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Los Angeles, Ca, Us

Los Angeles, California, United States

Los Angeles, California, United States

Synthesize case information and authentically portray characters to assist in medical student trainingProvide feedback to medical students on communication skills, empathy and professionalismParticipate in training sessions to enhance portrayal techniques and maintain standardsEstablish effective and cooperative working relationships with staff members, faculty, and studentsStay informed about medical terminology, procedures and healthcare practices

Los Angeles Metropolitan Area

Employ innovative teaching methods to inspire students to articulate their strengths in college essays Foster a supportive learning environment that encourages self-expression, growth, and achievementDevelop and deliver engaging workshops empowering students to craft compelling narratives Provide 1-on-1 guidance to scholarship students, resulting in a remarkable 75% acceptance rate to StanfordCollaborate with diverse range of schools to foster inclusive and equitable access to college resourcesCommunicate with school counselors and organization leaders to coordinate essay workshopsDemonstrate a deep commitment to educational equity and access by providing tailored supportServe on review committee responsible for meticulously screening all student-written essaysConduct personalized mock college interviews to build confidence and refine communication skills

Los Angeles & San Francisco Bay Area

Los Angeles, California, United States

Instruct in-person and virtual classes on Michael Chekhov Technique, scene study and script analysisDirect and produce student showcases to prepare for professional endeavorsCollaborate with Conservatory Director to set quarterly goals and initiate innovative initiativesDevelop comprehensive course materials and implement diverse teaching methodologiesEvaluate students progress and provide constructive feedback for growthAdvise and support students to foster academic and artistic growth

Pasadena, California, United States

Los Angeles, California, United States

Co-starred as Miles Davis in the World Premiere of Masao and The Bronze Nightingale @ Casa 0101 “a humorous, nostalgic, and moving epic and a primer on LA’s upbeat and sordid past, vibrantly delivered by a talented ensemble.” -StageRaw

Greater Los Angeles Area

Developed and implemented rigorous curriculum for a college admissions kickstart program, Consulted one-on-one with 100+ students on developing personal statements for college, Guide high school seniors through multiple drafts of college essays and supplements, Navigate students through the college application process to help them gain admission to top universities, including Harvard, UPenn, MIT, Cornell, UChicago, CalTech, USC, UC Berkeley, and UCLA, Advise students once admissions decisions were released, Design and present college admissions workshops for students and parents, Contribute bi-weekly content to the company blog, Eliteprep.com, Assemble and edit essays for company-wide resources and guides, Collaborate with directors to establish long-range goals for college application season, Build online systems to track student progress

Greater Los Angeles Area And San Francisco Bay Area

Teach intensive SAT/ACT/AP prep classes of 15-25 students, Implement daily lesson plans, including guided article discussions and debates, Customize and simplify course material according to student needs, Conduct one-on-one tutoring sessions in Reading and Writing, Guide students to consistent breakthroughs of up to 40% score increases, Headed Elite SAT outreach partnership with El Monte High School, Created a workshop to help first-time tutors acclimate and manage expectations

Los Angeles, California, United States

Performed in BLACKOUTS - A Livestream Theater Event

Los Angeles, California, United States

Starred in the World Premiere of Don Cummings' 'The Water Tribe' at VS. Theatre

Greater Los Angeles Area

Understudy for the World Premiere of Ethan Coen's 'A Play is a Poem'

Houston, Texas Area

Taught English, Math, History, Science, Art, and Physical Education classes, Implemented teacher’s instructions and lesson plans, Motivated students to keep them engaged and on track, Reinforced standards of behavior

San Francisco Bay Area

Taught High School Acting Intensive culminating in a live and video-generated performance showcaseCo-directed “Child Life” at Galileo High School in partnership with the 100 Journals Project, Coordinated a series of theater workshops with middle and high school community groups (Destiny Arts Center, Excelsior Boys & Girls Club), Facilitated post-performance discussions in high schools to foster increased arts awareness

San Francisco Bay Area

Performed in ACT mainstage Production of A Christmas Carol, Understudied multiple roles in ACT mainstage productions of Clybourne Park and Marcus, Or the Secret of Sweet.

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), English Language And Literature/Letters

Activities and Societies: Phillips Brooks House Association, Arts communityFirst Place, Boylston Prize for Elocution (Annual oratorical.

Master Of Fine Arts (M.F.A.), Acting, Theater/Theatre