Goal-oriented Theatre Teacher enthusiastic about teaching communication through body language and performance. Distinct expertise gained during 30-year career. Experience providing opportunities for student expression using spoken, written, performative and digital forms of communication. Consistently recognized for inspiring student-centered approach.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Texas Education Agency
05.2021 - Current
Followed classroom plans and expectations left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts, proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Theatre Arts Teacher
Glendale Union High School District
08.1992 - 05.2021
Planned, adapted, executed lessons and teaching strategies to reflect group and individual student needs utilizing creative, inclusive and diverse content to build perspective in drama pedagogy.
Modeled creative acting styles and techniques encompassing varied history genres and performance techniques.
Produced 4 theatrical performances each year streamlining technical elements such as Costumes, Lighting, Sound, Set Design and Construction, Staging, Playwriting, Direction
Enhanced academic programs with innovative methodologies and collaboration.
Attended department initiatives for professional growth to meet career benchmarks
Managed Thespian society operations with elected students to promote individual thought and creativity.
Evaluated and graded 120 students' class work, performances, projects, assignments and papers per year with corrective comments to guide future growth.
Scheduled and Implemented 20 additional auditorium events annually in accordance with school calendar
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Implemented effective classroom management techniques to provide safe, calm learning environment
English Teacher/Theatre Arts Teacher
San Juan School District
08.1990 - 05.1992
Developed and implemented innovative lesson plans to engage and measure student progress in English language learning.
Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
Led classroom discussions to encourage students to analyze literature critically.
Education
No Degree - Theatre Arts
Central Washington University
Ellensburg, WA
08.2006
Bachelor of Science - English
Southern Utah University
Cedar City
06.1990
Minor - Theatre Arts
Southern Utah University
Cedar City, UT
06.1990
Bachelor of Science - Bible
Arizona College of The Bible
Phoenix, AZ
05.1986
Skills
Acting and Performance Techniques
Test Administration
Systems Analysis
Google Suites
Theater Production Coordination
Student Teaching Supervision
Achievements
2001- Awarded the Washington High School Achievement Above All- Teacher of the Year
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Texas Education Agency
05.2021 - Current
Theatre Arts Teacher
Glendale Union High School District
08.1992 - 05.2021
English Teacher/Theatre Arts Teacher
San Juan School District
08.1990 - 05.1992
No Degree - Theatre Arts
Central Washington University
Bachelor of Science - English
Southern Utah University
Minor - Theatre Arts
Southern Utah University
Bachelor of Science - Bible
Arizona College of The Bible
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