Isabel Shapiro

Co-Teacher to ages 2-3 year olds.

• Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
• Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
• Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
• Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
• Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
• Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
• Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
• Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
• Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
• Facilitated connection with nature through regular educational outdoor excursions, enhancing environmental awareness.
• Maintained detailed records of students' progress and behavior, providing valuable feedback to parents and staff.

• Mentored aspiring ballet instructors, sharing knowledge and best practices for teaching various age groups and skill levels.
• Evaluated student progress throughout the year using formal assessments such as written exams or practical demonstrations.
• Incorporated elements of conditioning and injury prevention into lessons, promoting long-term health benefits for dancers.
• Provided individualized feedback to students on their technique, enabling them to refine their skills and excel in performances.
• Established strong relationships with parents, keeping them informed of their child''s progress through regular updates and meetings.
• Maintained an organized schedule for classes, ensuring all students had ample opportunity to attend sessions appropriate for their skill level.
• Implemented creative teaching methods, making lessons engaging and enjoyable while maintaining a focus on proper technique.
• Organized successful recitals and showcases, highlighting the progress and achievements of students.
• Promoted a positive learning environment by encouraging open communication between students and instructors.
• Fostered a sense of community among students by organizing group activities and team-building exercises.
• Facilitated masterclasses with guest artists from renowned dance companies, exposing students to diverse perspectives within the field of ballet.
• Taught and explained choreography by breaking down steps and demonstrating moves.
• Planned routines for recitals and performances.

• Planned, prepared, and delivered lesson plans introducing students to dance techniques and ballet positions.
• Provided constructive criticism during rehearsals, enabling dancers to refine their performance techniques before public performances or competitions.
• Communicated with students and parents in person, via email, and by phone to resolve issues and answer questions.
• Established strong relationships with parents, communicating regularly about their child''s progress and ways to support their continued growth outside of class.
• Organized successful recitals showcasing students'' progress and talents, generating increased enrollment numbers in subsequent semesters.
• Utilized different styles of teaching to accommodate students of all capabilities.
• Developed comprehensive lesson plans tailored to meet the diverse needs of students at various skill levels.
• Mentored aspiring ballet dancers, providing guidance in audition preparation and career development strategies.
• Promoted a positive learning environment by encouraging open communication, collaboration, and creativity among students.
• Enhanced students'' ballet technique by incorporating innovative teaching methods and providing individualized feedback.
• Expanded students'' knowledge of ballet history and terminology through informative lectures and discussions.
• Encouraged proper alignment, posture, and body awareness through consistent reinforcement during class instruction.
• Collaborated with other dance instructors to develop cohesive curriculum plans, ensuring consistency across all classes.
• Choreographed dance numbers for school's year-end recital.