Amy Callaway
Roleystone,WA
Summary
Enthusiastic and motivated English and Drama teacher with passion for teaching. Student-focused leader with proficiency working with grades 7 to 12. Progressive-minded and energetic with history of creating supportive learning environments. Outgoing and flexible 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.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Drama Teacher
Gilmore College
Orelia , WA
2020.01 - Current
- Taught students theater terminology and performance skills.
- Assessed student performance in order to provide constructive feedback and guidance.
- Developed curriculum and lesson plans to structure classroom activities.
- Developed interesting course plans to meet academic, intellectual and social needs of students.
- Supervised technical crews during productions to ensure safety regulations were met.
- Supported creativity by teaching lessons improvisation.
- Collaborated with special education teachers to modify current curricula and production scripts to accommodate Individual Education Plans.
- Coordinated and directed dramatic performances involving up to 30 students.
- Incorporated community outings, extracurricular activities and enrichment field trips into program to motivate student growth.
- Choreographed musical numbers for school plays and performances.
- Organized rehearsals to ensure that all aspects of a production were running smoothly.
- Instilled cultural and foundation skills in students by teaching history of drama and theater.
- Provided opportunities for each student to reach fullest potential through artistic, creative expression.
- Coordinated with school, students and parents regarding afterschool rehearsals and performances.
- Instructed students on script reading, physical theatre and vocal inflection.
- Planned class field trips to local performances to provide first-hand experiences and foster appreciation for theater.
- Encouraged students to take risks and explore different methods of expression through drama activities.
- Managed classroom discipline by implementing appropriate behavior management strategies.
- Instructed students on the fundamentals of stage design, makeup, and costuming.
- Participated and assisted with set lighting design and assembling of stage props.
- Selected and obtained materials and supplies and performance pieces to prepare for classroom instruction.
- Directed and coordinated 3 theatrical productions between 2021-2022.
English Teacher
Gilmore College
Orelia , WA
2016.01 - Current
- Incorporated technology into daily lessons to enhance instruction.
- Planned and updated curricula and lesson plans to continuously improve subject coverage.
- Made learning grammar fun by involving problem-solving and language play.
- Compiled, administered and graded examinations and other assigned work.
- Encouraged active participation in group discussions about literature.
- Integrated media content in class to improve listening skill, speaking skill and vocabulary.
- Identified students' level of reading difficulty to provide appropriate reinforcement.
- Created lesson plans, handouts, and other materials for teaching English grammar, reading comprehension, and creative writing skills.
- Adapted teaching methods based on each student's unique needs and abilities.
- Created and used rubrics to assess student learning.
- Used school and public library resources to provide extra educational opportunities for students.
- Guided students to write for varied purposes and audiences to develop writing skills.
- Developed and implemented English curriculum to meet the needs of students.
- Organized extra-curricular activities, such as poetry writing competitions and debates related to the study of English literature.
Education
Postgraduate Diploma of Education (Secondary) - Education (Drama And English)
Murdoch University
Perth, WA2015-09
Bachelor of Arts - English & Creative Arts, Minor in Public Relations
Murdoch University
Perth, WA2013-08
Skills
- Fundamentals and History
- Curricula Planning
- Instructional Methods
- Performance Organization
- Rehearsal Direction
- Public Speaking
- Critical Thinking
Accomplishments
- Co-director for "Matilda Jnr: The Musical" held by Gilmore College 2021. The schools most successful musical to date.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Drama Teacher
Gilmore College
2020.01 - Current
English Teacher
Gilmore College
2016.01 - Current
Postgraduate Diploma of Education (Secondary) - Education (Drama And English)
Murdoch University
Bachelor of Arts - English & Creative Arts, Minor in Public Relations
Murdoch University
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