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CHERYL LEAHY

Elk Grove Village,IL

Summary

Cheryl Leahy has been a dance & tumbling instructor for over 30 years. Along with teaching, she has been a dancer/performer in acrobatics, ballet, jazz, tap, tumbling & Zumba for many years , and also has theatre experience to add. Besides teaching Cheryl is currently a real estate agent, part time nanny and mom of 2 grown daughters. She is enthusiastic and eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in the hospitality industry.

Overview

76
76
years of professional experience

Work History

Beg/Adv Levels :Acrobatic/Tumbling Instructor.

Self Employed
Bloomingdale, Naperville, Schaumburg , IL
09.1986 - Current
  • Early childhood Ballet-Tap-Acrobatics/Tumbling
  • Beg-Adv Levels Acrobatics/Tumbling
  • Parent/Tot Dance/Tumbling (18mo-3 yrs)
  • Beg/Int Tap & Jazz

Broker/Real Estate Agent

Realtor/Broker
Arlington Heights, IL
02.2021 - Current
  • Manage contracts, negotiations and all aspects of sales to finalize purchases and exceed customer expectations.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with clients through networking, postcards and cold calling.

Nanny

Maffei/Gullo
Itasca, IL
09.2015 - Current
  • Monitor schedule to maintain sleeping, eating and school schedule.
  • Facilitated relationship with child and parents by developing caring and structured home environment.
  • Drive child to dance, cheer and sports practices.

Competitive Dance and Acro/Tumbling Director

Karen Johnson
Park Ridge, IL
09.1996 - 09.2016
  • Improved productivity initiatives, coordinating itinerary and scheduling appointments
  • Developed and implemented promotional strategies to drive business success and maintain budgetary guidelines
  • Directed schedule of weekly projects and anticipated timelines for milestones and completion dates

Zumba instructor

Midtown Athletic Club
Palatine, IL
06.2010 - 03.2020
  • Developed choreography for Zumba classes
  • Encouraged clients to engage in group fitness classes and other gym activities to meet fitness goals
  • Developed routines to avoid injuries, maximize effort and facilitate client attainment of personal fitness goals
  • Arrived on time, prepared and attentive for every training appointment
  • Participated in club promotions to recruit new members and increase club sales
  • Provided tips on course safety and watched students for signs of fatigue and injury.
  • Greeted incoming students and answered questions to offer welcoming atmosphere.

Daycare Assistant

Bright Horizons
Palatine, IL
01.2015 - 12.2017
  • Cleaned toys, play equipment, dishes and other surfaces to keep facility sanitary
  • Helped prepare meals, snacks and refreshments for children, accounting for individual dietary needs and restrictions
  • Enhanced academic, social and emotional learning with use of structured playtime and unstructured free play
  • Discussed new developments, misbehavior and concerns with parents or guardians
  • Cared for up to 20 children ranging in age from infants to age 5

Education

High School Diploma -

Maine West Township
Des Plaines, IL
1988

Skills

  • Television & Performance Experience
  • Various Competitions - Acrobat, Dance, Theatre, Vocalist & Choreographer- 20 years
  • Group Director of Karen's School of Acrobatics & Dance Competitive Dance Team - 20 years
  • Family guidance
  • Call center customer service
  • Team guidance
  • Dance choreography
  • Safety guidance and observance
  • Dance promotion
  • Event attendance
  • Fitness center management

Referrals

Melissa Peterson: 630-730-7069

Lucia Maffei: 630-822-2992

Karen Johnson: 847-401-0341

Timeline

Broker/Real Estate Agent

Realtor/Broker
02.2021 - Current

Nanny

Maffei/Gullo
09.2015 - Current

Daycare Assistant

Bright Horizons
01.2015 - 12.2017

Zumba instructor

Midtown Athletic Club
06.2010 - 03.2020

Competitive Dance and Acro/Tumbling Director

Karen Johnson
09.1996 - 09.2016

Beg/Adv Levels :Acrobatic/Tumbling Instructor.

Self Employed
09.1986 - Current

High School Diploma -

Maine West Township

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