Dimitrios Karandrikas
Sayreville,NJ
Summary
Energetic dance instructor offering several years of experience coaching dance students in private and group sessions. Accomplished performer and people person successful at developing talent. Versed in adapting teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
Avra Estiatorio
Manhattan, NY
05.2024 - Current
- Delivered food orders promptly and courteously.
- Responded efficiently to guest inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
Dance Instructor
Saint Barbara Greek Orthodox Church
Toms River, NJ
06.2020 - Current
- Created choreography routines for soloists and groups based on specific themes or stories.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student progress and any issues that arise during class time.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, payments received and lesson plans used for each class session.
- Provided individual feedback on student performance to help them improve their skills.
- Created a safe environment where students can learn without fear of criticism or judgment.
- Motivated students by providing positive reinforcement when appropriate.
- Accommodated students with special needs by using different teaching styles, encouraging each to learn at appropriate pace.
- Organized and led dance workshops and master classes with guest instructors to expose students to diverse dance styles and techniques.
- Fostered a culture of respect, teamwork, and discipline among students, emphasizing the importance of dedication in achieving excellence.
Server
Over Easy Kitchen
Marlboro, NJ
06.2019 - 05.2024
- Assisted in training new servers.
- Upheld high standards of sanitation in accordance with health department regulations.
- Ensured that each guest was served courteously, quickly, and efficiently.
Server
Teak Restaurant
Red Bank, NJ
05.2023 - 11.2023
- Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
- Maintained polite and professional demeanor to patrons to encourage inquiries and order placements.
- Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about restaurant's menu and products.
Dance Instrctor
Kritiki Filoxenia
Staten Island, NY
11.2019 - 03.2020
- Encouraged creative expression through improvisation exercises.
- Developed and implemented dance classes for students of all ages, levels and abilities.
- Assessed student strengths and weaknesses to determine areas needing improvement.
- Motivated students by providing positive reinforcement when appropriate.
- Created choreography routines for soloists and groups based on specific themes or stories.
- Planned special events such as recitals or competitions to showcase student work.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sayreville War Memorial High School
Parlin, NJ06-2019
Liberal Arts And General Studies
Middlesex County College
Edison, NJCriminal Justice
Brookdale Community College
Lincroft, NJSkills
- Instructional Techniques
- Teaching strategies
- Group teaching
- Student Mentoring
- Choreography expertise
- Performance background
- Classroom leadership
- Individual Instruction
- Positive Reinforcement
- Motivation Strategies
- Mentoring
- Lesson preparation
- Student Engagement
- Relationship Building
- Goal Setting
- Group and individual instruction
Affiliations
- Avid Fisherman
- Greek Dance and History Researcher
- Home Cook
- Fitness
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Greek
Native/ Bilingual
Accomplishments
- 2015 and 2019- 1st place Dance at New Jersey Greek Orthodox Metropolis Sights and Sounds Competition as a dancer.
- 2022 and 2023- 1st Place Dance at New Jersey Greek Orthodox Metropolis Sights and Sounds Competition as an instructor.
- 2024- 2nd Place at New Jersey Greek Orthodox Metropolis Sights and Sounds Competition as an instructor.
- Have created and executed various styles of performances for dance groups depending on the occasion or theme od event they are performing at.
Passion
- Teaching Greek Dance and everything that comes along with it has been a huge passion of mine of the past five years. I grew up in this beautiful culture, and it feels as if I was put on this planet to further preserve our beautiful culture and heritage for the younger generation. I am very confident in my ability to create a family like environment in the classroom, as the group I have been with for 5 years now are very close to each other, even outside of the four hours a week they meet for dance practice. Preserving this culture is what makes the kids who they are.
Timeline
Server
Avra Estiatorio
05.2024 - Current
Server
Teak Restaurant
05.2023 - 11.2023
Dance Instructor
Saint Barbara Greek Orthodox Church
06.2020 - Current
Dance Instrctor
Kritiki Filoxenia
11.2019 - 03.2020
Server
Over Easy Kitchen
06.2019 - 05.2024
High School Diploma -
Sayreville War Memorial High School
Liberal Arts And General Studies
Middlesex County College
Criminal Justice
Brookdale Community College
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