Grant MacEwan University (2004)
Diploma, Theatre Arts

University of British Columbia (2013)
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Interdisciplinary Performance
Award: Medal in Fine Arts

Global TESOL College (2005)
Foundation TESOL Certificate

Global TESOL College (2005)
Advanced TESOL Certificate)

Storybook Theatre, Calgary, AB, Canada 2013-present
Senior Theatre Class Instructor
Developed a long-term lesson plan focused on teaching theatre fundamentals (acting, dancing, singing). Over the course of a 10-week programs students were challenged with theatre exercises and worked on collectively devising a public performance centered around the exercises and themes of the class.

The Art Gallery of Calgary/ Contemporary Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada 2013-present
School & Public Programs Instructor
Developed and taught curriculum based on contemporary and historical visual artists as part of the municipal gallery’s school and public outreach program. I was hired on as the theatre specialist in order to provide an interdisciplinary approach to learning about art. I incorporated role-playing and movement exercises aimed at facilitating the full scope of understanding in learning.

Rotary Centre for the Arts, Kelowna, BC, Canada
Drama/Movement Instructor 2011-13
Taught drama and movement to students age 5-13 who were enrolled in school district 23 of the Okanagan. Class work focused on encouraging class cohesion, working together, self expression, finding similarities in our differences and providing opportunities for students to create their own work and to present work publicly.

The City of Edmonton, A.C.T. Center, Rundle Park
Social Unique Recreational Fun Program Recreation Technician 2010-2010
Provide recreational drama activities for adults with disabilities ranging from A.D.H.D., Down Syndrome, Brain Injury and Autism. The focus is on building social, motor & speech skills.

Sarasas Ektra Private Bilingual School, Bangkok, Thailand
English/ Drama Teacher 2008-2009
Established a Drama department at the school which allowed for teaching English through mask work, storytelling, physical theatre, monologues, musical theatre and taught skills in creative thinking and ownership, leadership and team-work

Suan Sunandha Rajapat University, Bangkok, Thailand
English Language Teacher 2007-2008
Classroom catered to full integrate learning including students with learning disabilities such as ADD, ADHD, Down syndrome and autism.

MediaKids Academy, Bangkok, Thailand
English Teacher Recruitment Trainer 2006- 2007
Provided training to English teacher new recruits before sending them off to their placements in rural Thailand. I taught modules in class management, activities, cultural policies, specific language concerns, and work permits and visas.

MediaKids Academy, Bangkok, Thailand
Project Activity Manager 2006- 2007
As educational activity coordinator, I established and coordinated a successful English Camp branch in the company. Dealt with nationwide budget, cross-country transportation, large group activities, team management and hiring.

Srisawatwittayakarn School, Nan, Thailand
English Language Teacher 2005-2006
As an English language instructor for M.1, M.4 and M.5, I worked with the school to develop a new course and method of instruction entitled “Drama for Learning English’.

Nan Municipal Government, Nan, Thailand
English Language Teacher 2006-2006
Worked and taught English to Nan City municipal government community workers. Increase in customer service efficiency of health care professionals dealing with foreign patients increased in the following months.

GUEST TEACHING EXPERIENCE

SEITIES Art Gallery | Watching People Being Together
Guest Artist Instructor 2013
Austin O’ Brien High School High School, Edmonton, Canada | Creative Movement from Abstract
Guest Artist Instructor 2010

Strathcona Composite High School, Edmonton, Canada | Creative Movement / Butoh Workshop
Guest Artist Instructor 2009

Austin O’ Brien High School High School, Edmonton, Canada | Characters in Movement Workshop
Guest Artist Instructor 2005

Eastglen High School, Edmonton, Alberta | Characters in Movement Workshop
Guest Artist Instructor 2005

• Portuguese (speak, read, write)
• Thai (speak)
• Photoshop
• Illustrator
• In Design
• Audio-Visual Software
• Theatre Direct
• Social Media Marketing
• Live Art/ New Media
• Technology
• Team Leading
• Event Managing
• Project Managing
• Creative Troubleshooting
• Projection Design
• Interactive Design

Audio/Visual, Community Building, design, Live Art/New Media, Performing Arts, Public Speaking, Team management

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