01.2002 - 01.2015
Florida Real Estate Sales Associate License -
Gold Coast Schools By Colibri Real Estate
Bachelor of Music - Vocal Performance
University of Miami