
Career Roadmap
Sharon's work combines: Acting & Theatre, Education, and Communicating / Sharing Stories
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Education
Here's the path I took:
GED
Bachelor's Degree
English Language and Literature, General
California State University-San Bernardino
Graduate Degree
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
Central Washington University
Here's the path I recommend for someone who wants to be a Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education:
High School
Bachelor's Degree: English Language and Literature, General
Graduate Degree: Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
Learn more about different paths to this careerLife & Career Milestones
I've taken a lot of twists and turns
1.
Participated in community theater.
2.
Took dance classes, voice classes and acting classes.
3.
Worked in professional theater.
4.
Went to college.
5.
Became a teacher, general education.
6.
Learned that I could teach everything through theater.
7.
Got my masters.
8.
Full time theater department.
Defining Moments
How I responded to discouragement
THE NOISE
Messages from Parents:
You aren't pretty or small enough to become a dancer. Don't try theater, no one can get jobs in that area.
How I responded:
I packed my truck and traveled America. I found out I could do what I love to do and make a living.
Experiences and challenges that shaped me
I applied for scholarships and worked and went to school.