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NELSON CHIMILIO

Summary

High passion, dedication and purpose.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Independent Contractor

Self-employed
The Bronx, NY
06.1999 - Current
  • Assisted in coordination of stage productions and dance events at Mind-Builders Arts Center's Theater Department over a span of five years.
  • Accumulated two decades of experience as a Teaching Artist (Acting) working with both non-profit arts organizations and independently.
  • Created self-produced plays for theater festivals and independent productions.

Assistant Arts Teacher

Bronx Charter School for the Arts
Bronx, NY
10.2021 - 06.2023
  • Provided guidance and support to enhance the overall growth and well-being of 315 students.
  • Aided the instructor in organizing and readying materials before each session.
  • Provided support to students throughout the process of completing and generating art projects.

Board Member

Community Board Six
Bronx, NY
09.2017 - 03.2021
  • Representing the community, putting the needs of the community before their own, and viewing their role as an opportunity to strengthen community bonds.
  • Advising government officials, reflecting the views of their neighbors, and advising government officials on how to best serve the local community.
  • Voting on issues, voting on matters before the committees they sit on, or before the entire community board.
  • Participating in committees, serving on committees that may have matters before them that concern the member's private interests and employment.
  • Disclosing conflicts of interest. Disclosing to the committee members the nature and extent of their private interests, if they wish to participate in discussions about such matters.

Program Manager for In School Partnerships

DreamYard Arts Project
Bronx, NY
08.2016 - 07.2019
  • Managed and oversaw contract portfolios for twelve partner public schools in New York City.
  • Facilitated communication and built stronger relationships among stakeholders; provided continuous administrative support for teaching artists, as well as coordinated school-based events involving the sharing of student work.
  • Contributed to the curation of annual arts festivals and the culmination of creative events in school settings.

Site Director (Icahn Charter School 3)

New York Junior Tennis and Learning
Bronx, NY
02.2014 - 08.2016
  • Coordinated the day-to-day activities of NYJTL' (DYCD-OST/21st CCLC) after school program
  • Oversaw a team of 15-20 employees and administered services for 150-200 participants.
  • Maintained compliance with both the Department of Youth and Community Development and Department of Health requirements

Site Manager for Supplemental Educational Services

Sports and Arts in Schools Foundation
New York, NY
09.2011 - 06.2012
  • Coordinated after school-tutoring services to support academic growth in underperforming public schools
  • Implemented training and supervision protocols to ensure teaching staff's compliance with Department of Education guidelines for after-school programs.
  • Monitored and managed SES tutoring within budget

Teaching Artist, Life Skills through Drama (Independent Contractor)

Learning through Expanded Arts Program
NY, NY
09.2002 - 06.2007
  • Consulted with traditional and special education public schools to enhance their instructional programs.
  • Implemented innovative art-focused training initiatives for educators.
  • Encouraged student creativity with motivation, positive feedback and constructive criticism.

Coordinator of Center Space (SEIU 1199 union position)

The Door
NY, NY
08.2003 - 07.2006
  • Developed, organized, and managed an engaging calendar of events catering to the age group of 12-21
  • Ensured efficient management and tracking of D.Y.C.D funded program initiatives
  • Developed and conducted workshops and activities focusing on social issues, leadership development, dramatic arts, and life skills training
  • Produced and designed special events, activities, and workshops in collaboration with interdepartmental committees
  • Managed a team of Center Space staff and volunteers

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Theater and Speech Communications

Muskingum College
New Concord, OH

Skills

  • Spanish speaking
  • Group workshop design and facilitation
  • Youth development and leadership
  • Writing
  • Performing arts training
  • Basic computer skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Valid New York State Driver's License
  • Cleared background check from two non-profit organizations
  • Fingerprint registered with the New York City Board of Education
  • Project Management
  • Project Planning

References

Furnished upon request

Certification

  • Valid New York State Driver's License
  • Professional rescuer
  • Remote First Aid
  • Mandated Reporting

Affiliations

  • Project Ready Mentor for New York Urban League
  • Member of Workers Writing group (formally with PEN America)

Languages

Spanish
Professional
English
Native/ Bilingual

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Assistant Arts Teacher

Bronx Charter School for the Arts
10.2021 - 06.2023

Board Member

Community Board Six
09.2017 - 03.2021

Program Manager for In School Partnerships

DreamYard Arts Project
08.2016 - 07.2019

Site Director (Icahn Charter School 3)

New York Junior Tennis and Learning
02.2014 - 08.2016

Site Manager for Supplemental Educational Services

Sports and Arts in Schools Foundation
09.2011 - 06.2012

Coordinator of Center Space (SEIU 1199 union position)

The Door
08.2003 - 07.2006

Teaching Artist, Life Skills through Drama (Independent Contractor)

Learning through Expanded Arts Program
09.2002 - 06.2007

Independent Contractor

Self-employed
06.1999 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Theater and Speech Communications

Muskingum College

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