Lynette Elsasser
Montverde,FL
Summary
Teacher and residential leader with over 20 years of expertise in education and administration, specializing in nurturing student growth and managing diverse teams. Proficient in teaching English Language Arts, musical theater, dance, and advanced software tools, bringing creative approaches to teaching and direct care. Committed to fostering an inclusive environment that encourages creativity and personal development through innovative educational practices.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
All Camp Director
Camp Wightman
- Oversee management of campers and camp personnel for 3 simultaneous camps.
- Supervised staff to ensure safe and effective camp operations.
- Coordinated daily activities to promote teamwork and personal growth.
- Facilitated communication between parents, staff, and campers effectively.
- Assigned and oversaw daily site cleanup by counselors and campers.
- Complied with safety rules to minimize incidents and accidents.
- Provided guidance for counselors on how to handle difficult situations with campers or parents.
- Inspected cabins on a regular basis to make sure they are clean and up-to-date on maintenance requests.
- Promoted positive work environment and staff motivation through effective communication and supportive team building activities.
Master Class Dance Teacher
Center for Creative Arts
01.2011 - 01.2015
- Teaching Master Classes in the Dance and Physical Education Departments of a Magnet School (6-12)
Dance and Fitness Teacher
Stepping Out Dance International
, Ireland
01.2004 - 01.2010
- Teaching Dance and Fitness classes
- Ireland
Choral and Theater Teacher, Dorm Parent
The Academy at Penguin Hall
Wenham, Massachusetts
03.2025 - 07.2025
- Teaching Choral Music, Musical Theater and Drama
- Designed engaging lesson plans for diverse student groups in theater arts.
- Facilitated rehearsals, guiding students in character development and performance techniques.
- Coordinated school theater productions, managing schedules and resources effectively.
- Integrated technology in lessons to enhance learning through multimedia presentations.
- Mentored students in audition preparation, fostering confidence and stage presence.
- Assessed student progress, providing constructive feedback on performances and skills.
- Taught students theater terminology and performance skills.
- Supported creativity by teaching lessons improvisation.
- Developed curriculum and lesson plans to structure classroom activities.
- Assessed student comprehension and achievement by providing grades based on class participation and assignments.
Residential Life Coordinator/English Teacher
Calverton School
- Running Residential Life Department
Site Director
WB Surf Camp
- Camp Leadership of Marine Science, Surfing and Scuba Camp
Camp Director
ID Tech
- Running a Tech Camp
- Oversight of campers, students and camp programming
Residential Director/Debate Instructor
Capitol Debate
- Heading up Residential for Camps at University of Houston, Harvard University, Princeton University and American University
- Teaching Debate and Public Speaking
High School English Language Arts and Chorus Teacher
Trinity Preparatory Academy
- Teaching ELA concepts
- Teaching Chorus Classes (Choir Director) to Grades 9-12
Summer Camp Director
KE Camps
- Directing Summer Camp (Scheduling, Programming, Logistics, Safety and Security)
CTE Business Keyboarding and Word-processing Teacher
Martin Luther King Jnr Middle School
- Teaching Keyboarding and Economic Principles to Middle School Students
Dorm Parent/ Guest Teacher
Fairmont Prepatory Academy
- Caring for students in a part-military Academy
Houseparent/Substitute Teacher
Glenwood Academy
- Caring for students in a part-military Academy
- Permanent Reading Substitute teaching Reading Concepts and Literary Content to Middle School Students
- Extracurricular Dance Teacher
- Summer Camp Enrichment Teacher
Houseparent
Hannah Grace Homes
- Caring for young people in a therapeutic Foster Care setting
Houseparent
Greg Norman Champions Golf Academy
- Caring for student athletes in a Golf Academy setting
Houseparent
Monument Academy Public Charter School
- Caring for boarding students in a home
- Imparting skills to support the 'whole' student
Houseparent
Leelanau School
- Caring for students in a Therapeutic Boarding School
Houseparent/Tutor
Providence Pass
- Caring for Students in a Therapeutic Program
- Providing Educational Support
Houseparent
Bishops Gate Golf Academy
- Caring for student athletes in a Golf Academy Setting
Residence Director/Resident Tutor
Madison ABC
- Caring for economically disadvantaged students
- Providing educational support
Substitute Teacher/Special Needs Classroom Assistant
Hamilton County Department of Education
- Providing cover for absent teachers
- Assisting in a special needs classroom to children with physical, emotional and intellectual challenges
Senior Administrative Supervisor
Health Service Executive
, Ireland
- Supervision of a group of 8 staff in a busy Regional Hospital-X-ray Department
- Ireland
Administrator of Deceased Estates
Department of Justice
, South Africa
- Legal Administration of Wills, Insolvencies, conservatorships etc.
- South-Africa
Education
Doctor of Education - Multidisciplinary Studies
Michigan State University
Masters of Business Administration -
MCA School of Business and Postgraduate Studies
Masters of Management - Team Management
ENEB- Barcelona
B.Iuris - Law
University of the Western Cape
Skills
- Microsoft Suite
- Positron
- PPARS
- Dancing
- Singing
- Musical Theater
Volunteer Experience
- Chaperone/Chaperone Co-Ordinator, Chattanooga Girls' Choir
- Camp Leader, Sunshine Camps (Youth for Christ)
- Choir Director/Organist, OAC
Websites
References
- Dr. Kristen Bush, drkirstenbush@gmail.com, (808)220-3316
- Jennifer Pugh, pughjennifer31@gmail.com, (202)815-5494
- Stacie Meadows, smeadows@aacps.org, (442)534-7786
Personal Information
Title: Teacher/Residential Leader
Languages
- Afrikaans
- Dutch
- Spanish
- French
- English
- Afrikaans
- Dutch
- Spanish
- French
Timeline
Choral and Theater Teacher, Dorm Parent
The Academy at Penguin Hall
03.2025 - 07.2025
Master Class Dance Teacher
Center for Creative Arts
01.2011 - 01.2015
Dance and Fitness Teacher
Stepping Out Dance International
01.2004 - 01.2010
All Camp Director
Camp Wightman
Residential Life Coordinator/English Teacher
Calverton School
Site Director
WB Surf Camp
Camp Director
ID Tech
Residential Director/Debate Instructor
Capitol Debate
High School English Language Arts and Chorus Teacher
Trinity Preparatory Academy
Summer Camp Director
KE Camps
CTE Business Keyboarding and Word-processing Teacher
Martin Luther King Jnr Middle School
Dorm Parent/ Guest Teacher
Fairmont Prepatory Academy
Houseparent/Substitute Teacher
Glenwood Academy
Houseparent
Hannah Grace Homes
Houseparent
Greg Norman Champions Golf Academy
Houseparent
Monument Academy Public Charter School
Houseparent
Leelanau School
Houseparent/Tutor
Providence Pass
Houseparent
Bishops Gate Golf Academy
Residence Director/Resident Tutor
Madison ABC
Substitute Teacher/Special Needs Classroom Assistant
Hamilton County Department of Education
Senior Administrative Supervisor
Health Service Executive
Administrator of Deceased Estates
Department of Justice
Doctor of Education - Multidisciplinary Studies
Michigan State University
Masters of Business Administration -
MCA School of Business and Postgraduate Studies
Masters of Management - Team Management
ENEB- Barcelona
B.Iuris - Law
University of the Western Cape