Jamie Obrien

Background

About Jamie Obrien

PROFILE Energetic and passionate educator with ten years experience teaching, directing, leading and mentoring students from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds and broad ranging skill levels in classroom and nontraditional settings. Rich and varying instructional experiences teaching English, Theology and Theatre. Offering an optimistic attitude and strong commitment to integrating the arts into various curriculums in order to create a contemporary and relevant forum for learning while simultaneously helping to shape reflective, self-directed learners who think critically and creatively. SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS • Proficient in working independently and collaboratively to develop programs and activities that reflect interdisciplinary themes and concepts. • Recognized for the ability to foster student creativity, curiosity and self-confidence, while stimulating and utilizing each individual’s unique gifts and talents. • Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills and an ability to respond to either children or adults responsibly and diplomatically. • Proven record of flexibility and known problem solver, easily adapting to new environments and changing priorities. • Developed, implemented and evaluated curriculum, especially the integration of performing arts into reading, language arts and theology instruction. • Extensive knowledge and immersion in social justice and community outreach with an emphasis on nurturing active and positive outcomes locally and globally • Coordinator and facilitator of all aspects of large and small group activities.