Teaches online

Teaches Beginner, Intermediate

Age: 5+

Teaching since 2013

Musical Theatre

About Melissa C.

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In addition to being a crafting junkie, I am an actor/writer living their second dream! Before moving to New York I served for six years in the Air Force and now I’m indulging my artistic soul. I was taught knitting by my grandmother when I was seven years old and haven’t stopped since! I have 25 years of knitting experience. My passion for the craft only grows with each project! I am also a seasoned teacher of all ages as a substitute teacher with Manhattan private schools and also a Musical Theatre and Acting Teaching Artist with The Secret Theatre in Queens. I have taught knitting independently for five years. I hold a Bachelors of English and a Conservatory Certification in Musical Theatre. I am currently pursuing my Knitting Instructor Certification with the Craft Yarn Council. Hope to meet you and share our passion of knitting!

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33rd Avenue

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Teaching Hours

Monday

4 AM-4:30 AM

4 PM-4:30 PM

Tuesday

4 AM-4:30 AM

4 PM-4:30 PM

Wednesday

4 AM-4:30 AM

4 PM-4:30 PM

Thursday

4 AM-4:30 AM

4 PM-4:30 PM

Friday

4 AM-4:30 AM

4 PM-4:30 PM

Saturday

4 AM-4:30 AM

2 PM-2:30 PM

Sunday

4 AM-4:30 AM

2 PM-2:30 PM

Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)

Pricing

60 minutes

$50

90 minutes

$75

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5 Reviews

Heather

Student's home

I can't say enough great things about Melissa. I had done some very basic knitting previously, and she taught me so many new tips and tricks in a very short amount of time. She's friendly, patient, and has a true passion for the art of knitting! It's inspiring to hear about the fun projects she's working on (usually as sweet gifts for other people). If you take a class from this super smart gal, you won't regret it!

Posted Jan 15, 2018

John

Student's home

As a clueless knitter, she taught me how to start stitching and helped me make an awesome hat I still wear today!

Posted Jan 6, 2018

Sarah

Student's home

Melissa was a great instructor for knitting. She walks you through each step and makes sure you completely understand the process. She walks you through casting a stitch, different stitches needed for each project, and how to go back and correct a dropped stitch. Her lessons are thorough and great for building the foundation needed for knitting well. She makes it simple enough for a beginner to understand and does so with humor and charm. I highly recommend Melissa!

Posted Jan 4, 2018

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Experience

Substitute Teacher

Nov, 2016 - Present

Manhattan Staffing

Substitute teacher for all subjects/all grades for Manhattan private schools.

Musical Theatre and Acting Teaching Artist

Oct, 2015 - Present

The Secret Theatre

Musical Theatre and Acting Teaching Artist for children 1st Grade through 12th Grade.

Program Manager

Jan, 2015 - Present

The American Musical and Dramatic Academy

Program Manager for Graduation Showcase programs/video payments and distributions.

Force Support Officer

Feb, 2008 - Mar, 2014

United States Air Force

Six years active-duty Air Force Officer. Specialized in Human Resources, Executive Commander Support, and Military Personnel. - DEFENSE MERITORIOUS SERVICE MEDAL - AIR FORCE COMMENDATION MEDAL - JOINT SERVICE ACHIVEMENT MEDAL - AIR FORCE ACHIEVEMENT MEDAL - ARMY ACHIEVEMENT MEDAL - MERITORIOUS UNIT AWARD - AIR FORCE OUTSTANDING UNIT AWARD - NATIONAL DEFENSE SERVICE MEDAL - AFGHANISTAN CAMPAIGN MEDAL - GLOBAL WAR ON TERRORISM MEDAL - MILITARY OUTSTANDING VOLUNTEER SERVICE MEDAL - AIR FORCE LONGEVITY SERVICE AWARD - SMALL ARMS EXPERT MARKSMANSHIP RIBBON - AIR FORCE TRAINING RIBBON - UNITED NATIONS MEDAL