Brittany Ford
Educator
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Professional dancer and educator in the Colorado Springs arts community who is a detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills and has the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Dance Instructor
District 11
08.2023 - Current
- Assisted with coordination and administration of complete dance program.
- Planned and oversaw group, couples, and individual dance performances.
- Planned routines for recitals and performances.
- Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline.
Ormao Senior Repertory Director
Ormao Dance
08.2022 - Current
- Discovered and utilized talents of team.
- Established and enforced safety standards, promoting warm-up exercises and proper technique.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Prepared student groups for performance with routines, exercise regimens and instruction on specific techniques.
Special Education Teacher
District 11
08.2022 - 12.2023
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
Special Education Resource Teacher
Disctrict 49, Rocky Mountain Classical Academy
07.2021 - 05.2022
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Created and managed IEPs, for 25 students, to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Designed and implemented point system to encourage positive behavior.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
Long Term Special Education Resource Substitute
District 49, Rocky Mountain Classical Academy
02.2021 - 05.2021
- Encourage students to explore learning opportunities or persevere with challenging tasks to prepare them for later grades.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration. Aided in progress monitoring data collection and reporting for 15 students.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth.
Substitute Teacher
Tagg Education
10.2020 - 01.2021
- Performed the duties of regular classroom teacher such as, managing assignments, student needs and record keeping for grades kindergarten through middle school in a variety of schools and settings.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Implemented classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Leveraged classroom discussion strategies to engage students, promote topics and boost learning opportunities.
Floor Manager & Lead Trainer
Old Thousand
06.2019 - 07.2020
- Trained a team of 15 members in successful strategies to meet operational and sales targets.
- Evaluated team and employee performance in order to develop and implement effective corrective actions.
- Completed efficient daily opening and closing processes to prepare teams and maintain optimal financial controls.
Studio Support( Work Study)
Modo Yoga
08.2019 - 03.2020
- Cleaned and sanitized studio and equipment after class. This included mopping the studio floor, sanitizing mats and blocks.
- Cleaned and sanitized changing rooms, showers, and toilets after class. This included mopping the changing rooms, scrubbing showers, toilets, sinks and vanity area.
- Mopped and dusted the studio lobby before closing.
- Refilled humidifiers used during hot yoga class.
- Laundered studio provided towels.
- Maintained a consistent schedule
Instructor and Choreographer
Druid Hills Dance Center
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Guided students in understanding rhythm, leaps, turns and posture.
- Led students in differing age groups (ages 3- 16 years old) in learning various dance movements, steps and disciplines, such as ballet and modern technique.
- Discovered and utilized talents of team.
- Choreographed multiple pieces for 3 performances for individuals and groups, throughout the year.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning
Instructor and Choreographer
Gwinnett Ballet Theater
01.2019 - 03.2019
- Facilitated group sessions and provided one-on-one support.
- Prepared and gathered materials for detailed lesson plans.
- Maintained daily student records and evaluated student progress.
Education
Teaching Licensure -
BOCES 2 Year Alternative Liscensure Program
Colorado Springs, CO 08.2021 - Current
BA - English—Literature
CU Boulder
Boulder 08.2010 - 05.2015
BFA - Dance
University of Colorado At Boulder
Boulder, CO 08.2010 - 05.2015
Skills
Detail oriented, and highly organizedCreative problem solving and conflict resolution; strong diplomatic skills in group settings
Flexible and Adaptable
Correspondence Management
Calendar Management
Client Relations
Additional Information
Currently hold CDE Alternative Teaching License and Substitute Teacher authorization.
Timeline
Dance Instructor
District 11
08.2023 - Current
Ormao Senior Repertory Director
Ormao Dance
08.2022 - Current
Special Education Teacher
District 11
08.2022 - 12.2023
Teaching Licensure -
BOCES 2 Year Alternative Liscensure Program
08.2021 - Current
Special Education Resource Teacher
Disctrict 49, Rocky Mountain Classical Academy
07.2021 - 05.2022
Long Term Special Education Resource Substitute
District 49, Rocky Mountain Classical Academy
02.2021 - 05.2021
Substitute Teacher
Tagg Education
10.2020 - 01.2021
Studio Support( Work Study)
Modo Yoga
08.2019 - 03.2020
Floor Manager & Lead Trainer
Old Thousand
06.2019 - 07.2020
Instructor and Choreographer
Gwinnett Ballet Theater
01.2019 - 03.2019
Instructor and Choreographer
Druid Hills Dance Center
08.2018 - 05.2019
BA - English—Literature
CU Boulder
08.2010 - 05.2015
BFA - Dance
University of Colorado At Boulder
08.2010 - 05.2015