Nakee White
West Columbia
Summary
Drama Teacher with strong background educating students on theater terminology, practices and performance techniques. Expert at creating fun and open environment to support learning while teaching students. Successfully enhanced students' knowledge, performance skills and self-confidence by leading interactive and engaging classroom activities.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Theatre teacher
Richland School District One
West Columbia
08.2020 - Current
- Designed engaging lesson plans for diverse student groups in performing arts.
- Directed student performances, fostering teamwork and creative expression among cast members.
- Organized workshops and guest speaker events to enhance students' theatrical skills.
- Taught students theater terminology and performance skills.
- Managed classroom environment, ensuring a safe and supportive learning space for all students.
Theatre teacher
Montgomery County Public Schools
Troy
08.2012 - 06.2020
- Started a theatre program at two high schools in Montgomery County.
- Taught students 9-12 the basics of theatre arts and acting.
- Designed engaging lesson plans for diverse student groups in performing arts.
- Directed student performances
- Organized events to showcase student talents
- Wrote and directed several children’s plays for performances at elementary schools and the public library.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre Performance
Winthrop University
Rock Hill, SC 08.2000 - 05.2003
Lakewood High School
Sumter, SCSkills
- Knowledge of acting and performance
- Maintaining strong classroom management
- Implementation of Engaging Lesson plans
- Performance direction
- Offering an excitable personality
Accomplishments
- I am a professional actress and singer of the stage.
- I have worked and performed on the East coast from GA to NY.
- Companies include but not limited to: Virginia Stage Company, VA, Theatre IV, VA, MacHaydn theatre in NY, and Cohoes Music hall in NY.
- I am a playwright and voice actress.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Theatre teacher
Richland School District One
08.2020 - Current
Theatre teacher
Montgomery County Public Schools
08.2012 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre Performance
Winthrop University
08.2000 - 05.2003
Lakewood High School