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I am a teacher and theater-focused educator with 18 years of experience building dynamic curricula and engaging classrooms. I specialize elementary education leveraging Theater, music and SEL to support student learning and foster an inclusive, collaborative environment where every student can thrive. My passion for music theatre, performance, direction, and student engagement informs my approach to mentorship, project-based learning, and community involvement. Beyond the classroom, I bring energy, creativity, and a collaborative spirit to musical theatre and education projects, helping students explore performance, storytelling, and design while developing essential communication and leadership skills. I have a BFA in Music Theater from Penn State University, and I am a professional singer and actress. I was based in NYC for many years where I headlined numerous musicals such as Cinderella, Beauty and the Beast and West Side Story. I have a Disney- like, broadway voice and I am classically trained. I am a great hire for your musical project!!…I am a teacher and theater-focused educator with 18 years of experience building dynamic curricula and engaging classrooms. I specialize elementary education leveraging Theater, music and SEL to support student learning and foster an inclusive, collaborative environment where every student can thrive. My passion for music theatre, performance, direction, and student engagement informs my approach to mentorship, project-based learning, and community involvement. Beyond the classroom, I bring energy, creativity, and a collaborative spirit to musical theatre and education projects, helping students explore performance, storytelling, and design while developing essential communication and leadership skills. I have a BFA in Music Theater from Penn State University, and I am a professional singer and actress. I was based in NYC for many years where I headlined numerous musicals such as Cinderella, Beauty and the Beast and West Side Story. I have a Disney- like, broadway voice and I am classically trained. I am a great hire for your musical project!!

Kirsten Orechiwsky

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Actor, Singer, Musician, +2

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I am a teacher and theater-focused educator with 18 years of experience building dynamic curricula and engaging classrooms. I specialize elementary education leveraging Theater, music and SEL to support student learning and foster an inclusive, collaborative environment where every student can thrive. My passion for music theatre, performance, direction, and student engagement informs my approach to mentorship, project-based learning, and community involvement. Beyond the classroom, I bring energy, creativity, and a collaborative spirit to musical theatre and education projects, helping students explore performance, storytelling, and design while developing essential communication and leadership skills. I have a BFA in Music Theater from Penn State University, and I am a professional singer and actress. I was based in NYC for many years where I headlined numerous musicals such as Cinderella, Beauty and the Beast and West Side Story. I have a Disney- like, broadway voice and I am classically trained. I am a great hire for your musical project!!…I am a teacher and theater-focused educator with 18 years of experience building dynamic curricula and engaging classrooms. I specialize elementary education leveraging Theater, music and SEL to support student learning and foster an inclusive, collaborative environment where every student can thrive. My passion for music theatre, performance, direction, and student engagement informs my approach to mentorship, project-based learning, and community involvement. Beyond the classroom, I bring energy, creativity, and a collaborative spirit to musical theatre and education projects, helping students explore performance, storytelling, and design while developing essential communication and leadership skills. I have a BFA in Music Theater from Penn State University, and I am a professional singer and actress. I was based in NYC for many years where I headlined numerous musicals such as Cinderella, Beauty and the Beast and West Side Story. I have a Disney- like, broadway voice and I am classically trained. I am a great hire for your musical project!!

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Blue Bell, United States

I am a teacher and theater-focused educator with 18 years of experience building dynamic curricula and engaging classrooms. I specialize elementary education leveraging Theater, music and SEL to support student learning and foster an inclusive, collaborative environment where every student can thrive. My passion for music theatre, performance, direction, and student engagement informs my approach to mentorship, project-based learning, and community involvement.

Beyond the classroom, I bring energy, creativity, and a collaborative spirit to musical theatre and education projects, helping students explore performance, storytelling, and design while developing essential communication and leadership skills.

I have a BFA in Music Theater from Penn State University, and I am a professional singer and actress. I was based in NYC for many years where I headlined numerous musicals such as Cinderella, Beauty and the Beast and West Side Story. I have a Disney- like, broadway voice and I am classically trained. I am a great hire for your musical project!!

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Work Experience

Senior Instructor at Applause Theatricals, Inc.

January 1, 2013 - Present

Lead class instruction in 45-minute sessions through abridged Broadway musicals that incorporate teaching points catering to children's development; supervise, lead and perform in special events for children (birthday parties, etc.), encouraging group participation and interaction through music, theatre and dance.

Prevention Specialist - Second Step Program at Aldersgate Services

August 1, 2022 - Present

Part-time educator delivering the Second Step program to equip students with social and emotional well-being skills, including self-regulation, empathy, and problem-solving; facilitate lessons and activities to foster a positive learning environment.

LTS-First Grade Teacher at WSD-Shady Grove Elementary

August 1, 2021 - June 1, 2022

Incorporates balanced literacy with Fontas & Pinnell, Heggerty (phonics), Wilson Fundations, & Being a Writer; runs literacy centers; implements Everyday Math; conference daily to identify strategies and assess reading levels; uses running records and ongoing assessments.

LTS-Kindergarten Teacher at CSD-Ridge Park Elementary School

August 1, 2019 - June 1, 2020

Incorporates balanced literacy with Fontas & Pinnell, Heggerty (phonics), Wilson Fundations, & Being a Writer; implements literacy centers; focuses on Investigations Math; conferences with students; running records and progress monitoring.

First Grade Teacher at Newtown Friends School

September 1, 2009 - January 1, 2018

Implemented Columbia Teacher’s College Literacy for Reading and Writing Workshop; taught Singapore Math with smartboard, iPads, manipulatives; utilized Wonders Reading & Writing; applied Responsive Classroom techniques; integrated music, theater and dance; conducted daily conferences and assessments.