Shannon Winpenny
Honolulu,HI
Summary
Instructor with excellent interpersonal skills and ability to foster positive learning environment conducive to success. Imparting comprehensive topical knowledge in varied modalities to enhance deeper learning. Developed meaningful test instruments to complement and validate course curriculum.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Improvisation Instructor
Manoa Valley Theatre
04.2023 - Current
- Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
- Optimized learning plans based on student performance and feedback.
- Promoted classroom safety, collaboration and best practices.
Arts Instructor
Hanahauoli Elementary Performing
01.2023 - Current
- I develop educational programming with the purpose of fostering communication through performance arts
Performing Arts Teacher
Iolani School
08.2018 - Current
- Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
- Assisted students in developing unique artistic skills and techniques.
Performing Arts Instructor
Momilani Elementary
01.2014 - Current
- I develop educational programming with the purpose of fostering and encouraging personal and professional growth in interpersonal and professional communication through performance arts
- I write, choreograph and direct up to 15 productions per year between the four institutions.
- Developed lesson plans surrounding various types of art, history and culture.
Acting Teacher
Diamond Head Theatre
09.2013 - Current
- Exposed students to diverse content to build perspective in drama pedagogy.
- Planned lessons to reflect group and individual student needs utilizing creative instruction.
- Modeled creative acting styles and techniques encompassing varied history genres and performance techniques.
- Implemented effective classroom management techniques to provide safe, calm learning environment.
Program Facilitator/Communications Skills Educator, Instructor
Kaiser Permanente
01.2012 - Current
- I develop workshops and a curriculum for physicians to improve communication skills and interpersonal/patient relationships
- This involved educating healthcare professionals in strategies to best serve their most vulnerable and at-risk patients
Improvisation Teacher
Ohana Arts
06.2016 - 06.2020
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
Arts Instructor
St. Louis Schools
01.2016 - 01.2020
- I developed educational programming with the purpose of fostering communication through performance arts
Co-Owner/Artistic Director
Laughtrack Theater Company
01.2008 - 01.2015
- As Co-Owner and Artistic Director, I was responsible for conceiving, developing, and implementing the artistic vision and focus of the organization, and for major decisions about the ongoing development of the professional and aesthetic values and activities after extensive consultation with the chief administrative officer.
Performer/Stage Manager/ Stage Member
Ohia Productions
01.2011 - 01.2013
- In this position, I performed several key responsibilities and tasks for each phase in a variety of successful productions
- This included scheduling and managing rehearsals, communicating the director's wishes to designers and craftspersons, coordinating the work of the stage crew, calling cues and actors' entrances during performances, and overseeing each
Education
Annoyance Productions
Chicago, IL04.2005
Improvisation
Io Conservatory
Chicago, IL03.2003
Improvisation And Sketch Comedy
Second City Conservatory
Chicago, IL01.2001
Skills
- Daily Facility Operations
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Classroom Management
- Interactive Media
- Instructional Techniques
- Instructional Assistance
- Curriculum Planning and Implementation
- Social Development
- Interactive Learning
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Personalized Support
- Knowledge in Area of Expertise
- Public Speaking
- Multi-Subject Instruction
Timeline
Improvisation Instructor
Manoa Valley Theatre
04.2023 - Current
Arts Instructor
Hanahauoli Elementary Performing
01.2023 - Current
Performing Arts Teacher
Iolani School
08.2018 - Current
Improvisation Teacher
Ohana Arts
06.2016 - 06.2020
Arts Instructor
St. Louis Schools
01.2016 - 01.2020
Performing Arts Instructor
Momilani Elementary
01.2014 - Current
Acting Teacher
Diamond Head Theatre
09.2013 - Current
Program Facilitator/Communications Skills Educator, Instructor
Kaiser Permanente
01.2012 - Current
Performer/Stage Manager/ Stage Member
Ohia Productions
01.2011 - 01.2013
Co-Owner/Artistic Director
Laughtrack Theater Company
01.2008 - 01.2015
Annoyance Productions
Improvisation
Io Conservatory
Improvisation And Sketch Comedy
Second City Conservatory
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