Dae'Vencia Chavis
Washington
Summary
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sales Associate
Nordstrom
Arlington, VA
11.2024 - 02.2026
- Grew product knowledge and fashion expertise continually, helped customers find shoes to complement outfits and suggested items to match needs.
- Examined merchandise and took accurate inventory to prevent inventory stockouts and reduce risks of loss.
- Organized store merchandise racks by size, style, and color to maintain clean, visually-appealing showroom.
- Selected, recommended, and helped obtain or locate merchandise based on customer desires and needs.
- Serviced multiple customers at once, multi-tasked and enthusiastically handled special projects.
- Operated cash register to process payments and provided receipts to establish proof of transaction.
Teaching Artist
Leaders of Tomorrow Youth Center
Baltimore, MD
03.2024 - 03.2025
- Taught classes on painting, collage, and color theory.
- Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
- Documented student work in order to exhibit and celebrate learning process of each child.
- Assessed student work and provided constructive feedback.
- Developed and implemented engaging art lessons for students in grades kindergarten through 12th.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
Dance Instructor
Independent Contrator
Prince Georges County, MD
01.2011 - 03.2025
- Utilized different styles of teaching to accommodate students of all capabilities.
- Communicated with students and parents in person, via email, and by phone to resolve issues and answer questions.
- Planned and oversaw group, couples, and individual dance performances.
- Worked in team-based environment to uphold quality and continuity of service to clients.
- Established strong relationships with parents, keeping them informed of their childs progress through regular updates and meetings.
- Assisted in selecting appropriate music choices for performances, ensuring a cohesive artistic vision was maintained throughout productions.
- Collaborated with fellow instructors to develop and improve ballet curriculum, fostering a higher quality of education.
- Evaluated student progress throughout the year using formal assessments such as written exams or practical demonstrations.
- Maintained an organized schedule for classes, ensuring all students had ample opportunity to attend sessions appropriate for their skill level.
- Continuously updated personal knowledge of ballet techniques and teaching methods through professional development courses and workshops.
- Served as a positive role model for students, demonstrating a strong work ethic, dedication to the craft of ballet, and commitment to personal growth.
- Led after-school programs focused on specific artistic disciplines such as dance or culinary, offering additional opportunities for student growth outside of regular class hours.
- Created and delivered lessons through face-to-face learning and fulfilled requirements of district's curriculum program.
- Planned and executed activities to promote skill and talent development.
- Cultivated a safe and inclusive classroom environment where all students felt comfortable expressing themselves through art.
- Maintained daily student records and evaluated student progress.
- Utilized innovative assessment methods like self-evaluations or group critiques to foster critical thinking skills within students about their own work and others.
- Prepared and gathered materials for detailed lesson plans.
- Fostered love for art and learning to inspire students to pursue passions and interests.
- Led after-school programs focused on specific artistic disciplines such as dance or culinary, offering additional opportunities for student growth outside of regular class hours.
- Created and delivered lessons through face-to-face learning and fulfilled requirements of district's curriculum program.
- Planned and executed activities to promote skill and talent development.
- Cultivated a safe and inclusive classroom environment where all students felt comfortable expressing themselves through art.
- Maintained daily student records and evaluated student progress.
- Utilized innovative assessment methods like self-evaluations or group critiques to foster critical thinking skills within students about their own work and others.
- Prepared and gathered materials for detailed lesson plans.
- Fostered love for art and learning to inspire students to pursue passions and interests.
- Planned routines for recitals and performances.
Education
Dance
Prince George's Community College
Upper Marlboro, MD05-2027
Skills
- Retail loss prevention
- Promotional support
- Upselling
- Reliable and punctual
- Customer service
- Verbal and written communication
- Sales strategies
- Money handling
- Business development
- Professional demeanor
- Client account management
Certification
Child and Baby First Aid/CPR/AED Online Only -American Red Cross
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Sales Associate
Nordstrom
11.2024 - 02.2026
Teaching Artist
Leaders of Tomorrow Youth Center
03.2024 - 03.2025
Dance Instructor
Independent Contrator
01.2011 - 03.2025
Dance
Prince George's Community College