Blake Hamilton Currie
Chicago
Summary
Teaching Artist with two years of experience in diverse environments. Good communicator and problem-solver and is adaptable to new or difficult challenges. Looking to contribute to the overall productivity and core values of an organization while sharpening my skillset.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Chicago Public Schools CPS
06.2025 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Member Service Representative
Planet Fitness
06.2024 - 11.2024
- Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
- Provided exceptional service through active listening, understanding member needs, and offering appropriate solutions.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently addressing and resolving inquiries and concerns.
- Maintained high-quality service by adhering to company policies and standards in all member interactions.
Teaching Artist
Bright Star Touring Theater
12.2019 - 06.2021
- Traveled across the country from school to school performing and working with children from ages 10–16.
- Developed and implement innovative and engaging lesson plans and activities that align with the curriculum and educational goals of each school visited.
- Create and maintain positive relationships with school administrators, teachers, and staff to ensure a successful and collaborative partnership.
Teaching Artist
Tennessee Shakespeare Company
09.2020 - 01.2021
- Taught specifically in the city of Memphis, Tennessee at high schools in which we primarily focused on the teaching of Shakespeare and how the students could further engage with the text.
- Develop and deliver engaging and interactive theater workshops to students of all ages, promoting artistic expression and creativity.
- Collaborate with school administrators and teachers to develop customized lesson plans and workshops that align with the school's curriculum goals and objectives.
- Design and implement curriculum for theater workshops that align with Tennessee state educational standards and address the specific needs of diverse student populations.
- Designed an innovative visual arts curriculum tailored for over 150 students aged 6–12, effectively fostering creativity and improving student artistic skills by 35% measured through pre- and post-class assessments.
Sales Associate
Old Navy
09.2019 - 12.2019
- Use knowledge of current sales and promotions to upsell and cross-sell products to customers.
- Exceeded individual sales goals by employing strong customer relationship management and up-selling techniques, greatly contributing to the store's overall profitability.
- Created a welcome environment for customers with greetings and maintaining the layout of the store.
Education
Master's of Fine Arts - Acting
DePaul University
Chicago, IL01.2023
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Performance
University of Memphis
Memphis, TN01.2019
Skills
- Linux
- Windows
- Mac OS
- Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Outlook
- Powerpoint
- Articulate
- Writing
- Speaking
- 60 WPM
Certification
- Google Cybersecurity Certificate
- Coursera - 2024
- Had plenty of experience with Linux, SQL, and many Microsoft adjacent tools.
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Chicago Public Schools CPS
06.2025 - Current
Member Service Representative
Planet Fitness
06.2024 - 11.2024
Teaching Artist
Tennessee Shakespeare Company
09.2020 - 01.2021
Teaching Artist
Bright Star Touring Theater
12.2019 - 06.2021
Sales Associate
Old Navy
09.2019 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Performance
University of Memphis
Master's of Fine Arts - Acting
DePaul University
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