Farrah Groves
Odessa
Summary
Well-rounded dance educator with a strong background at En Croix Dance Academy and Permian High School, specializing in technique improvement and choreography creation. Proven ability to foster a supportive environment, enhancing student creativity and performance. Adept at leading classes and motivating dancers, resulting in significant skill advancement and successful competition participation. Skilled leader of dance classes with success planning choreography and coaching individual students. Knowledgeable about posture, strength coaching and flexibility needs. Works well with very young and older students.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Dance Teacher
En Croix Dance Academy & Permain Panther Paws
05.2022 - 06.2025
- Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline.
- Created Combos and routines and taught them to classes based on their age group and skill level.
- Planned, prepared, and delivered lesson plans introducing students to dance techniques and ballet positions.
- Tailored each class to meet student needs and abilities and allow dancers to progress at comfortable pace.
Dance Teacher's Assistant
En Croix Dance Academy
08.2021 - 06.2025
- Taught and explained choreography by breaking down steps and demonstrating moves.
- Promoted creative expression to encourage students to explore dance as art and self expression through movement.
- Motivated and encouraged students to practice dance routines to work toward set goals.
- Provided constructive corrections to encourage students to learn steps and improve dancing.
Dance Team Member
En Croix Dance Academy & Permian Panther Paws
05.2021 - 05.2025
- Participated in numerous dance competitions and shows to demonstrate technique and artistry.
- Picked up choreography moves easily and immediately incorporated changes in choreography or new moves by staying flexible.
- Collaborated with choreographers and directors to create unique and captivating dance numbers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Permian High School
Odessa, TX05-2025
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Odessa College
Odessa, TX05-2025
Skills
- Technique improvement
- Strength development
- Class leadership
- Strengthening routines
- Flexibility techniques
- Competitive dance
- Dance background
- Creating choreography
- Style Variety
Accomplishments
- 2025 Crowd Pleasers Dance Competition 1st place soloist at State
Timeline
Dance Teacher
En Croix Dance Academy & Permain Panther Paws
05.2022 - 06.2025
Dance Teacher's Assistant
En Croix Dance Academy
08.2021 - 06.2025
Dance Team Member
En Croix Dance Academy & Permian Panther Paws
05.2021 - 05.2025
High School Diploma -
Permian High School
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Odessa College
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