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Charissa Clarke

Ann Arbor,MI

Summary

Compassionate, dedicated proven leader and innovative choreographer with a track record of enhancing participants' performance and engagement from K-12 to adult levels. Throughout the last 20+ years, I've excelled in dance curriculum development, participant mentorship, leading participants to local and regional victories, and Founder of all girls summer camp (C.L.A.R.K.E. Summer Academy) where dance and cheer skills were taught and encouraged. Skilled in multi-subject instruction and positive reinforcement, consistently fostering environments where learners thrive in the skills of dance, cheer and choreography.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Edustaff
04.2024 - Current
  • Follow classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Keep students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Manage classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.

Dance Coordinator/Teacher/Choreographer-Volunteer

Christian Love Fellowship
01.1997 - Current
  • Enhanced student performance by developing and implementing comprehensive dance curriculums tailored to individual skill levels - K-12 through adult ages.
  • Taught various disciplines including lyrical, hip hop, jazz, cheer and tumbling skills.
  • Led auditions for team participation purposes while providing constructive feedback to help participants grow as performing participants.
  • Coached participants in local and regional competitions - each placing 1st place locally; 1st - 3rd place regionally.
  • Expanded community outreach efforts by participating in local events, i.e., open markets, schools, tutoring programs - and collaborating with other organizations on joint projects.
  • Improved dedicated participants self-confidence and performance qualities through mentorship, personalized attention, and creating a positive atmosphere where all participants felt welcomed and encouraged to achieve their full potential.
  • Maintained a safe learning environment by enforcing policies, rules, addressing participant concerns, and supervising simultaneous-multiple, rehearsals effectively.
  • Assisted students in securing scholarships or admission into prestigious dance programs by providing guidance on application materials and audition preparation.

Dance Teacher/Choreographer

Dexter Dance & Music Academy
10.2004 - 05.2011
  • Choreographed unique routines tailored to individual student abilities, enhancing each dancer''s strengths while improving areas of weakness.
  • Enhanced student performance by implementing creative and engaging dance routines, including cheer and tumbling skills.
  • Planned routines for recitals and performances.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, encouraging them to develop self-confidence through art of dance.
  • Recognized and adapted to different learning styles to productively communicate and teach materials to all students.
  • Enhanced student performance by implementing creative and engaging dance routines.

Education

MBA - Global Management

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ

BBA - Accounting/Internal Auditing

Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI

Dance

Washtenaw Community College
Ann Arbor, MI

Skills

  • Demonstrated Leadership Skills
  • Participant Engagement
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Multi-Subject Instruction
  • Curriculum knowledge
  • Organization Administration

Timeline

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Edustaff
04.2024 - Current

Dance Teacher/Choreographer

Dexter Dance & Music Academy
10.2004 - 05.2011

Dance Coordinator/Teacher/Choreographer-Volunteer

Christian Love Fellowship
01.1997 - Current

MBA - Global Management

University of Phoenix

BBA - Accounting/Internal Auditing

Eastern Michigan University

Dance

Washtenaw Community College

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