Maya Wilson

Nationality: Dominican, American Alketou 16 Athens 11633 Greece -- EXPERIENCE EDUCATION International Rescue Committee, Lesvos, Greece — Theater Workshop Instructor Vassar College, Poughkeepsie Maya Wilson June 2022 - August 2022 Developed an intensive theater curriculum for Francophone refugee women ages 18-30 inside Mavrovouni camp. Led 2-hour long workshops on topics such as vulnerability, cooperation, and self-expression. Asterias-Starfish Foundation, Lesvos, Greece — Library Assistant NY — Bachelor of Arts in Drama, Education Minor August 2017 - May 2023 Relevant coursework: Intro to Psychological Science; Creative Writing; Issues in Contemporary Education; Intro to Special Education; Sources of World Drama; June 2022 - August 2022 Movement for Actors; The Created daily enrichment activities for children ages 4-10 inside Actor’s Voice; Dramaturgy Mavrovouni camp as well as assisted in coordinating the distribution and collection of over 3,000 books in 20 languages. Portsmouth Abbey School, Portsmouth RI— High School Jewish Federation of Dutchess County, Poughkeepsie NY — Communications Intern January 2022 - May 2022 Supported the Jewish Federation at events by taking notes and pictures. Diploma August 2013 - May 2017 Relevant coursework: Creative writing; Drama Workshop; Schola Managed social media and posted bi-monthly updates. Designed all information for social media channels. LANGUAGES Vassar College, Poughkeepsie NY — Vassar Education Collaboration Intern English (native), Spanish October 2021 - May 2022 Assisted the Vassar Education Collaboration with daily o ce duties, archival work, preparation of afterschool materials, general organization, (native), Italian (beginner reading level) French (beginner reading level) and lesson planning for di erent age groups. Occasionally translated PERFORMANCES communications for parents in Spanish. Bemused (Director, 2023) Vassar College, Poughkeepsie NY — Assistant for Alumnae/i A airs and Development Programs September 2020 - June 2021 Organized calendars by event for alumnae/i engagement. Created and managed RSVP lists for college events. Updated and uploaded confidential information to the alumnae/i directory. Created step-by-step tutorials for new interns to learn how to use our online database. Pippin (Ensemble, 2022) Mosquitoes (Lighting Intern, 2022) Our Dear Dead Drug Lord (Lead, 2021) Metamorphoses (Costume Shop Intern, 2021) Wimpfheimer Nursery School, Poughkeepsie NY — Nursery School Teaching Assistant September 2019 - May 2020 Assisted teachers in supervising, teaching, feeding, potty-training, and playing with the children. Collaborated with other student workers to create age-appropriate engaging activities for the children. Consulted the teachers about any confidential concerns regarding the children. Fingerprinting and child abuse clearance forms were required per NY daycare regulations. Paxos Grille & Cafe, Yonkers NY — Waitress/Hostess January 2019 - April 2019 Greeted customers as they arrived. Checked on customers regularly to ensure they were comfortable and enjoying their service. Took and served food orders. Bussed tables, keeping the restaurant clean and sanitary. Calculated final bills, occasionally running the register. Handled a high volume of customers in a fast-paced environment. INICIA, San Pedro de Macoris, Dominican Republic — AWARDS Vassar Fund for Living and Working Abroad (2022) Vassar College Scholarship (2017,-) Dom Ambrose Wolverton Drama Award (2017) The Music Prize (2017) The Public Speaking Award (2016) Diman Scholar -) Summer Theater Program Founder/Director/Instructor Summer 2016 & Summer 2017 Founded a summer theater program for undocumented, at-risk Haitian SKILLS girls ages 2-16. Taught team building, public speaking, music, Computer: Working movement, and acting skills to a group of about 20 girls. Created and knowledge of Microsoft executed lesson plans. Handled group dynamics as well as intervened O when issues of bullying arose. Moodle, Wix, Word Press, ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE The Vassar Night Owls, Poughkeepsie NY — Co-Pitch/Publicity Manager/Section Leader August 2017 - May 2023 Updated and maintained the Facebook, Youtube, Wikipedia, and Instagram pages. Created, designed, and uploaded all communications, posters, and upcoming information on social media platforms. Maintained community engagement. Led one-on-one a cappella rehearsals with assigned voice part once a week. “Bemused”, Poughkeepsie NY — Director December 2022 - April 2023 Conducted comprehensive auditions for actors. Maintained regular and e ective communication with the playwright to ensure a collective vision. Led and facilitated rehearsals four times a week and fostered a productive and collaborative environment for the cast. Engaged in weekly meetings with the Drama Department faculty. Provided one-on-one guidance for actors to improve their technique and skills. Cross coordinated between various departments (lighting, sound, etc.) to ensure a cohesive show. ce, Google Suite, Canva, Asana, RStudio, GarageBand, Final Cut Pro, Social Media Management (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Youtube, Pinterest, Snapchat, TikTok, Spotify), Data entry, Blogging Other: Childcare, Pet care, Food preparation and distribution, Harassment and Discrimination Prevention, Foundations in Health and Safety (Early Childhood Education and Training Program), Lesson planning, Active listening, Public speaking, Musical arrangement, Team building, Creative writing, Theater directing