Performed in Broadway-caliber theater productions, consistently achieving superior guest ratings for the entertainment division.
Provided assistance to guests needing information regarding the ship's venues, activities, performances, and ports of call.
Briefed new guests on all emergency and safety procedures.
Prepared emergency station team members by assigning duties and testing their knowledge of ship safety and evacuation protocols during weekly drills.
Teaching Artist
Coterie Theatre
Kansas City, MO
06.2022 - 08.2022
Directed, wrote, and choreographed musical plays performed by the students.
Collaborated with other teaching artists to develop lesson plans focusing on storytelling and musical theater production.
Communicated class updates, student progress, and behavioral issues to parents.
Ensured the general safety of 5- to 13-year-olds, providing immediate first aid as needed.
Substitute Teacher
The Barstow School
Kansas City, MO
08.2021 - 05.2022
Instructed preschool through 12th grade classes in homeroom, music, art, PE, history, math, science, STEAM, and foreign language for an average of 20 students per class.
Ensured compliance with school policies, teacher guidelines, and student IEPs to prioritize safety and meet learning outcomes.
Provided timely reviews for absent teachers, documenting attendance, successes, and behavioral issues.
Barista and Food Runner
Juli's Coffee and Bistro
Topeka, KS
08.2020 - 06.2021
Memorized regular customers' names and drink orders to strengthen rapport and brand loyalty.
Trained several new employees on register proficiency, customer service, drink preparation, and daily tasks.
Created and marketed specialty drink items to increase sales.
ESL Teacher
VIPKid
, Virtual
04.2019 - 05.2021
Taught one-on-one English lessons, incorporating a variety of skill-building activities for speaking, writing, reading, and listening.
Employed kinesthetic, visual, and auditory approaches to make lessons interesting and interactive.
Adjusted lessons impromptu based on students' individual needs and skill levels, ensuring that learning objectives were met within the allotted time frame.
TESOL Certification
Education
Bachelor of Music - Music Theatre
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS
12.2018
Skills
Public Speaking
Social Media Marketing
Microsoft Office
Phone Etiquette
Data Entry
Final Cut Pro
Audience engagement
Accomplishments And Awards
Kansan of the Year, 2020, Awarded by State of Kansas House of Representatives for 'contributing [my] talent, humor and compassion with penning the successful lyrics for 'Wear a Mask' song during the COVID pandemic.'
Distinguished Kansan in Entertainment, 2020, Awarded by Topeka Capital Journal for success of viral 'Wear a Mask (Be Our Guest Parody)' video