HARMONY HENNEGAN
Sparta,WI
Summary
In charge of composing and teaching choreography for the Tomah Elementary Musical for the past ten years. Currently teaching hip-hop, tap, and ballet to 3-12 year olds at Dance Arts Centers by Melisa. Choreographer for Crantastics Singers youth show choir nine years.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
CYPA Youth Program Assistant
Fort McCoy MWR
Tomah, WI
09.2022 - Current
- Assisted teachers with lesson planning and preparation of materials for classes.
- Assisted with lesson planning, designing activities to promote language, cognition and memory skills.
- Prepared snack and other meals for youth at the program.
- Helped facilitate transitions between the bus and classrooms.
- Went above and beyond to create fun experiences for the youth at the program.
- Actively engaged with youth at all point of the day.
- Provided a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for children of all ages.
- Encouraged positive behaviors, including patience with teachers and fellow kids.
- Identified signs of emotional or developmental problems in children to alert parents or guardians.
Assistant Musical Director
Tomah Area School District Office
Tomah, WI
01.2022 - Current
- In charge of all aspects of video production for the Tomah Elementary Musical Giants in the Sky from pre-production to post-production
- Planned and directed dance performances for groups, couples, and individuals
- Created a healthy and safe learning environment for all students by enforcing class rules and encouraging mutual respect and gentle discipline
- Used a variety of teaching methods to accommodate students of various abilities
- Oversaw all aspects of post-production, including editing, dubbing, and color correction
Dance Teacher
Dance Art Centers By Melisa
09.2021 - Current
- Taught Ballet dance classes for3-4 year old students
- Taught Ballet and Tap dance classes for5-6 year old students
- Planned, prepared and delivered lesson plans introducing students to dance techniques and ballet positions
- Routines for recitals and performances were planned by me
Substitute Teacher Aide
Tomah Area School District Office
Tomah, WI
01.2021 - Current
- Used behavior modeling and specialized teaching techniques to share and reinforce social skills
- Helped students with special needs
- Was in charge of monitoring, enforcing rules, and assisting the lead teacher in the classroom and common areas
- Kept track of students during transitional and non-class periods like lunch and recess
- Organized classroom materials to assist teachers in planning daily activities and instruction
- Took daily attendance and immediately notified office of any student absences
- Helped teachers with any administrative, instructional, or student support needs to keep the classroom running smoothly
Choreographer
Warrens Cranberry Festival
Warrens, WI
07.2015 - Current
- Composed step and move sequences for dancers ages4-18
- Instructed dancers during performances
- Kept track of20-40 students on walk to performance site by supervising various tasks such as roll call and student monitoring, in order to keep kids safe during festival
Education
High School -
Tomah High School
Tomah, WI01.2020
Some college (No degree) -
Western Technical College
La Crosse, WISkills
- Group and individual instruction
- Lesson planning
- Clear communication
- Attendance records
- Instructional techniques
- Proficient in Media production
- First Aid/CPR
- Attentive
- Experience with variety of ages
Timeline
CYPA Youth Program Assistant
Fort McCoy MWR
09.2022 - Current
Assistant Musical Director
Tomah Area School District Office
01.2022 - Current
Dance Teacher
Dance Art Centers By Melisa
09.2021 - Current
Substitute Teacher Aide
Tomah Area School District Office
01.2021 - Current
Choreographer
Warrens Cranberry Festival
07.2015 - Current
High School -
Tomah High School
Some college (No degree) -
Western Technical College