Anne Laforet
Chicago,IL
Summary
Teaching artist with extensive experience in lesson planning and arts integration. Skilled in fostering student engagement through creative and interdisciplinary approaches. Proven track record of using dance to enhance learning in reading, math, and science across diverse educational settings. Dedicated to making meaningful contributions to student development and community outreachPassionate teaching artist known for strong lesson planning and arts integration skills. Committed to fostering student engagement and collaborative learning, ready to make impactful contributions in educational environments. Looks forward to using dance to enhance learning in multiple subject areas, such as reading, math, and science.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Teaching Artist
South Chicago Dance Theatre
Chicago, IL
10.2025 - Current
- Ida B Wells Prep Academy, LEARN Hunter Perkins
- Developed interdisciplinary curriculum integrating dance with academic subjects to meet Chicago Public School standards
- Facilitated community outreach by building relationships with students and staff, enhancing student engagement
- Attend planning meetings and take measures to track student growth with SCDT Community Outreach Managers
Administrator/ Dance Teacher
Chicago Ballet Center
Chicago, Illinois
09.2025 - Current
- Teach early childhood development dance classes and help create new curriculum for ballet and tap
- Managed student schedules and communications, ensuring seamless operation and parent satisfaction
- Write emails and newsletters and design flyers for events
After School Care Teacher
Ann Arbor Public Schools Rec & Ed
Ann Arbor, MI
10.2024 - 04.2025
- Led engaging, developmentally appropriate activities for students from Young Fives to 5th Grade, encouraging creativity and collaboration
- Led creative movement projects that connected dance with science concepts, fostering interdisciplinary learning in science and SEL
- Collaborated with supervisors and staff across multiple Ann Arbor schools, contributing to inclusive and dynamic educational environments
Head Gymnastics Coach
Greater Midland Community Center
Midland, Michigan
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Remodeled program and all lesson plans, which grew client retention and satisfaction
- Led team practices, focusing on technique and safety in gymnastics routines ages 1.5-12
Lead Camp Counselor
Greater Midland Community Center
Midland, MI
05.2022 - 08.2023
- Developed and implemented lesson plans for dance, pom, and gymnastics, ensuring skill progression and engagement across various age groups (4-13)
- Supervised and led a variety of youth activities, including dance, sports, swimming, and parkour, ensuring safety and participation
- Helped train new counselors on first aid, preparedness, mandated reporting, and how to act in loco parentis
Private Nanny
Ahluwalia Family
Midland, MI
03.2023 - 2025
- Managed household duties including laundry, grocery shopping or light housekeeping tasks when necessary
- Worked with young children both neurotypical and neurodiverse
- Took children on outings such as parks, library visits, sports events or educational trips
- Fostered positive relationships with children through trust-building interactions
Education
BFA - Dance
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI05-2025
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Student engagement
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Creative movement
- Arts integration
- Competed mandated reporter training
- SFWG Trained
- CPR Certified First Aid Certified
- Pilates Mat trained
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Teaching Artist
South Chicago Dance Theatre
10.2025 - Current
Administrator/ Dance Teacher
Chicago Ballet Center
09.2025 - Current
After School Care Teacher
Ann Arbor Public Schools Rec & Ed
10.2024 - 04.2025
Private Nanny
Ahluwalia Family
03.2023 - 2025
Head Gymnastics Coach
Greater Midland Community Center
08.2022 - 08.2023
Lead Camp Counselor
Greater Midland Community Center
05.2022 - 08.2023
BFA - Dance
University of Michigan