Valerie Martire
Chicago
Summary
Dedicated educator with a passion for creating engaging lesson plans that inspire young learners to follow their dreams. Experienced in collaborating with teams to maintain a positive atmosphere while adapting to the unique needs of each student.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
The Actors Garden
Oak Park, IL
10.2024 - Current
- Create continuously engaging lesson plans.
- Maintain an empathetic and positive atmosphere.
- Think on my feet and adapt to every situation that arises.
- Communicate schedule updates/problematic behavior to the care takers of students.
- Stay on my feet and active for 5+ hours.
Artistic Production Coordinator
The Actors Garden
River Forest, IL
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Worked closely with the Artistic Director and Assistant Director of camp to create engaging lesson plans for campers.
- Gathered notes at the end of each day to send out to employers.
- Trained fellow employees on how to create lesson plans/carry out all necessary activities for camp.
- Taught various theatrical classes to groups of 30+ children aged 7-15.
- Choreographed/taught the choreography to all camp participants.
Camp Counselor
The Actors Garden
06.2018 - 08.2022
- Maintained camp counselor position for 5 summers in a row.
- Attended daily staff meetings to discuss curriculums/children's behavior to create better and more conducive learning environments.
- Accommodated last-minute schedule changes with a positive attitude.
- In charge of 30+ campers aged 7-15 daily.
- Taught the campers various theatrical classes, kept them safe/on schedule, maintained order during lunch/recess.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Acting
Illinois Wesleyan University
Bloomington, IL05-2024
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Communication
- Adaptability
- Team collaboration
- Providing a theatrical performance education
- Childcare
Timeline
Teacher
The Actors Garden
10.2024 - Current
Artistic Production Coordinator
The Actors Garden
06.2023 - 08.2023
Camp Counselor
The Actors Garden
06.2018 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Acting
Illinois Wesleyan University