Denise Lewis Grothman
Framingham,MA
Summary
Enthusiastic professional considered knowledgeable leader and dedicated problem solver. Brings 35 years of valuable expertise to forward company objectives. Attentive to detail with experience in coordinating projects, programs and improvements. Offers strong analytical, planning and organizational skills to manage competing demands. Experienced in working with teams to accomplish short- and long-term project goals. Possesses excellent time management and desire to learn and grow. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Seeking and maintaining a full-time position that offers professional challenges.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Director of Dance
Walnut Hill School For The Arts
Natick, MA
08.2010 - Current
- Demonstrated exceptional knowledge in field of expertise; ballet training, cross training, curriculum building, rehearing and staging ballet productions, departmental management, administrative work
- Soley responsible for setting up a complete, robust virtual dance curriculum/program for the department through Covid ; continues maintenance of the technical needs of this infrastructure
- Master Teacher and Rehearsal Director for ballets, conditioning classes, rehearsals; 25 hours per week of classroom time in addition to the administrative duties listed below
- Defined, implemented and revised dance department policies and guidelines.
- Oversaw day-to-day dance department activities in accordance with school objectives.
- Worked collaboratively with school leaders to implement new procedures and corrective actions to improve quality.
- Monitored office workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly.
- Assessed performance management structures and implemented enhancements to improve frameworks and strengthen results.
- Achieved team goals through formalized dance training plans, coaching and performance management.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of faculty/team members.
- Managed 100 faculty/student members across 3 departments
- Handled problematic clients to maintain excellent customer service.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance outcomes.
- Manged weekly schedules for faculty/students/accompanists .
- Directed management meetings to enhance collaboration across the 5 arts majors at the school.
- Provided exceptional client service using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills; to build connections and nurture relationships
- Trained new employees on proper protocols and client service standards; onboarding
- Observed each faculty member's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Tracked faculty/student attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits
- Developed and optimized organizational systems to boost efficiency and keep operations scalable and agile for changing demands.
- Drafted invoices for completed work.
- Managed, trained and motivated personnel to continuously improve knowledge and abilities in the dance field.
- NASM Certified Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor, Corrective Exercise Specialist
- TRX Certified Trainer
- Owner/Founder of Virtual Fitness Business; Bliss Athletic; https://blissathletic.com
- Proficient is the use of: Microsoft Office; Excel, Word, Powerpoint,
- Google Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides Forms, Canvas, Finalsite, Skedda Scheduling System Zoom
Master Teacher Ballet/Rehearsal Director
Academy Of Ballet Etudes
Norwalk, Connecticut
09.2004 - 06.2010
- Planned, prepared and delivered ballet lesson plans introducing students to ballet techniques that meet national/international ballet standards, Taught classical ballet and cross training classes to dance students from elementary to pre-professional levels
- Coordinated the administration of a complete dance program.
- Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline.
- Communicated with students and parents in person, via email and by phone to resolve issues and answer questions
- Directed ballet productions by running daily rehearsals, costume management.
- Developed professional relationships with different dance professionals, choreographers.
- Worked in team-based environment to uphold quality and continuity of service to clients.
- Coached individual students on by-appointment basis with personalized dance teaching and support.
- Maintained thorough documentation for all classes, payments and appointments.
Master Ballet Teacher, Ballet for the Young Dancer
American Ballet Theatre
Greenwich, Connecticut
09.2004 - 03.2005
- Planned, prepared and delivered lesson plans introducing students to dance techniques and ballet positions to meet national ballet standards
- Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline.
- Communicated with students and parents in person, via email and by phone to resolve issues and answer questions
- Worked in team-based environment to uphold quality and continuity of service to clients.
Head Pastry Chef
Old Inn On The Green And Gedney Farm
New Marlborough , MA
04.2000 - 06.2001
- Monitored baking ingredient stocks and replenished items to maintain sufficient quantities for pastry production.
- Operated clean pastry cooking station and complied with applicable health and safety standards; maintained pastry-making equipment in good working order and replaced machinery when required to meet quality standards.
- Trained and managed team of apprentice bakers to maintain product quality and restaurant reputation.
- Trained new kitchen staff on procedures and managed performance for up to 8 team members.
- Produced up to 200 pastries, cakes, breads and other desserts each day.
- Cycled menus to keep offerings fresh and interesting for customers while creating unique daily specials to drive business growth.
- Determined quantity of product to prepare for next day operation by maintaining detailed production schedule.
- Maintained well-organized "mise en place" to keep work consistent.
- Personalized creations for holidays, weddings, graduations and personal events.
Professional Ballet Dancer
American Ballet Theatre
New York, NY
11.1988 - 06.2000
- Worked in a Ballet Company of 110 dancers
- Danced in major venues nationally and internationally
- Performed in multiple roles for by notable choreographers; Mikhail Baryshnikov, Twyla Tharp, Lar Lubovitch, Natalia Markarova, Agnes De Mille to name a few
- Performed in numerous ballet productions,
- Developed professional relationships with different dance professionals, choreographers and performers.
Education
Pastry Arts - Classical French Pastry And Dessert
French Culinary Institute
New York, NY06.2000
Ballet Training -
School of American Ballet
New York, NY06.1987
High School Diploma -
Shelton High School
Shelton, CT06.1987
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Crew Supervision
- Time Management
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Task Delegation
- Problem Solving
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Staff Scheduling
- Records Organization and Management
- Focus and Follow-Through
- Decision Making
- Understanding Customer Needs
- Building Customer Trust and Loyalty
Timeline
Associate Director of Dance
Walnut Hill School For The Arts
08.2010 - Current
Master Teacher Ballet/Rehearsal Director
Academy Of Ballet Etudes
09.2004 - 06.2010
Master Ballet Teacher, Ballet for the Young Dancer
American Ballet Theatre
09.2004 - 03.2005
Head Pastry Chef
Old Inn On The Green And Gedney Farm
04.2000 - 06.2001
Professional Ballet Dancer
American Ballet Theatre
11.1988 - 06.2000
Pastry Arts - Classical French Pastry And Dessert
French Culinary Institute
Ballet Training -
School of American Ballet
High School Diploma -
Shelton High School
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