JOSH GALITSKY
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Dedicated and exceptionally versatile educator with an impressive track record spanning over two decades, encompassing a diverse array of teaching and educational roles. My extensive expertise spans creative education, curriculum development, and fostering meaningful learning experiences. I am actively seeking opportunities to leverage my formidable teaching skills, unwavering communication prowess, and fervent passion for education to spearhead transformative and high-impact initiatives in the field of learning. Education & Certifications
Master of Arts in Theatre Education & Creative Writing, Emerson College, Boston, MA Bachelor of Arts in Creative Writing/ Theatre, University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA Experience
Scoot Education Los Angeles, CA 2021 - Present
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Empowered students by nurturing their independence and delivering dynamic, interactive lessons that ignited enthusiasm, relevance, and an unwavering commitment to enriching their educational journey. Tumbleweed Day Camp Los Angeles, CA Summer 2023
Director of Theatre and Art
Championed dynamic theater and art workshops, orchestrating captivating performances that ignited campers' creativity, honed their storytelling abilities, and nurtured their artistic talents, fostering growth and development. Bright Knights Academy Los Angeles, CA 2019 - Present Lead Creative Teacher
Conceptualized and methodically crafted immersive, interactive, and meticulously scripted educational adventure programs, delivering unparalleled learning experiences to schoolchildren across local parks and playgrounds. Plato Learning/Camp Half Blood Cheviot Hills, CA Summer 2022 Program Director
Dedicatedly promoted a comprehensive range of immersive, mythology-inspired educational programming, leading performance efforts, and orchestrating transformative training initiatives for dynamic campers aged 7-14. The Sacred Actor Santa Monica, CA 2000 - Present
Artistic Director/Producer/Playwright
Spearheaded and directed immersive, interactive, and multimedia educational workshops, resulting in the captivating creation and staging of original live productions. Orangetheory Fitness Santa Monica, CA 2017 - 2019
Director of Operations
Exercised comprehensive oversight of complete operational systems for three fitness studios, encompassing inventory management, budget administration, vendor negotiations, billing processes, performance evaluations, brand adherence, staff training, strategic team building, rigorous auditing, and stringent safety protocols. Josh Galitsky Page 2
Realm Creative Academy Santa Monica, CA 2014 - 2017 Drama and Story Specialist/ Lead Teacher
Fostered student autonomy while guiding them through the conception and execution of fully original creative writing and video projects. The aim was not only to enhance student engagement but also to ignite their enthusiasm and maintain their interest in the educational process. Psychological Healing Center Sherman Oaks, CA 2012 - 2014 Life Coach/ Staff Writer
Fueled personal, professional, and artistic growth by counseling individuals, facilitating goal-setting, promoting effective decision-making, and delivering critical feedback. Conducted comprehensive research, authored, and successfully published a book for a prominent clinical psychologist in Los Angeles, while also providing extensive editorial support to elevate her fiction novel into a captivating and polished narrative. Los Angeles Free Clinic, Project ABLE Hollywood, CA 2010-2012 Artistic Director
Directed an impactful Youth Education Program encompassing the creation and direction of compelling plays for young adults. These theatrical productions were performed in schools and homeless shelters, serving as a powerful educational tool to enlighten and empower Los Angeles youth on critical topics such as HIV, teen pregnancy, and drug abuse prevention.
Additional Experience
Writer
Collaborated with prestigious theater companies in Boston and Los Angeles, contributing to the conception and execution of captivating and highly successful theatrical productions. Script Reader
Conducted comprehensive script evaluations for the renowned industry leader, New Line Cinema, acquiring invaluable expertise in script development and storytelling enhancement. Theatre Critic
Provided authoritative insights and discerning critiques as an entertainment critic for New England Entertainment Digest and as a theatre critic for the esteemed New Bedford Standard Times. Proofreader/Editor
Delivered unwaveringly meticulous proofreading and editing services to Jakks Pacific Toy Company, upholding the highest standards of quality and precision.
Mentor
Fueled the creative fires of aspiring writers at the Young Storytellers Foundation, igniting their imaginations and nurturing the development of burgeoning talents.
Music Video Writer
Crafted mesmerizing narratives as a music video writer for FM Rocks, elevating the visual storytelling of acclaimed musical artists.
International Judge for World Monologue Games
Diligently evaluate and critique the creative and expressive merits of monologue performers while maintaining a culture of profound respect within the dynamic realm of creative competition.