Alison E.
Private tutor in Los Angeles, CA
Education
New York University - BFA, Drama
Experience
Above all, I strive to EMPOWER my students! With personalized academic guidance and loads of positive reinforcement, I want kids to feel intellectually CONFIDENT, no matter what equation or essay topic they may encounter. EXPERIENCE: STAR Education: After School Teacher Fall 2014-Present Los Angeles, CA • Duties currently include: Preparing multiple lesson plans per week; Assisting with homework (K-5); Collaborating/assistant-teaching with co-instructors; Supervising clubs; Checking-in students; Granting “STAR Dollars” for positive behavior or academic excellence. Marquez Elementary School: Teacher’s Asst. January-May 2011 Los Angeles, CA. • Graded fifth-grade student “papers,” tests and homework assignments; Supported award-winning teacher and students in class as needed; Assisted in producing/directing/choreographing musical theatre productions based on American History curriculum; Led a sophisticated lunch-time play-reading/discussion club with the most serious and dramatic of fifth grade thespians. Wilshire Blvd. Summer Camps: Counselor/Arts + Crafts Asst. Summer 2010 Malibu, CA. • Supervised, entertained, and cared for a cabin of 8-9 year-old girls; Assisted the Arts and Crafts specialist and campers with daily art projects; Wrote and performed birthday skits for campers. Crossroads School Theatre Department: Assistant Director Summer 2009 Santa Monica, CA • Assisted Director in producing Howard Richardson’s Dark of the Moon with Middle School students; Acquired costumes and props for the production; Conducted acting exercises, warm ups, and scene studies. Crossroads Elementary School Science Mentor: Science Mentor/Teacher Sept.-June 2004 Santa Monica, CA • Brainstormed teaching material; Pitched and developed creative lesson plans; Worked closely with teachers deciphering curriculum needs; Supervised in-class projects; Performed songs/skits.
Availability
Weekdays in the afternoon, Weekdays in the evening
Can Meet
Up to 30 minutes away at my regular hourly rate
Hobbies
Outgoing and collaborative; Responsible and communicative; Excellent organizational skills; Creative, fun, and personable; An eager problem solver and enthusiastic employee! Love kids!
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