Jaleel Cheek
Choreographer
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Dedicated dance professional with strong background in both instruction and performance. Motivates, teaches and supports students with diverse approaches focused on individualized instruction. Proficient in working with students of varying ability levels and interests.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Acrobatic Instructor
Xtreme Dance Academy
Mebane, NC
10.2022 - Current
- Collaboration with other dance instructors, choreographers, musicians, and production staff to coordinate performances.
- Communicate with students and their parents or guardians, scheduling classes, creating progress reports, upcoming events, and opportunities for additional training or performance involvement.
- Current with trends, techniques, and developments in the field of dance education through ongoing training, workshops, conferences, and participation in professional organizations such as Carolina Dance Masters.
Creative Director
Dynasty Dance Company
High Point, North Carolina
01.2017 - 08.2021
- Provided constructive feedback to students on their posture, alignment, timing and execution of dance movements, offering corrections and adjustments as needed to refine skills
- Ensured the safety of students teaching proper warm-up and cool-down exercises, emphasizing correct body mechanics and alignment, and implementing injury prevention strategies during dance instruction
- Managed class dynamics and created a positive and inclusive learning environment conducive to student engagement, motivation, and enjoyment.
Choreographer
D's Dance Academy
Welcome, NC
08.2018 - 08.2020
- Developed and implemented dance classes for students of all ages, levels and abilities.
- Organized and monitored rehearsals to ensure the quality of performances.
- Instructed students in the basics of various dance styles such as ballet, jazz, hip-hop, tap and contemporary.
Choreographer
Centre of Performing Arts
Graham, USA
01.2013 - 08.2018
- Developed and planned dance lessons, including selecting appropriate music, choreographing routines, and structuring class activities to align with the curriculum and skill level of students
- Taught dance techniques, steps and routines to students, providing clear and precise instructions and demonstrating movements effectively
- Assessed students' dance abilities and progress, providing feedback and guidance to help them improve their technique, coordination, and performance quality.
Education
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Dance
UNC Greensboro
05.2013
Skills
- Dance Development
- Performance Optimization
- Interactive Classroom Instruction
- Curriculum Development
- Student Assessments
- Student Records Management
- Classical Dance Training
Accomplishments
- Best Dance Choreography: CheerSport, 2017-2018
- Best Dance Choreography: Encore DCS, 2018-2019
Timeline
Acrobatic Instructor
Xtreme Dance Academy
10.2022 - Current
Choreographer
D's Dance Academy
08.2018 - 08.2020
Creative Director
Dynasty Dance Company
01.2017 - 08.2021
Choreographer
Centre of Performing Arts
01.2013 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Dance
UNC Greensboro
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