EDUCATION
Appalachian State University Boone, NC
Bachelor of Science, Teaching Theatre Arts, K-12 December 2007
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Hardin Park Elementary School Boone, NC
Teacher Practicum October and November 2005
Prepared two story drama lesson plans for a fifth grade class.
Collaborated with a colleague in the formation and presentation of the lesson.
Appalachian State University Boone, NC
Drama camp instructor June 2006
Prepared and taught five days of lessons for students between the ages of six and twelve.
Collaborated with a colleague in a puppetry workshop.
Appalachian State University Boone, NC
Teacher Practicum February 2007
Lectured an Introducton to Theatre class using an effective, self-designed PowerPoint presentation.
Coordinated with the professor to establish the information covered.
Watauga High School Boone, NC
Teacher Practicum March 2007
Prepared a pantomime and improvisation lesson plan for a high school Theatre Arts II class.
Taught a ninety-minute class period of Theatre II students unassisted.
RELATED EXPERIENCE
Weaverville Dance Academy Weaverville, NC
Dance assistant August 1997 June 1999
Assisted in the instruction and discipline of students ages 4-8 in learning dance techniques and combinations.
North Buncombe High School Weaverville, NC
Flute tutor March 2002 June 2003
Tutored two middle school band students in flute playing.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Coral Bay Seafood Restaurant Asheville, NC
Hostess/Cashier May 2005 August 2005
Escorted customers to their respective seating areas in order of table rotation.
Operated a computer-based cash register.
Packaged carry-out orders.
Belk Library, Appalachian State University Boone, NC
Films and Periodicals Desk Asst. March 2006 present
Identified, interpreted, and researched queries for students and faculty using online search databases and the online library catalog.
Assisted patrons in the retrieval of films and periodicals.
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Alpha Psi Omega
Secretary May 2005 May 2006
Performing Arts Club
President August 2002 May 2003
Secretary August 2001 May 2002
COMPUTER SKILLS
Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Adobe: Acrobat Reader, Photoshop
HONORS & ACTIVITIES
Chancellors Scholar
Appalachian Consortium of Theatre Teachers
Alpha Psi Omega Theatre Honors Society
Academic Honors Scholarship