Curriculum Design
Sample Work & Curricula
A selection of lesson plans, activities, and curriculum materials developed for higher education and secondary theater classrooms — spanning Rutgers University seminars, international student transition courses, and K–12 theater arts programs.
Design Philosophy
"My approach to curriculum design centers accessibility and student ownership of learning. I create learning environments that offer multiple ways to engage and demonstrate understanding, recognizing that each learner brings unique strengths, experiences, and ways of expressing mastery."
Higher Education
Rutgers University — Curricula & Materials
Exploring Theater: First-Year Interest Group Seminar
UndergraduateA one-credit seminar developed to aid first-year students exploring academic, career, and co-curricular opportunities related to theater. Materials include lesson plans spanning academic success, wellness, diversity, and research skills.
Academic Success Lesson Plan
Google Doc
Personal Wellness Lesson Plan
Google Doc
Diversity & Inclusion Lesson Plan
Google Doc
Research in Theater Activity
Google Doc
Academic Coaching for International Students & RU-FIT
UndergraduateCurriculum developed to support international undergraduate students in building academic strategies, navigating university expectations, and managing their transition to studying in the United States.
Ethical AI Use Activity
Google Doc
SQ3R Method Padlet Activity
Google Drive
Office Hours Case Studies Activity
Google Doc
Correcting Faculty Emails Activity
Google Doc
Secondary Education
K–12 Theater Arts — Curricula & Materials
Introduction to Theatre Arts
Ages 13–18A 9-week self-paced course providing a comprehensive, standards-aligned introduction to theater arts. Covers theatre history, dramatic genres, acting, directing, playwriting, design, and musical theatre — developed collaboratively with a team of virtual theater instructors and undergraduate education students.
Full Course Curriculum
Google Doc — 9 Weeks
Acting
Grades 6–8Developed for a performing arts academy to introduce high-performing middle school students to fundamental acting theory, approaching textual material, and the self-reflective practice that elevates craft. Students prepare two contrasting monologues and one scene across a 12-week semester, culminating in a final performance festival.
Course Syllabus & Schedule
Google Doc — 12 Weeks
Monologue Peer Feedback
Google Doc
Theater Roles & Stage Directions Quiz
Google Doc
Brown Bag Introduction Speech
Google Doc