Ava Wallis
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Aerial Dance Instructor
Mountain Air Dance
Bozeman, USA
09.2021 - Current
- Planned choreography for recitals and performances.
- Fostered a supportive learning environment by promoting positive reinforcement and constructive feedback.
- Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline.
- Worked in team-based environment to uphold quality and continuity of service to clients.
- Utilized different styles of teaching to accommodate students of all capabilities.
- Planned, prepared, and delivered lesson plans introducing students to dance techniques.
- Developed personalized lesson plans to cater to individual student needs, resulting in improved dance skills.
- Enhanced student performance by incorporating diverse dance styles and techniques in lessons.
- Promoted inclusivity by adapting lessons for individuals with varying physical abilities or limitations without sacrificing rigor or quality of instruction.
- Collaborated with fellow instructors to plan and execute successful recitals showcasing students' progress and achievements.
- Implemented injury prevention strategies during warm-ups and cool-downs, ensuring safe practice for all participants.
Volunteer Musician
Brookdale Springmeadows
Bozeman, Montana
05.2024 - 08.2026
- Performed regular live music sessions for residents and guests at Brookdale Springmeadows, including piano, guitar, and vocals.
- Collaborated with staff to create engaging musical programs.
Volunteer Builder
Humanitarian Experience
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Constructed a school within Savusavu, Fiji using sustainable materials for a displaced community
- Assisted in site preparation and layout for building projects.
- Collaborated with teams to ensure adherence to safety standards.
Education
High School Diploma - General Studies
Bozeman High School
Bozeman, MT 08.2022 - 06.2026
Skills
- Choreography expertise
- Positive reinforcement
- Organization
- Teaching techniques
- Classroom leadership
- Behavior management
- Work ethic
- Interpersonal skills
Hobbies and Interests
- Piano
- Guitar
- Partial Spanish
- Dance
- Singing
- Fitness
References
- Cathy Werner (Mountain Air Dance): +1 (406) 595-0909
Timeline
Volunteer Builder
Humanitarian Experience
06.2025 - 07.2025
Volunteer Musician
Brookdale Springmeadows
05.2024 - 08.2026
High School Diploma - General Studies
Bozeman High School
08.2022 - 06.2026
Aerial Dance Instructor
Mountain Air Dance
09.2021 - Current