Stew Jamesson

Experience

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  Walt Disney World Resorts

  Jan 2006 - Jan 2011

  Interactive Performer

  Performed in Hollywood Studios as part of an improvisation troupe. Interacted with thousands of international guests daily through engaging, 30-minute scenarios.

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  Museum of Science and Industry

  Jan 2011 - Jan 2014

  Education Facilitator

  Facilitated guided tours of a German WWII U Submarine. • Educated school groups on the Battle of Atlantic through engaging narrative and historically accurate lessons.

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  Big Chicks

  Nov 2013 - now

  Trivia Host

  Every Tuesday & Wednesday night I perform to packed out crowds a high energy trivia show ranging in many different topics. The show is designed to provide escapism from daily stress. Tuesday Nights at 8 PM - O'Donovan's 2100 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago IL 60618Wednesday Nights at 8 PM - Big Chicks 5024 N Sheridan Rd. Chicago IL 60640

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  Lakeview High School

  Jan 2015 - Jan 2015

  Student Teacher

  Taught three classes of freshman US honors history and co-taught two US AP classes.• Designed art integrated class projects, lesson plans and assessments.• Prepared students for AP exams by collaborating with the corresponding teacher.• Assisted those required extra help preparing for exams by conducting after school study sessions.

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  The Chicago High School for the Arts

  Jan 2015 - Jan 2017

  Social Science Teacher | Conservatory Faculty |Theater Conservatory Substitute

  Developed, student-centric, common core state standards (CCSS)-aligned US history curriculum based on Understanding by Design and Project-Based-Learning for Honors College Prep and AP level course principles.• Implemented an interdisciplinary unit plan that included skills and content goals.• Ensured that activities remained accessible to all students by differentiating lessons to accommodate individual education (IEPs) and 504 plans and several reading levels. • Provided professional responses to intervention (RtI) for students struggling in the classroom by consistently communicating relevant data with the grade level team. • Encouraged parent involvement in the classroom with frequent updates and prompt responses to questions.• Designed visually-based class exercises including creating advertisement jingles for FDR’s New Deal Program.• Facilitated class discussions to promote critical thinking and compare / contrast skill-based learning. Show less

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  Stewpendous Productions

  Oct 2018 - now

  Chief Facilitator of Fun

  Founded in Chicago, Stewpendous Productions is fundamentally centered around providing joy, laughs, and fun for everyone through personalized experiences. We desire to provide escapism from the daily grind of work and life.Whether you’re celebrating another trip around the sun, getting married to your one true love or trying to boost productivity at the office, Stewpendous Trivia is ready to provide a fun, customized experience for you!