Melissa Toole
Bedford,NY
Summary
Creative Drama Teacher who teaches the only class like this one in the area. Throughout the session, the students experience unusual, imaginative activities like traveling on a magic carpet ride, going on a pirate gem hunt, or making a wish on a genie. Other times, they re-enact the activities they see their parents do every day such as going to a restaurant, driving a car, or working at a home office. At the end of the session, the children are the ones who develop the plot, create their own characters, and invent dialogue.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Children's Book Author
Bumble Bee Books
London , UK
2023.09 - Current
- Crafted compelling copy that resonated with target audiences. (children 4-8).
- Interacted with editors to address feedback and make necessary changes to content.
- Edited existing manuscripts for clarity and structure according to the client's requirements.
- The title of the book is "Time is on Your Side."
Disney Princess Camp Director
Myself
Bedford , NY
2023.07 - Current
- Created and currently run a princess summer camp for children 4-8.
- Lead campers in princess crafts, princess songs, princess scenes, and princess trivia questions.
- Every day of the week is devoted to a different Disney Princess.
Assistant Teacher, 4's
Landmark Preschool
Bedford , NY
2018.09 - Current
- Helped maintain a safe and orderly learning environment.
- Assisted classroom teacher in developing and implementing lesson plans.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills among students by posing thought-provoking questions during class discussions.
- Provided individualized instruction to students who needed additional assistance.
- Created calm and disciplined classroom environment to improve student focus.
- Arranged age-appropriate activities to help children develop interests and talents.
- Observed student performance and analyzed individual records to assess progress.
Drama Teacher
Landmark Preschool
Bedford , NY
2018.09 - Current
- Planned and implemented creative drama lessons for 3 and 4 year old students.
- Mentored students on how to develop their characters through improvisation techniques.
- Supported creativity by leading age appropriate drama games.
- Finished the session with a play that the children created themselves. ( I provided the costumes).
After School Drama Teacher
Pound Ridge Elementary School, BVES
Bedford And Pound Ridge , NY
2016.09 - 2019.04
- Mentored students on how to develop their characters through improvisation techniques.
- Encouraged students to take risks and explore different methods of expression through drama activities.
- Planned and implemented creative drama lessons for students of all ages.
- Supported creativity by teaching lessons improvisation.
Actress
Various
New York , NY
1992.06 - 2004.12
- Performed comedic and dramatic roles in both large-scale productions and small plays.
- Created believable characterizations by using vocal inflections, body language, and facial expressions appropriately.
- Organized headshots and resumes into portfolio booklets for casting agents and directors.
- Demonstrated professionalism when dealing with fellow cast members, crew members, directors.
- Developed characters through research, improvisation, and practice with the director.
- Starred in children's theatre- Goldie Lox in "The Three Bear First Hanukkah," Little Red Riding Hood in "Little Red Riding Hood."
Co-Host
MTV Networks
New York , NY
1997.04 - 1999.09
- Co-hosted a tv show on MTV called Oddville, MTV.
- Helped announce and interview the guests.
- Adapted quickly to changes in production requirements or schedules.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History, English, Theatre
Tulane University
New Orleans, LA1992-05
Skills
- Short Stories
- Originality
- Character Development
- Engaging Storytelling Abilities
- Inspiring Performance Coaching
- Creativity and Artistic Expression
Affiliations
- Avid Pure Barre member
- Proud mom of 2 boys, 19 and 17
- Comes from show biz family- parents and sister are actors (John and Sandy Gabriel, Andrea Gabriel)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Children's Book Author
Bumble Bee Books
2023.09 - Current
Disney Princess Camp Director
Myself
2023.07 - Current
Assistant Teacher, 4's
Landmark Preschool
2018.09 - Current
Drama Teacher
Landmark Preschool
2018.09 - Current
After School Drama Teacher
Pound Ridge Elementary School, BVES
2016.09 - 2019.04
Co-Host
MTV Networks
1997.04 - 1999.09
Actress
Various
1992.06 - 2004.12
Bachelor of Arts - History, English, Theatre
Tulane University
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