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Elizabeth Killian-Keup

Thornton,CO

Summary

An innovative and passionate Dance Instructor with plenty of dance experience, specializes in developing strong technique with dynamic teaching strategies. A strong history of teaching classical, romantic, neoclassical and contemporary ballet. Experienced with all ages of dancers and choreographing in all levels of ballet. Background includes dance performance, recital planning, performance management and classroom instruction. Passionate about instilling a love of dance in children, as well as techniques and strength for long-term benefits.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Ballet Dance Instructor

DanceSpace
07.2023 - Current
  • Create engaging lessons and exercises for a variety of ballet styles along with all ages of dancers ranging from 2 years olds- 18 years old
  • Deliver advanced and specific instruction to classes of up to 25+ students and evaluate the custom corrections that are needed to progress in their technique
  • Inspire students of all ages to pursue a career in the dance industry and provide them the tools to succeed
  • Provide choreography to a wide variety of dancers for their end of the year recital
  • Mentor the students as they start to strengthen their bodies for pointe work, along with provide instruction for fittings and teaching pointe specific classes.
  • Assisted with coordination and administration of complete dance program.
  • Planned, prepared, and delivered lesson plans introducing students to dance techniques and ballet positions.
  • Offered one-on-one instruction to students by appointment.

Substitute Instructor

Move! Dance Studio
06.2023 - Current
  • Planned and taught lessons for all levels of ballet classes tailored to maximize student growth and performance
  • Taught private lessons for specific dancers to optimize their technique and performance capabilities.
  • Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management plans for students with challenging behavior.

Dancer

Oklahoma City Ballet
08.2021 - 05.2022
  • Developed professional relationships with a variety of dance choreographers and performers
  • Trained over 25 hours a week to develop precise technique and adequate performances
  • Participated in a variety of performances with Oklahoma City Ballet including: Alice in Wonderland, The Nutcracker, and Peter and the Wolf
  • Picked up choreography quickly and incorporated them seamlessly into the latest artistic techniques.
  • Coordinated with choreographers to enhance and refine movements to properly enact intended vision.


Student

Colorado Ballet
01.2012 - 01.2020
  • Delivered one on one instruction to other students to prepare them for multiple competitions
  • (YAGP, Denver Ballet Guild, etc)
  • Studied under many versatile instructors and learned many different techniques and styles of dance
  • Performed with the Colorado Ballet Company in many different performances including: The Nutcracker, Alice in Wonderland, and Coppelia.

Education

GED -

FreedomProject Academy
05.2020

Skills

  • Dance Instruction in Ballet, Pointe and Contemporary
  • Curriculum Development
  • Performance Experience
  • Posture and Alignment Understanding
  • Coaching Expertise
  • Group and Individual Instruction
  • Class Leadership
  • Teaching strategies
  • Instructional Techniques

Certification

First Aid Certification

CPR Certified

Timeline

Ballet Dance Instructor

DanceSpace
07.2023 - Current

Substitute Instructor

Move! Dance Studio
06.2023 - Current

Dancer

Oklahoma City Ballet
08.2021 - 05.2022

Student

Colorado Ballet
01.2012 - 01.2020

GED -

FreedomProject Academy

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