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Shawn Beasley

Newark,NJ

Summary

Trained professional with strong experience in traditional and modern approaches to teaching arts. Creates stimulating lessons for all levels of students. Believes in value of collaboration and committed to fostering classroom an environment that encourages students to think critically and expressively.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Drama Teacher

Brainiax Innovative Learning
09.2023 - Current

I taught students 6-12 years of age Theater basics such as Improvisation, Production, Script Analyzing, Story and Character development through Theater games and exercises.

  • Planned lessons to reflect group and individual student needs utilizing creative instruction.

Theater Camp Director

Ashland's Children's Voice
06.2008 - 10.2010
  • Maintained fun, learning-focused atmosphere by smoothly handling conflicts and developing culture centered around collaboration and personal responsibility.
  • Communicated with parents, staff and teachers regarding children or program issues.
  • Monitored camper behavior during activities, effectively handling discipline situations and encouraging positive behavior.
  • Supervised, guided and assisted students during crafts, art projects, games and other activities to provide developmental stimulation.
  • Offered campers compassionate support for personal and social issues, helping each develop positive skills for dealing with interpersonal conflicts.

YMCA Camp Collins Camp/Outdoor School Counselor

YMCA Camp Collins
06.1999 - 10.2001
  • Supervised camper activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity.
  • Planned weekly activities schedule for assigned group and facilitated smooth transitions for on-time arrival.

Mentoring/Teaching Assistance

AmeriCorps VISTA
12.2023 - 12.2025

Assisting teachers in the classroom. Assistance in After School programs and projects. Doing day to day duties at a Teen Youth Center such as Mentoring, Cooking, Tutoring, and Events. Lead a Drama Club, and put on a School Play.

Education

Theater Arts - Performance

Southern Oregon University
Ashland, Oregon
06.2005

Skills

  • Performance Coaching
  • Classroom Discussion Facilitation
  • Performance Organization
  • Rehearsal Direction

Accomplishments

  • AWARDS, Dean's List, Fall 2003, Ashland Oregon, Poets Master School Workshop Diploma- Famous Poets Institute for Advanced Poetical Studies Talent, OR, Editors Choice Award- The International Library of Poetry Maryland, Youth Employment Institution Scholarship Portland, OR Casey Family Program for Foster Youth Scholarship, Portland OR, 1999 ...Most Recent Award: NJCDC AmeriCorps Innovation Award 2024

Timeline

Mentoring/Teaching Assistance

AmeriCorps VISTA
12.2023 - 12.2025

Drama Teacher

Brainiax Innovative Learning
09.2023 - Current

Theater Camp Director

Ashland's Children's Voice
06.2008 - 10.2010

YMCA Camp Collins Camp/Outdoor School Counselor

YMCA Camp Collins
06.1999 - 10.2001

Theater Arts - Performance

Southern Oregon University
Shawn Beasley