Halima Mahdee
Oakland,CA
Summary
Accomplished Dance Educator at Oakland Unified School District, adept in Choreography Development and fostering student engagement. Elevated student confidence and appreciation for dance as an art form, incorporating multicultural styles and promoting creative expression. Excelled in creating inclusive environments and tailoring lessons to diverse learning needs, significantly enhancing artistic expression and technical skills among students.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Dance Educator
Oakland Unified School District
Oakland, CA
08.2022 - Current
- Boosted student confidence by providing constructive feedback and tailored guidance during individual and group performances.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive learning environment, fostering respect and appreciation for diverse cultures and traditions through dance.
- Introduced a variety of historical context elements into lessons, fostering a deeper appreciation and understanding of dance as an art form with cultural significance.
- Enhanced students'' creativity by incorporating various dance styles and techniques in lessons.
- Developed assessment tools to measure student growth in technical skills, artistic expression, collaboration abilities, and self-discipline throughout the year.
- Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline.
- Planned, prepared, and delivered lesson plans introducing students to dance techniques and ballet positions.
- Promoted creative expression to encourage students to explore dance as art and self expression through movement.
- Tailored each class to meet student needs and abilities and allow dancers to progress at comfortable pace.
- Assessed student progress regularly to identify students needing individualized help, provide feedback and select suitable material for dancers.
- Provided feedback, guidance and support to students on participation and performance.
- Met needs of different students by adapting teaching materials and methods.
Dance Instructor
The Peoples Conservatory
2150 Livingston St. Oakland, CA 94606
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Planned routines for recitals and performances.
- Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline.
- Promoted creative expression to encourage students to explore dance as art and self expression through movement.
- Recognized and adapted to different learning styles to productively communicate and teach materials to all students.
- Monitored student behavior to identify potential issues and address problems appropriately.
- Created interactive activities to engage students and maximize learning.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Anthropology
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA05.2022
Associate of Science - Anthropology
Laney College
Oakland, CA05.2018
Skills
- Choreography Development
- Anatomy knowledge
- Stage presence
- Dance technique
- Pedagogical Skills
- Improvisation Techniques
- Physical Conditioning
- Teaching Methodology
- Artistic Expression
- Multicultural Dance Styles
- Dance History
- Clear Communication
- Classroom Management
- Safety awareness
- Choreography expertise
- Relationship Building
- Safety understanding
- Student Engagement
- Dance background
- Physical Fitness
- Lesson Planning
- Class Management
- Teaching strategies
- Goal Setting
- Creating Choreography
- Discipline management
- Group and individual instruction
- Mentoring
- Student assessment
- Modern and Contemporary Dance
- Group Instruction
- Class leadership
- Event Planning
- Strength development
- Student and parent relations
- Community Outreach
- Performance Planning
- Performance Assessments
- Class Scheduling
- Time Management
Timeline
Dance Educator
Oakland Unified School District
08.2022 - Current
Dance Instructor
The Peoples Conservatory
01.2022 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Anthropology
San Francisco State University
Associate of Science - Anthropology
Laney College