Danielle Ferro Rock

Pre school dance teacher, acrobatics teacher, and substitute teacher.

• Fostered a supportive learning environment by promoting positive reinforcement and constructive feedback.
• Regularly evaluated student progress through assessments, adjusting teaching methods accordingly for optimal results.
• Motivated and encouraged students to practice dance routines to work toward set goals.
• Adhered to studio guidelines and legal requirements.
• Maintained open communication channels with parents, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns promptly.

• Taught of all styles of dance including ballet, jazz, acrobatics, musical theater, hip-hop, modern, contemporary, pre-school, and more.
• Designed programs and age appropriate curricula for pre school through college students with an emphasis on technique and artistic development.
• Created a culture of family for students, parents, and staff that fostering an all inclusive safe space for every child.
• Managed daily facility operations in alignment with quality instruction and our core values.
• Evaluated student progress and adjusted learning plans to foster progress.
• Elevated dance education quality by collaborating with fellow educators to develop engaging curriculum.
• Created vision, missions, and future projections to create sustainable legacy.
• Managed all aspects of business functions including operations, payroll, accounting, expansion, negotiating contracts and leases, etc.
• Directed and produced all aspects of two major productions a year.
• Established partnerships with local performing arts organizations, integrating guest artists into classes to enrich student learning experiences.

• Led startup and creation of the Bloomsburg University Dance Ensemble and provided dance instruction and development of the largest student run activity club.
• Developed organizational vision, mission and foundational structure to facilitate early growth and a strong continuing legacy.
• Drove efforts to gain working capital and grow the organization to over 200 students.
• Enabled organization to manage rapid growth by creating student elected officers to manage the organization.