SAMMANTHA HANKS
Lincoln,NE
Summary
Enthusiastic and motivated English teacher with a passion for teaching. Student-focused leader with proficiency working with grades nine through twelve. Progressive-minded and energetic with a history of creating supportive learning environments in the English classroom and Theatre program.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Theatre Director
Lincoln Public Schools - Northwest High School
Lincoln, NE
08.2023 - Current
- Staged, directed, and coordinates an average of 50 students through at 6-8 week production schedule.
- Established production expectations for students to create a predicable and productive working environment.
- Collaborated with the music director, technical director, choreographer, and parent boosters to meet production needs.
- Supported and assisted in any areas of production as needed.
English Teacher
Lincoln Public Schools - Northwest High School
Lincoln, NE
08.2023 - Current
- Encouraged students to critically think and discuss using a variety of teaching techniques in Oral Communications and English materials.
- Attended professional development training to improve knowledge and skills.
- Provided one-on-one help as well as differentiation of material in order to increase student understanding of course materials.
- Built strong relationships with students that emphasize boundaries and social-emotional awareness.
Theatre Director
Grand Island Public Schools
Grand Island, NE
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Staged, directed, and coordinated sixty ninth through twelfth grade students through an eight week musical/ six week one-act production schedule.
- Established production expectations for students to create a predicable and productive working environment.
- Collaborated with the music director, technical director, choreographer, and parent boosters to meet production needs.
- Supported and assisted in any areas of production as needed.
Freshman English Teacher
Grand Island Public Schools
Grand Island, NE
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Encouraged students to critically think and discuss using a variety of teaching techniques.
- Attended professional development training to improve knowledge and skills.
- Provided one-on-one help as well as differentiation of material in order to increase student understanding of course materials.
- Built strong relationships with students that emphasize boundaries and social-emotional awareness.
GIPS Fine Arts Camp Theatre Instructor
Grand Island Public Schools
Grand Island, NE
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Created and implemented grade level appropriate Theatre/technical Theatre curriculum for one hundred and thirty third through eighth grade students over a four week period.
- Worked to build an awareness of theatrical terminology, concepts, and practices in students by utilizing various games, exercises, lessons, and projects.
Student Teacher
Kearney High School
Kearney, NE
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Planned and executed lessons based on English and Theatre curriculum for students ranging from freshmen to seniors.
- Assistant director of the school musical Matilda.
- Preformed administrative tasks such as grading, documentation, and providing feedback to students.
Education
BAED - English Education 7-12
University of Nebraska At Kearney
Kearney, NE05.2021
BA - Theatre
University of Nebraska At Kearney
Kearney, NE05.2021
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Strong creative vision
- Program management
- Proficient in Google applications, Microsoft products, Canvas, and Synergy softwear
- Student engagement
- Self-motivated
References
Jenna Williamson- Northwest Tech Director
(308)380-1135
jwilli15@lps.org
Jesse LaBrie- GISH Vocal Music Program Director
(308)370-0979
jlabrie@gips.org
Kyle Beaman- GIPS Assistant Fine Arts Director
(308)379-9787
Kbeaman@gips.org
Maggie Deschaine- Northwest English Department Chair
(402)440-0908
mwiehn@lps.org
Accomplishments
- 2023 NSAA District B-3 Play Production Champion- Director
- 2023 Nebraska High School Theatre Awards Outstanding Production- Big Fish
- 2023 Nebraska High School Theatre Awards Outstanding Ensemble- Big Fish
- 2022 Nebraska High School Theatre Awards Outstanding Ensemble- Mary Poppins
- 2021 Outstanding Theatre Graduate- UNK
Timeline
Theatre Director
Lincoln Public Schools - Northwest High School
08.2023 - Current
English Teacher
Lincoln Public Schools - Northwest High School
08.2023 - Current
GIPS Fine Arts Camp Theatre Instructor
Grand Island Public Schools
06.2022 - 06.2023
Theatre Director
Grand Island Public Schools
08.2021 - 05.2023
Freshman English Teacher
Grand Island Public Schools
08.2021 - 05.2023
Student Teacher
Kearney High School
01.2021 - 04.2021
BAED - English Education 7-12
University of Nebraska At Kearney
BA - Theatre
University of Nebraska At Kearney
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