Ava Martinez
Pleasant Hill,MO
Summary
Accomplished Dance Teacher at Pleasant Hill Dance Academy, adept in creating choreography and fostering student growth through instructional best practices. Demonstrated excellence in competitive dance and class leadership, enhancing performance quality and student skill levels. Expert in ballet and mentoring, achieving significant improvements in students' techniques and competitive achievements. Extensive training and performing a Pas de deux with a male lead for the last 10 years. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Dance Teacher
Pleasant Hill Dance Academy
09.2022 - Current
- Planned routines for recitals and performances.
- Utilized different styles of teaching to accommodate students of all capabilities.
- Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline.
- Planned, prepared, and delivered lesson plans introducing students to dance techniques and ballet positions.
Assistant Dance Teacher
Pleasant Hill Dance Academy
09.2019 - Current
- Explained and demonstrated techniques and methods of regulating movements of body to musical or rhythmic accompaniment, teaching correct dance techniques to help prevent injuries.
- Rectified potential hazards such as untied shoelaces or poor spacing to prevent student injury.
Competitive Dancer
Pleasant Hill Dance Academy
09.2015 - Current
- Incorporated variety of movement styles into percussive dance routines for stage performance.
- Developed professional relationships with different dance professionals, choreographers, and performers by actively listening and effectively communicating.
- Coordinated with choreographers to enhance and refine movements to properly enact intended vision.
- Professionally performed ballet, jazz and hip hop for live events and films.
- Collaborated with choreographers and directors to create unique and captivating dance numbers.
- Participated in numerous dance competitions and shows to demonstrate technique and artistry.
Education
No Degree -
Pleasant Hill High School
Pleasant Hill, MO05.2025
Skills
- Instructional Techniques
- Creating Choreography
- Competitive Dance
- Costume Selection and Design
- Mentoring
- Ballet
- En Pointe
- Tap
- Jazz
- Musical Theatre
- Aerial Silks
- Pas de deux
Performances
I've been in the Productions of Oklahoma as a dancer. I've performed in multiple ensembles in The Wizard of Oz as well as the lead roles of Dorothy and Wicked Witch of The West. I've performed in multiple ensembles in The Nutcracker as well as the lead roles of the Ballerina Doll and the Snow Queen. I've been an Apprentice with Prestige National Talent. I've attended Titans of Dance Tours across multiple cities and was awarded the Armor of Education Award.
Timeline
Dance Teacher
Pleasant Hill Dance Academy
09.2022 - Current
Assistant Dance Teacher
Pleasant Hill Dance Academy
09.2019 - Current
Competitive Dancer
Pleasant Hill Dance Academy
09.2015 - Current
No Degree -
Pleasant Hill High School
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