I have had amazing opportunities to work with students over all grade levels from Pre-K to senior year of high school, as well as their parents, teachers, administrators, and of course the audiences at my drama club performances.
Henry Hudson Regional School
Theatre Teacher, 2019-present
Teaching grades 7 through 12, I develop a wide range of skills for my students, from their first introduction to theatre to Theatre Management and Acting classes at the high school level. I am currently directing You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown (grades 7-8).
Monmouth County Youth Theatre
Co-Founder, 2018 - 2021
Offering classes and performance opportunities for all students in grades K-12, I founded MCYT along with my partner, Kristen McKenzie, to give the students of Monmouth County a place to learn and grow through theatre!
Franklin Middle School
Theatre Teacher, 2017-2018
Teaching Grades 7 & 8, I instructed in the fundamentals of acting. I maintained and adapted curriculum to suit the changing needs of students. As advisor of the Drama Club, I produced and directed The Moustache and Once On This Island, Jr.
Exit 82 Theatre Company
Director, 2016-2018
Teaching students ranging in age from 6 to 15, I was a Camp Director for the Shore Stars summer program, run through Exit 82's CAPAA Program. With my partner, we co-directed Camp Rock, Once On This Island, Jr and The Little Mermaid, Jr. We also created design opportunities and instructed in the fundamentals of theatre production.
Lacey Township High School
Theatre Teacher, 2013-2017
Costume Designer, 2007-2012
Teaching Grades 9-12, I enhanced and developed a four year theatre program taking the student from the fundamentals of acting through the modern method and Chekhov’s plays. I developed curriculum for the program aligned to Common Core and to the needs and interests of students. I produced and directed nine full length mainstage shows, including H2$, Tell Us Your Story, Seussical, Stained Glass, The Wedding Singer, A Christmas Carol, The Mystery of Edwin Drood, Almost, Maine, and The Wiz. I established a bi-annual Shakespeare Festival, Improv Troupe, and award-winning participation in Bucks County Student Theatre Festival.
Newark Public Schools, Park Elementary
Theatre Teacher, 2012-2013
Teaching Grades K-8, I developed the pilot program for the school's first theatre classes and created curriculum based on Common Core and the needs and interests of students. I established the school's first Drama Club which produced two student-written original plays in its first year.