Maddie Reese
Austin,TX
Summary
Trained professional with strong experience in traditional and modern approaches to teaching arts and human connection. Believes in value of collaboration and committed to fostering environments that encourage students and adults to grow intellectually, physically, emotionally, socially, and spiritually.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Theatre Teacher
TexARTS Association
05.2023 - Current
- Teacher for Acting, Singing, Dance, and Arts and Crafts classes for ages 5-15.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and implement innovative drama curriculum, resulting in enriched learning experiences.
- Boosted students'' confidence and presentation skills by providing constructive feedback on their performances.
- Enhanced student performance by incorporating interactive theatre techniques in lesson plans.
- Reference: Cassie Eckerman (210-508-3615), Kathleen McDowell (832-518-0012)
Server
The Switch
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
- Maximized table turnover rate by efficiently managing reservations and seating arrangements.
- Increased sales with upselling techniques and thorough knowledge of menu items, specials, and promotions.
- Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
- Managers: Deontae Sanders (737-268-2720), Jeremy Smith (318-512-0265)
Nanny
Beeber Family
04.2022 - 07.2022
- Worked as nanny for two sweet boys (ages 5 and 8) in the East Village. Picked boys up from school, took them to after-school activities, made them dinner, helped with homework and piano practice, and put them to bed by 8:00 every night. Additional job duties including dog-walking, cleaning the apartment, emotional support, and lots of playing pretend.
- Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children''s progress, needs, and achievements.
- Reference: Anna Beeber (917-520-8581)
Server and Hostess
The Chick Inn
09.2021 - 03.2022
- Worked full time hosting, bartending, and serving tables in Harlem, New York City. Additional job duties including reservations, expo, entertainment, section cleaning, and assisting in silverware, menu, window and mirror cleaning.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Managers: Maiquen Saez (931-801-4839), Tiffany Tyson (575-644-5654)
Server
Sundancer Grill
06.2020 - 07.2021
- Additional job duties including expo, section and expo trailer cleaning, and assisting in trash, menus, silverware, and dish cleaning.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of orders, resulting in satisfied customers.
- Arranged and sat tables at 50% capacity and upheld social distancing guidelines/mask regulations throughout the restaurant in the wake of COVID-19.
- Mgmt: Justin Kyle (512-791-2693), Jace Every (225-240-3613), Tyler Villareal (312-618-8843)
Front of House Team Leader
Rollins Theatre, The Long Center
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Front of House and lobby management for Summer Stock Austin’s 2016 and 2019 productions.
- Streamlined front of house operations for improved efficiency and productivity.
- Ran fundraisers for the Long Center's educational program.
- Reference: Ginger Morris (512-914-1738)
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Acting
Oklahoma City University
Oklahoma City, OK05.2021
High School Diploma -
Lake Travis High School
Austin, TX06.2017
Skills
- Comfortable in fast-paced, high stress environments
- Kid Magnet
- Audition Preparation
- Enthusiastic and energetic attitude
- Advanced Improvisational Skills (OCUImprov Captain 2019-2021)
- Voice Coaching
- Friendly and encouraging people skills
- Student Recruitment
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
American Sign Language
Limited Working
Timeline
Theatre Teacher
TexARTS Association
05.2023 - Current
Server
The Switch
09.2022 - 05.2023
Nanny
Beeber Family
04.2022 - 07.2022
Server and Hostess
The Chick Inn
09.2021 - 03.2022
Server
Sundancer Grill
06.2020 - 07.2021
Front of House Team Leader
Rollins Theatre, The Long Center
06.2019 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Acting
Oklahoma City University
High School Diploma -
Lake Travis High School
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