Michael H. Kocher
Homewood,IL
Summary
Performance artist with intensive training in theatrical history and technique. Audience-driven and dedicated to providing exceptional entertainment on tight schedules and budgets. Collaborative, hardworking, and driven to constantly improve my craft.
Paraeducator with extensive experience in small group instruction and student supervision. Works with underrepresented neurodiverse youth.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Play Reading Committee
Gaelic Park Players
Oak Forest, Illinois
03.2024 - Current
- Read and research Irish plays for production
Board Member
Playhouse Theater Company
Tinley Park, Illinois
01.2023 - Current
- Served as director of plays for young adults and adult audiences
- Involved with marketing productions on social media
- Help select casts and plays for production
Paraeducator/Substitute Teacher
Chicago Autism Academy
Frankfort, Illinois
06.2019 - Current
- Crisis Prevention Institute (C.P.I) trained and certified
- Experience implementing Applied Behavioral Theory
- ISBE ELS(PARA) License # 2404726
- Recordkeeping experience with I.E.P files
Security Guard
Securitas
Joliet, Illinois
01.2018 - 02.2019
- In charge of security for the night shift at a high volume retail distribution center
- Responsible for bookkeeping and keeping track of deliveries to the property
- Customer service
Cashier
Jewel Osco
Palos Park, Illinois
10.2012 - 01.2018
- Customer service
- Cash handling position with high standards for accuracy and efficiency
- Consistently scored high with customer feedback scores
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre
Arizona State University
Tempe, Arizona05.2012
Skills
- Computer proficiency
- Public speaking
- Conflict resolution
- Script writing
- Educational support
- Classroom management
- Documentation
- Hospitality and accommodation
- Cash management
- Mixology, BASSETT certified American Bartending School 2013
Timeline
Play Reading Committee
Gaelic Park Players
03.2024 - Current
Board Member
Playhouse Theater Company
01.2023 - Current
Paraeducator/Substitute Teacher
Chicago Autism Academy
06.2019 - Current
Security Guard
Securitas
01.2018 - 02.2019
Cashier
Jewel Osco
10.2012 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre
Arizona State University