Elizabeth Garrott
IB DP Theatre Teacher/Director and Language & Literature Teacher at Lincoln Community School- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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IB DP Theatre Language and Literature Cat 2: New Curriculum
International BaccalaureateMay, 2019- Oct, 2024 -
IB DP Theatre Category 3: Devising and Collaboration
International BaccalaureateJun, 2018- Oct, 2024 -
International Baccalaureate: DP Theatre
International BaccalaureateOct, 2017- Oct, 2024 -
200 hour Yoga Teaching Certificate
Yoga AllianceJun, 2016- Oct, 2024 -
International Baccalaureate: Mapping Assessment in the Core - TOK, CAS, EE
The International BaccalaureateNov, 2015- Oct, 2024 -
International Baccalaureate Theory of Knowledge (TOK) Teacher
The International BaccalaureateMar, 2015- Oct, 2024 -
International Baccalaureate MYP Language and Literature
The International BaccalaureateMay, 2014- Oct, 2024 -
SCUBA Advanced Open Water
PADIJun, 2013- Oct, 2024 -
International Baccalaureate CAS Coordinator Cat 2
The International BaccalaureateApr, 2013- Oct, 2024 -
Sailing Level 1 Course
Dubai Off Shore Sailing ClubNov, 2012- Oct, 2024 -
International Baccalaureate DP Language and Literature Cat 1
The International BaccalaureateJun, 2012- Oct, 2024 -
Balinese Arts and Culture
Dell'Arte International School of Physical TheatreFeb, 2003- Oct, 2024 -
English Teacher- Grades 7-12 - Level 2
Maryland State Department of Education - United States of AmericaMay, 2009- Oct, 2024
Experience
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Lincoln Community School
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Education Administration Programs
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100 - 200 Employee
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IB DP Theatre Teacher/Director and Language & Literature Teacher
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Jul 2017 - Present
Celebrating our 50th anniversary this year, the Lincoln School in Accra, Ghana offers the full IB diploma in PYP, MYP and DP. With over 70 nationalities represented, LCS is a compassionate international community. I am the DP Theatre Teacher, as well as the Theatre director of mainstage and smaller stage plays throughout the year. I also teach DP Language and Literature, provide support as a GR 12 Senior Advisor, and serve on the School Climate and Culture committee. Celebrating our 50th anniversary this year, the Lincoln School in Accra, Ghana offers the full IB diploma in PYP, MYP and DP. With over 70 nationalities represented, LCS is a compassionate international community. I am the DP Theatre Teacher, as well as the Theatre director of mainstage and smaller stage plays throughout the year. I also teach DP Language and Literature, provide support as a GR 12 Senior Advisor, and serve on the School Climate and Culture committee.
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Theatre
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United States
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Entertainment Providers
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Theatre artist/Performance Coordinator- Director, Producer, Playwright, Designer, Performer
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Jun 1999 - Present
Theatre resume includes professional regional theatre, summer theatre, amateur theatre and academic theatre. Experience includes new play development, devising ensembles, text-based processes, and physical creative exploration in San Francisco, Berkeley, Philadelphia, Washington DC, London, Uganda, and Ghana. Trained in directing, acting, design, and devising, I am well versed in most aspects of creative and production work. Theatre resume includes professional regional theatre, summer theatre, amateur theatre and academic theatre. Experience includes new play development, devising ensembles, text-based processes, and physical creative exploration in San Francisco, Berkeley, Philadelphia, Washington DC, London, Uganda, and Ghana. Trained in directing, acting, design, and devising, I am well versed in most aspects of creative and production work.
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International School of Uganda
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Uganda
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Education Administration Programs
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1 - 100 Employee
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CAS Coordinator/Advisor and IB DP/MYP Faculty
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May 2014 - Jun 2017
The International School of Uganda is the premiere academic institution in Uganda. We have a student body of approximately 540 students from Pre-K to GR 12. My work includes coordinating the CAS (Creativity, Activity and Service) Program, as well as serving as Senior Class Advisor, Language A DP Instructor (GR 11-12) , Drama MYP Instructor (GR 6-10), and Week Without Walls Experiential Leader and Organizer. I am also the Faculty Representative to the Board, and serve on several school event committees.
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Universal American School of Dubai
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Higher Education
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100 - 200 Employee
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International Baccalaureate Teacher - Language and Literature
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Aug 2012 - Jul 2014
The Universal American School in Dubai is a private, co-educational college preparatory k-12 International Baccalaureate school. I teach middle and secondary English Literature including courses in the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program.I assist the Experiential Education Coordinator and lead student groups in wilderness and service expeditions.
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CAS (Creativity - Action- Service) Coordinator
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Aug 2012 - Jul 2014
The CAS Coordinator supervises a team of faculty and external CAS Advisors and Supervisors in guiding International Baccalaureate students through their development in Creative, Active, and Service-Oriented pursuits. The CAS component of the IB curriculum provides a unique and critical opportunity for students to gain self-knowledge through unconventional experiences outside of the classroom. CAS activities require thought, planning, dedication, and reflection and give our students the support to use their time, talents, and spirit to improve the lives of others.In support of CAS and our Experiential Ed programs I have led pre-departure workshops for Mongolia and Ethiopia. I have led trips on the ground in the United Arab Emirates, Oman, and Tanzania.
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Artistic Director and Producer/Drama and English Faculty
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Aug 2009 - Jul 2012
Oversaw all operations essential to the Dulaney Theatre Program including selecting,directing, casting, rehearsing, designing, and producing fully mounted productions, teaching theatre courses, and marketing/activities. Theatre Productions at Dulaney include Macbeth - classical tragedy Totally Over You - contemporary comedy RENT School Edition - rock opera Big Love - contemporary dark comedy/physical theatre Urinetown - satirical musical Oversaw all operations essential to the Dulaney Theatre Program including selecting,directing, casting, rehearsing, designing, and producing fully mounted productions, teaching theatre courses, and marketing/activities. Theatre Productions at Dulaney include Macbeth - classical tragedy Totally Over You - contemporary comedy RENT School Edition - rock opera Big Love - contemporary dark comedy/physical theatre Urinetown - satirical musical
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University of Pennsylvania
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Study Abroad Resources Coordinator
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Jan 2006 - Jul 2007
Advised students in regards to their Study Abroad options through the University of Pennsylvania and helped students find and tailor their own unique experience abroad to inlcude service learning and experiential education. Support provided for students before, during, and after their experience abroad in the form of cultural and travel information sessions. Maintained resource library of options for students, provided full support for colleagues (Advisors, Associate Director, and Director), managed all incoming inquiries and communication, participated in marketing Penn Study Abroad.
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Berkeley Repertory Theatre
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United States
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Performing Arts
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100 - 200 Employee
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Production Assistant/Assistant to Director
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2000 - 2003
Assisted director, cast, stage management and stage technicians during rehearsal process with various needs according to request Led the backstage crew during tech week and during the run of the production in such tasks as: exercising discretion and care for all artists involved in the production, prop and set maintenance, problem solving in a high pressure situation, running all operations during the production, maintaining clear and open communication between crew, stage management, and cast regarding production needs and community needs.
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Education
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2003 - 2006
University of Pennsylvania
Master of Liberal Arts - Interdisciplinary, Anthropology and Creative Expression -
2003 - 2003
Dell'Arte International School of Physical Theatre
Certificate, Balinese performing arts and culture -
2007 - 2009
University of Maryland Baltimore County
MAT, Secondary Education - Teaching English -
1995 - 1999
Washington College
BA, Theatre
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