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Jessica Claire
Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA 94105
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Summary

Drama Teacher with strong background educating students on theater terminology, practices and performance techniques. Expert at creating fun and open environment to support learning while teaching students. Successfully enhanced students' knowledge, performance skills and self-confidence by leading interactive and engaging classroom activities.

Skills
  • Variance and risk analysis
  • Profit and loss accountability
  • Communication and presentation
  • Advertising and marketing
  • Knowledge of legal standards
  • Mac and PC proficiency
  • Excellent oral and written communication
  • Strong writing and verbal skills
  • Staff development and oversight
  • Written and verbal instructions
Experience
07/2015 to 07/2020
Theatre Teacher/Speech and Debate Teacher Pebble Hills High School City, STATE,
  • Created supportive learning environment by performing theatre.
  • Taught students theater terminology and performance skills.
  • Communicated with parents to update on student progress and address concerns.
  • Supported creativity by teaching lessons improvisation.
  • Researched extracurricular theatrical performances and suggested student attendance to observe techniques.
  • Planned class field trips, including holocaust museum to provide first-hand experiences and foster appreciation for theater and its purpose to the play I directed.
  • Instructed students on script reading, character and vocal inflection.
  • Developed curriculum and lesson plans to structure classroom activities.
  • Integrated technology in classroom by showing educational videos and promoting [Action].
  • Coordinated and directed dramatic performances involving up to 45 students.
  • Led activities such as TFA Tournaments and Cappies for students in groups and individually.
  • Maintained records to document attendance and parent information.
  • Developed and implemented skill-building activities focused on tool safety and proper construction abilities.
  • Earned positive feedback from parents regarding classroom instruction and student learning success.
08/2007 to 06/2015
Theatre Teacher and Speech/Debate Teacher Chapin High School City, STATE,
  • Integrated technology in classroom by showing educational videos and promoting Push, Pull and Observe.
  • Researched extracurricular theatrical performances and suggested student attendance to observe techniques.
  • Developed curriculum and lesson plans to structure classroom activities.
  • Taught students theater terminology and performance skills.
  • Supported creativity by teaching lessons improvisation.
  • Communicated with parents to update on student progress and address concerns.
  • Coordinated and directed dramatic performances involving up to 40 students.
  • Planned field trips to museums, galleries and art exhibitions.
  • Developed lesson plans to teach course materials according to schedule.
  • Led groups of youth in discovery exercises and offered personalized support to individuals in need of extra assistance.
  • Earned positive feedback from parents regarding classroom instruction and student learning success.
08/2002 to 06/2007
Speech Teacher/Theatre Director/Coaching Staff Member Bassett Middle School City, STATE,
  • Promoted collaboration and problem-solving skills by facilitating group projects and class discussions.
  • Created lesson plans to teach various aspects of communications, including ethics, social media usage and interpersonal communication.
  • Tracked student progress in online system, immediately implementing action plans for failing grades.
  • Utilized technology resources, including SMART Boards and Edmodo applications to develop lesson plans.
  • Maintained and updated pedagogy manuals for use by other educators.
  • Delivered informative lectures and used research materials to help students grasp concepts.
  • Fostered positive, student-centered classroom environment by encouraging opinion sharing.
  • Earned reputation for good attendance and hard work.
05/2000 to 08/2000
Actor/Technician/Dancer VIVA El Paso City, STATE,
  • Performed 30 outdoor musical and dance shows each year with VIVA and SRSU Ballet Folklorico company.
  • Entertained guests while simultaneously arranging and improvising popular music based on audience reactions.
  • Collaborated with other actors to brainstorm ideas.
  • Applied expertise in body movements, gestures and different forms of speech to engage audience members and drive engagement.
  • Helped prepare stages, move props and break down stages to support smooth productions.
  • Performed common-knowledge and original illusions to provide entertainment to diverse audiences.
  • Worked closely with directors, fellow performers and writers to identify and perfect optimal performance techniques.
  • Rehearsed lines alone and with partners or teams to solidify top-notch delivery.
  • Used singing, dancing and musical instruments to enhance performances.
  • Completed media interviews on television, radio and digital podcasts or videos to promote performances.
Education and Training
Expected in 03/2002
Bachelor of Arts: Communication/Theatre
Sul Ross State University - Alpine, TX
GPA:
Expected in
: Theatre And Communication
El Paso Community College - El Paso, TX
GPA:
Accomplishments

2009 UIL One-Act Best Play in District, Bi-District and Area

2009 UIL Debate State Qualifier

2010 Chapter School for National Speech and Debate Association

2010 UIL One-Act Best Play District, Bi-District and Area

2010 UIL Debate State Qualifier for CX Debate

2010 TFA State Qualifiers for CX, LD, and Duo

2011 UIL One-Act Advancing Play in District, Bi-District and Area

2011 UIL One-Act Best Actor in District and Bi-District

2012 UIL Debate CX Debate State Qualifier

2012 TFA State Qualifier CX, LD, DUO and Congress

2012 NSDA National Qualifier Congress and Duet

2013 UIL One-Act Advancing Play District, Bi-District, Area

2013 UIL One-Act Best Actor and Best Actress District and Bi-District

2013 NSDA National Qualifier Duet

2013 UIL CX State Qualifier

2014 UIL One-Act Advancing Play District, Bi-District and Area

2014 UIL Congress 2nd Place in State

2014 UIL CX Qualifier

2014 TFA State Qualifier Congress, CX and LD

2014 NSDA th place in the nation for congress

2015 UIL One-Act Advancing Play, District, Bi-District and Area

2015 UIL Congress 5th place

2015 NSDA Congress and Duet Qualifier

2017 UIL One-Act Alternate Play

2018 UIL One-Act Alternate Play

2019 UIL One-Act Advancing Play in District, Bi-District, Area

2019 TFA State Qualifier Congress

2019 UIL State Qualifier

2020 UIL State Qualifier for Congress

2020 TFA Stae Qualifier for CX and Congress

Activities and Honors
  • Member, Alumni Association
  • Founding President of Xi-Epsilon Communication Honor Society
  • Secretary in Alpha Psi Omega Theatre Honor Society
  • Sully Award 2001 - Excellence from a Dancer
  • Sully Award 2002 - Best One Act Play and Director
  • Sully Award 2002 - Most Dedication from a Dancer
  • Sully Award 2002 - Outstanding Student in Communication and Theatre
  • Sully Award 2002 - Founding President of Xi-Epsilon
  • Teacher of the Year 2006 Top 10 Finalist - Bassett Middle School
  • Deans List
Certifications
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Certified in Speech (6-12)
  • Certified in Theatre (PK-12)

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School Attended

  • Sul Ross State University
  • El Paso Community College

Job Titles Held:

  • Theatre Teacher/Speech and Debate Teacher
  • Theatre Teacher and Speech/Debate Teacher
  • Speech Teacher/Theatre Director/Coaching Staff Member
  • Actor/Technician/Dancer

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  • Bachelor of Arts
  • Some College (No Degree)

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