Anessa Davies
Irvine,CA
Summary
Background includes dance performance, recital planning, performance management and classroom instruction. Passionate about instilling a love of dance in children, as well as techniques and strength for long-term benefits.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Dance Instructor
OC Spotlight School of Music
05.2022 - Current
- Kept classrooms tidy and clean for group and one-on-one instruction.
- Maintained attendance, fees and rehearsal schedules for classes.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
Dance Instructor
Focus Dance Center
09.2021 - Current
- Assessed dancer strengths and developed choreography to highlight talent.
- Adapted teaching style for students of different ages and experience, ranging from beginner to advanced skill levels.
- Accommodated students with special needs by using different teaching styles, encouraging each to learn at appropriate pace.
Dance Team
California University State Long Beach
10.2021 - 05.2023
- Learned choreography quickly and adapted to changes in choreography seamlessly by maintaining physical and mental flexibility.
- Rehearsed 10 hours per week to prepare for dance roles and performances.
- Adapted to quick choreographic changes on the day of the performance.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Dance
California University State Long Beach
Long Beach05.2025
Skills
- Performance background
- Competition experience
- Group and individual instruction
- Proficient in jazz, hip hop, modern, contemporary fusion, contemporary, tap, and ballet
- Choreography of dance numbers
- Recital Planning
Accomplishments
- Featured in Dance Film 'C'est La Vie' 2024 choreographed by Sierra Tanji
- Studied with staibdance modern program with George Staib in Italy 2023
- Featured dancer in 2023 Long Beach Pride Parade
- Trained under Monie Adamson, Dante Lara, Steve Zee, Steven Sofia, Andy Vaca, Becca Lemme, Danzel-Thomspon Stout, Tsiambwom Akuchu, Rebecca Bryant
- Presented first college choreographic work showcased in 2024 CSULB Contemporary Concert under director Keith Johnson
- CSULB Dance Affinity Aide President for the 24-25 school year
- Dean's List CSULB 2021-2024
Timeline
Dance Instructor
OC Spotlight School of Music
05.2022 - Current
Dance Team
California University State Long Beach
10.2021 - 05.2023
Dance Instructor
Focus Dance Center
09.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Dance
California University State Long Beach
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