Carolyn S. Lang
Carrollton,TX
Summary
Seasoned Dance, Cheer and Fitness Instructor who offers top talents in student assessment, interpretive movement and rehearsal direction. Creative and encouraging individual with over 30 years of experience instructing students on various dance, cheer, and fitness techniques through interaction and demonstration. Commended for high level of endurance and patient, calm demeanor.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Dance Instructor
Prince of Peace Christian School
Carrollton, TX
06.2022 - Current
- Instructs students from early elementary age through high school in the art of dance
- Directs end-of-semester performances
- Creates choreography for school productions
- Sets curriculum requirements
- Maintains attendance, fees and rehearsal schedules for classes
- Collaborated in team-based environment to uphold instruction quality and continuity of service to clients
Owner/Creative Director
A Body In Motion The Studio, LLC
Carrollton, TX
01.2012 - Current
- Leads program organization
- Hires, trains, and mentors instructional staff
- Sets studio schedule and curriculum requirements
- Processes payroll and sets pay rates
- Teaches and instructs students from age 2 through adult in dance, cheer, and fitness
- Manages social media and marketing materials
- Sets production and choreography for all studio performances
- Oversees the Direction of up to 9 different studio teams, both competitive and recreational programs
Dance Instructor
Frisco Independent School District
Frisco, TX
09.2013 - 05.2014
- Delivered individual instruction to students in between group classes
- Assessed dancer strengths and developed their technique
Commercial Actress/Model
Talent Unlimited
Kansas City, MO
11.2006 - 01.2011
- Attended casting calls, fittings, shows and shoots
- Featured in a variety of local commercials and product ads
- Performed in local independent films
Dance Instructor
Studio J Dance Studio
Independence, MO
08.2008 - 06.2010
- Prepared and delivered lessons to introduce students to proper dance techniques and positions
- Created class choreography for studio productions
NFL Professional Dancer/Professional Cheerleader
Kansas City Chiefs
Kansas City, MO
04.2007 - 04.2009
- Rehearsed 20+ hours per week to prepare for NFL performances
- Performed on National television at weekly NFL football games
- Served as a public speaker and ambassador for the Kansas City Chiefs at community and charity events
- Featured in the Chiefs Cheerleader Swimsuit calendar and stadium marketing publications
- Assisted with set up and facilitation of stadium events
- Lead dance and cheer instruction for over 200 Junior Chiefs Cheerleaders from age 7 to 18
AFL Professional Dancer/Professional Cheerleader
Kansas City Brigade
Kansas City, MO
11.2005 - 11.2006
- Rehearsed 10 hours per week to prepare for AFL performances
- Performed on National television at weekly AFL football games
- Served as a public speaker and ambassador for the Kansas City Brigade at community and charity events
- Featured in stadium marketing publications for the Kansas City Brigade
- Assisted with set up and facilitation of stadium events
- Lead dance and cheer instruction for over 100 Junior Brigade Cheerleaders from age 7 to 18
Junior Chiefs Cheerleader Staff/Dance Instructor/Merchandise Sales Associate
Kansas City Chiefs
Kansas City, MO
04.2004 - 11.2005
- Moved and staged Chiefs merchandise for greatest impact and restocked floor as necessary
- Conducted pricing, merchandising and selling operations to effectively and efficiently complete assigned tasks
- Organized store by returning merchandise to proper areas and restocked displays
- Lead dance instruction for over 200 Junior Chiefs Cheerleaders age 7 to 18
- Organized rehearsals and NFL field performances for over 200 Junior Chiefs Cheerleaders
Assistant Cheerleading Coach
Steppin’ Out The Studio
Lee's Summit, MO
08.2002 - 05.2004
- Coordinated routine design, props and music for performances
- Readied team to compete in tournaments and other special events
- Lead Cheer choreography in studio productions
MLS Professional Dancer/Professional Cheerleader
Kansas City Chiefs
Kansas City, MO
02.2002 - 02.2004
- Rehearsed 5 hours per week to prepare for MLS performances
- Performed on National television at weekly MLS soccer games
- Served as a public speaker and ambassador for the Kansas City Wizards at community and charity events
- Featured in stadium marketing publications for the Kansas City Wizards
- Assisted with set up and facilitation of stadium events
- Lead dance and cheer instruction for over 100 Junior Wizard’s Girls from age 7 to 18
Drill Team Director/Dance Teacher
Sanger High School
Sanger, TX
08.1997 - 05.1998
- Planned choreography for group performances and shows
- Prepared and delivered lessons to introduce students to proper dance techniques and positions
- Interacted effectively by email, phone and in person with students, parents and staff members
- Assessed dancer strengths and developed choreography to highlight talent
- Lead high school dance program and created a brand new middle school dance program
Education
State Certified Secondary Education - Dance And Health Education
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX12.1995
Bachelor of Arts - Dance
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX05.1995
Bachelor of Science - Dance And Health Education
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX05.1995
Associate of Arts - Dance
Tyler Junior College
Tyler, TX05.1992
Skills
- Excellent at classroom management and curriculum development
- Confident public speaker and project leader
- Works well in a team environment
- Strong mentorship and training abilities for both staff and students
Timeline
Dance Instructor
Prince of Peace Christian School
06.2022 - Current
Dance Instructor
Frisco Independent School District
09.2013 - 05.2014
Owner/Creative Director
A Body In Motion The Studio, LLC
01.2012 - Current
Dance Instructor
Studio J Dance Studio
08.2008 - 06.2010
NFL Professional Dancer/Professional Cheerleader
Kansas City Chiefs
04.2007 - 04.2009
Commercial Actress/Model
Talent Unlimited
11.2006 - 01.2011
AFL Professional Dancer/Professional Cheerleader
Kansas City Brigade
11.2005 - 11.2006
Junior Chiefs Cheerleader Staff/Dance Instructor/Merchandise Sales Associate
Kansas City Chiefs
04.2004 - 11.2005
Assistant Cheerleading Coach
Steppin’ Out The Studio
08.2002 - 05.2004
MLS Professional Dancer/Professional Cheerleader
Kansas City Chiefs
02.2002 - 02.2004
Drill Team Director/Dance Teacher
Sanger High School
08.1997 - 05.1998
State Certified Secondary Education - Dance And Health Education
Texas Tech University
Bachelor of Arts - Dance
Texas Tech University
Bachelor of Science - Dance And Health Education
Texas Tech University
Associate of Arts - Dance
Tyler Junior College