Hope Riddle
Tampa
Summary
Versatile professional with expertise in dance instruction and marketing. Demonstrated success in fostering teamwork and enhancing participant engagement through innovative lesson planning and effective communication strategies. Committed to leveraging diverse experiences for continuous growth and development.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructor, Marketer
Karl And Dimarco School Of Theater And Dance
Tampa
12.2025 - 12.2025
- Supported marketing initiatives for winter workshop through Instagram and verbal sales techniques.
- Instructed dance classes for 56 participants, enhancing skills and promoting engagement.
- Utilized social media strategies to drive attendance for winter workshops.
- Fostered participant engagement through interactive dance instruction and feedback.
Instructor Dance
Rizing Starz
Auburn
11.2024 - 05.2025
- Developed engaging dance lesson plans for young learners.
- Led hip hop instruction, enhancing student engagement and skill development.
- Collaborated with colleagues to refine teaching strategies and share best practices.
President Auburn Dance Club Team
Student Volunteer
Auburn
06.2024 - 05.2025
- Founded and presided over student-run organization Auburn Uproar with 22 competitive dancers.
- Developed bylaws and constitution while assigning officer roles.
- Secured off-campus training site at Rizing Stars Dance School owned by Auburn alumni.
- Collaborated with studio owner to negotiate usage terms and practice schedules.
- Led marketing initiatives, including logo and Instagram design strategies.
Teacher's Assistant dance
Karl And Dimarco School Of Theater And Dance
Tampa
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Facilitated studio management to create a positive learning environment.
- Supervised children during activities while engaging in choreography and blocking rehearsals.
- Provided constructive feedback on performance skills and techniques to students.
- Communicated progress updates to parents, fostering strong relationships with families.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers, and studio administrators.
Volunteer teacher assistant dance
Karl And Dimarco School Of Theater And Dance
Tampa
06.2021 - 07.2023
- Assisted lead teacher in planning and executing dance activities and lessons.
- Supported young students in addressing individual learning needs and fostering emotional growth.
- Focused on themed activities during summer sessions to enhance engagement.
Humane Society Service Volunteer
The Humane Society of Tampa Bay
Tampa
06.2023 - 06.2023
- Assisted with animal care and wellness programs at The Humane Society.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of shelter facilities for optimal animal health.
- Collaborated with staff to ensure proper handling of animals.
Education
Psychology
University of Connecticut
Storrs, CTPublic Relations - Psychology
Auburn University
Auburn, ALSkills
- Project management
- Team collaboration
- Innovative teaching methods
- Social media marketing
- Student engagement
- Interpersonal skills
- Class instruction
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Professional development
- Creative problem solving
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Instructor, Marketer
Karl And Dimarco School Of Theater And Dance
12.2025 - 12.2025
Instructor Dance
Rizing Starz
11.2024 - 05.2025
President Auburn Dance Club Team
Student Volunteer
06.2024 - 05.2025
Teacher's Assistant dance
Karl And Dimarco School Of Theater And Dance
08.2023 - 05.2024
Humane Society Service Volunteer
The Humane Society of Tampa Bay
06.2023 - 06.2023
Volunteer teacher assistant dance
Karl And Dimarco School Of Theater And Dance
06.2021 - 07.2023
Psychology
University of Connecticut
Public Relations - Psychology
Auburn University