EDUCATION – TEACHING

EDUCATIONAL THERAPIST

• Professional Tutors of America; Brea, CA

- Taught Basic Math, Algebra I, Reading, English, Humanities, History, Science, Chemistry to various students in South Central and Greater LA. Provided individualized intensive intervention and assessment for clients with a range of learning differences, including dyslexia, ADD, academic difficulties, language processing problems, motivational and self esteem problems, weak social, organizational, and study skills.
 

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION/TEACHER

• Sylvan Learning Center, Utah, Culver City, & Tarzana, CA

- Taught students ages 5 and up Beginning Reading, Academic Reading, Math, Writing, Study Skills, Speed Reading Assisted in School Administrative duties such as: Diagnostic Testing, Training Teachers, Developing workshops, Implementing Individual Educational Plans, Planning and Attending Teacher and Parent Conferences

PRIVATE EDUCATOR

• Orem, Utah and Los Angeles, CA
  
  - Used creative innovative methods to teach Elementary and High School students from various backgrounds a variety of subjects including Math, Reading, Writing and Study Skills. Home- schooled grade 2, 3,4 and 7 in all Academic Areas

BEVERLY HILLS TUTORING CENTER

• Beverly Hills, CA

- Home Schooled: Humanities, & English to children of celebrities. Tutored: Basic Math, English, Reading, Study Skills, Test Prep, etc.

THEATRE ARTS TEACHER

• Provo, Utah
  
   - Implemented a Drama program at Heritage Residential Treatment Center, a place for "at risk youth".

YOUTH COUNSELOR

• BYU, Student Leadership Development

- Worked as one of 18 counselors for 168 high school students planning to attend BYU.

- Planned and administered workshops and activities; provided stewardship over ten junior girls. Provided academic peer counseling and assistance.

ADMINISTRATIVE TRAINING ASSISTANT

• BYU Student Leadership Development

- Developed and presented part-time employee training programs for: department orientation, receptionist positions, computer programs, cash training, patron service, and customer training.

- Maintained inventory and check-out system for library resources and equipment.

- Provided general office support: filing, phone calls and typing.

- Assisted with planning and implementing selected department workshops and conferences

PRODUCER/DIRECTOR

• Musical Director & Songwriter for BYU's Annual "Traditions Showcase"

• Wrote, directed and starred in the Musical Revue, “Inside Out”

EDUCATION

• Bachelor of Arts in Theater and Film, Teaching Certificate – BYU

• Major: Theater Arts Education

• Minor: Media Music Composition , Psychology Education

• Associates Degree in General Education - Ricks College (Honor Student)

• C-BEST Certified : California

ADDITIONAL COURSES & INSTRUCTORS:

Voice Over: Delores Diehl

TV Show Hosting & Comedy: Paul Ryan

Acting for Film & TV: Tim Slover Directing Theory & Practice: Charles Metton

Acting Intensive: Michelle Danner, George Nelson

INTERESTS

In addition to singing, I enjoy writing and producing music, performing with my amazing Febi the Wonderpup , writing plays, painting, and drawing.