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DARCI SEVCIK

Simi Valley,CA

Summary

Eager to apply for the position of Dance Teacher in SVUSD elementary schools. Background includes choreography in ballet, jazz, and modern dance, recital planning, performance management and dance instruction, of all skill levels. Passionate about instilling a love of dance in children, as well as techniques and strength for long-term benefits. Knowledge of the CSS for dance and fluent in Literacy for dance.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Sixth grade teacher

Visa Elementary
08.2015 - Current

First grade teacher

Vista Elementary
08.2013 - 06.2015

Long term substitute

Vista Elementary
08.2010 - 06.2013

Education

Promoting SEL And Wellness -15 Units -

University of The Pacific
2024

200 Hour Yoga And SEL Facilitator Certificate -

Breath For Change
2023

Bachelor of Arts, Multiple subject credential - Liberal Studies

California State Northridge

Dance - Ballet, Jazz, Modern 29 Units -

Rancho Santiago College

Dance - Jazz And Modern/Contemporary 2 Units -

Orange Coast College

Skills

  • Subject knowledge in dance
  • Adaptability
  • Exceptional interpersonal competence
  • Life long learner
  • Excellent student-teacher and parent-teacher relationships
  • Positive Role Model and Mentor
  • Collaborative learning

Organization

Simi Valley Unified School District

Dance Experience

  • 2023 to Present - Developed weekly Wellness workshops including breath awareness, mindful movement and meditation to enhance student's well being and self regulation.
  • 2016 to Present - Choreographed and taught all 6th graders, up to 90 students, a farewell dance, to be performed at the final spirit assembly of the year. (videos available) Also taught themed dances for Harvest Festivals and STEM nights.
  • 2003-2010 - Choreographed dance performances for my own children's elementary school classes, at Flory Elementary.
  • 1992-1996 - Professional dance teacher teaching ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop and country line dancing to children and adults of all ages, including choreographing, producing and directing annual performances.
  • 1985-1992 -Professional dance career including: Taco Bell commercial, three time Star Search winner, music videos, back up dancer for Elvira at Knott's Scary Farm, L.A. Gear dancer at various sports conventions, throughout the U.S., Europe and Asia.





Timeline

Sixth grade teacher

Visa Elementary
08.2015 - Current

First grade teacher

Vista Elementary
08.2013 - 06.2015

Long term substitute

Vista Elementary
08.2010 - 06.2013

Promoting SEL And Wellness -15 Units -

University of The Pacific

200 Hour Yoga And SEL Facilitator Certificate -

Breath For Change

Bachelor of Arts, Multiple subject credential - Liberal Studies

California State Northridge

Dance - Ballet, Jazz, Modern 29 Units -

Rancho Santiago College

Dance - Jazz And Modern/Contemporary 2 Units -

Orange Coast College
DARCI SEVCIK