Amir Abdallah
Chicago,IL
Summary
Friendly and upbeat dance instructor with a passion for supporting various dancers and artists. Proficient in choreography, performance etiquette, technique building, rehearsal management, staging, and creative direction. Passionate about establishing solid foundation and confidence within young artists in the performing arts.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Dance Teacher (Seasonal)
Steadfast Dance Company
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Planned routines for recitals and performances for groups ages 4-18.
- Planned, prepared, and delivered lesson plans introducing students to dance techniques within the primary styles of Jazz and Hip-Hop.
- Recognized and adapted to different learning styles to productively communicate and teach materials to all students.
- Created a healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline.
- Incorporated group bonding into lesson plans to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all students.
Choreographer/Assistant Choreographer
Temple City Brighter Side Singers
01.2021 - 08.2023
- Established and enforced safety standards, promoting warm-up exercises and proper technique.
- Developed new choreography for shows and organized rehearsals with team members.
- Led group conditioning, technique building, dance rehearsals, dance camp intensives, and prepared students for performances.
- Collaborated with fellow choreographers during the spring all- school musical seasons.
- Led group bonding activities to promote a friendly, safe and supportive environment amongst peers.
Dance Coach/Choreographer
Oak Avenue Auxiliaries
08.2015 - 08.2023
- Established and enforced safety standards, promoting warm-up exercises and proper technique.
- Implemented creative and challenging choreography to push students to next level.
- Discovered and utilized talents of team.
- Developed new choreography for performances and competitions and organized rehearsals with team members.
- Choreographed a variety of dance styles from Drill, Jazz, Lyrical, Contemporary, Novelty, Hip-Hop, Musical Theatre, and Cheer.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Created a welcoming and supportive environment for all students and staff.
Education
High School -
Temple City High School
Temple City, CAundefined
Columbia College
Chicago Chicago, ILSkills
- Clear Communication
- Rehearsal Planning and Management
- Versatility Amongst Instructional Techniques and Choreographic Styles
- Student Mentoring
- Performative and Competitive History
Timeline
Dance Teacher (Seasonal)
Steadfast Dance Company
09.2022 - 12.2022
Choreographer/Assistant Choreographer
Temple City Brighter Side Singers
01.2021 - 08.2023
Dance Coach/Choreographer
Oak Avenue Auxiliaries
08.2015 - 08.2023
High School -
Temple City High School
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Columbia College
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