Drama teacher with years of experience in directing and producing school and community theatre productions. Strong background in acting, examination prep and theatre in education. Demonstrates talent for inspiring and motivating students to reach their full potential.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Drama Teacher
Freelance
Cobham, Surrey
01.2023 - 09.2023
Developed extra-curricular programmes to further encourage aspiring actors and performers.
Prepared drama students for practical and theory examinations.
Built student confidence in performance, presentation and delivery.
Evaluated students' work and provided constructive feedback to guide improvement.
Drama Teacher
Act Cape Town
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
01.2017 - 09.2022
Supported diverse student groups, including those with disabilities, special educational needs and mental health issues.
Used performing arts principles to build student confidence and socialisation skills.
Prepared drama students for practical and theory examinations.
Created engaging and educational lessons within curriculum guidelines and best teaching practices.
Devised fun, informative learning programmes for maximised student engagement.
Coordinated and delivered drama and theatre masterclasses from external providers.
Drama Teacher
Self Employed
Cape Town , Western Cape, South Africa
08.2006 - 12.2016
Prepared drama students for practical and theory examinations.
Communicated constructive student feedback to enhance learning development.
Built student confidence in performance, presentation and delivery.
Incorporated student feedback to improve final production performances.
Developed extra-curricular programmes to further encourage aspiring actors and performers.
Used behaviour management techniques to maintain productive learning environments.
Drama Teacher
South Fields Academy
Southfields, City of London
09.2002 - 07.2006
Created engaging and educational lessons within curriculum guidelines and best teaching practices.
Encouraged student participation in school performances and productions.
Maintained up-to-date curriculum knowledge to meet department responsibilities.
Prepared drama students for practical and theory examinations.
Identified student strengths and weaknesses through regular assessments.
Used behaviour management techniques to maintain productive learning environments.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology & English
University of South Africa
South Africa
03/1995 - 03/1998
Post Graduate - Acting
Academy of Live and Recorded Arts
London
09/1998 - 01/2000
QTS - Drama & English
Southfields Academy
London
09/2002 - 07/2005
NQT - Drama & English
Southfields Academy
London
07/2005 - 07/2006
Skills
Performance preparation
Speech and drama
Lesson planning
Acting and performing
Student assessments
Play directing
Public speaking
Languages
English
Native
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
‘Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.’