Brooke McCollam
Bluffton,SC
Summary
Current student at the University of South Carolina. Pursuing a Bachelors degree in Art History with a double minor in Dance and Entrepreneurship, with plans to pursue a masters degree. I've had a variety of leadership roles and experiences through dance and church that have given me a confidence for stepping into new environments quickly. I love meeting new people and learning new things. I'm great with kids and remain calm in stressful situations. I'm a dedicated and hard worker with great communication skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Dance Teacher
Okatie Youth Ballet
Bluffton , SC
2022.08 - 2024.08
- Instructed ballet and modern dance classes for students ages 8 years and up.
- Taught students the proper technique and terminology of those dance styles in an age-appropriate manner.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance and progress for each student.
- Adapted teaching style for students of different ages and experience within the same class setting.
- summer/seasonal job
Camp Counselor
Camp Belfair
Bluffton , SC
2021.07 - 2024.07
- Supervised and transported campers to different activities throughout the day, ensuring they stayed safe and happy.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress at camp.
- Supervised camp activities such as swimming, golf, tennis, and crafts.
- Encouraged camper participation and engagement.
- summer job
Daycare Worker
Sunshine Preschool
Bluffton , SC
2020.09 - 2022.06
- Helped with the supervision of preschool-aged children throughout the day.
- Ensured proper supervision of all activities including outdoor playtime.
Substitute Dance Teacher
Okatie Youth Ballet
Bluffton , SC
2021.08 - 2022.05
- Substituted for a lyrical dance class of younger children during the absence of their regular teacher.
- Instructed students in proper dance technique and terminology in an age-appropriate manner.
- Motivated students by providing positive reinforcement when needed.
Office Front Desk
Cornerstone Church
Bluffton , SC
2020.01 - 2020.03
- Answered the phone and maintained accurate records of all calls, messages, visitors, and other tasks performed at the front desk.
- Greeted visitors and ensured they were directed to the person they came to see.
- Completed various tasks assigned to me by office employees.
- Had to leave due to COVID.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Art History
University of South Carolina - Columbia
Columbia, SCSkills
- Organizational Skills
- Time management
- Professional Communication
- Relationship Building
- Lesson planning
Entrepreneurial Work Experience
2021 - Present
Design, hand-make, and sell crowns and other headpieces/jewelry for shows, competitions, etc… Website launched this summer.
Affiliations
- Attendee at Shandon Baptist Church - Volunteer in student leadership program
- Plan to volunteer at the Columbia Museum of Art in the Fall of 2024
- Entrepreneur - just launched a jewelry website with hopes of making sales and growing my business.
Community Service Projects
- Front Desk Children's Check-in - Greeted Parents and Children and checked them into Children's Church each Sunday
- Dance A Difference - Coordinated a free dance class for children with special needs in the local community.
- Art Camp Dance Teacher - Developed curriculum and taught week long dance classes.
Activities (high school)
- Okatie Youth Ballet Student, (Ballet and Modern) - Performed in two shows a year and competed in two competitions a year. Won student choreography award senior year.
- Cornerstone Church, Volunteer, Attended service every Sunday morning and volunteered in the kids area. Participated in other community service activities with Cornerstone.
- Charlotte Mason Co-op student - Composer study, Plutarch, Picture Study, folk dancing, Logic, Shakespeare, Nature study, Brush drawing, Swedish drill, Solfege, Hymn Study, Knot tying, Objects lessons, American sign language, Handicrafts.- classes varied each semester.
Accomplishments
- Star Leadership Certificate, 2022.
- State-wide Choreography Contest Winner, 2023
- Senior Class Valedictorian
- USC President's List, 2024
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Dance Teacher
Okatie Youth Ballet
2022.08 - 2024.08
Substitute Dance Teacher
Okatie Youth Ballet
2021.08 - 2022.05
Camp Counselor
Camp Belfair
2021.07 - 2024.07
Daycare Worker
Sunshine Preschool
2020.09 - 2022.06
Office Front Desk
Cornerstone Church
2020.01 - 2020.03
Bachelor of Arts - Art History
University of South Carolina - Columbia
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