Jennifer Tedesco
Atco,NJ
Summary
Experienced educator specializing in Pilates and Dance, with a strong background in instructor evaluation and management. Proven ability to enhance teaching methodologies and improve student engagement. Demonstrated leadership in training and developing instructors to achieve high performance standards.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Fitness Manager
Bodybar Washington Township
Sewell, New Jersey
03.2024 - Current
- Supervised a team of instructors to ensure quality customer service was provided at all times.
- Organized and scheduled fitness classes, events, and activities.
- Managed the daily operations of the fitness center, ensuring safety standards were met.
- Implemented policies and procedures related to employee conduct and safety protocols.
- Created marketing strategies designed to increase awareness of the facility's services within the community.
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure client satisfaction.
- Conducted regular performance reviews with staff members to provide feedback on job performance.Insuring they were holding firm to the Bodybar standard.
- Recruited, interviewed and trained new staff members as needed.
- Monitored and evaluated member satisfaction through surveys and interviews.
- Developed partnerships with local businesses in order to cross-promote each other's services and products.
- Resolved any customer complaints or issues promptly and efficiently.
- Planned special events such as workshops to promote the facility's services.
- Planned and taught classes adhering to the Bodybar method.
Bodybar Instructor
Bodybar Washington Township
Sewell, New Jersey
11.2023 - Current
- Planned and taught classes per the Bodybar Blocking System.
- Acted as a Bodybar Ambassador.
- Maintained studio cleanliness, and inspected equipment.
- I participated in Bodybar classes.
- Supported my fellow instructors by giving and receiving feedback.
- Covered fellow instructors classes when needed.
Faculty Teacher
School of the Philadelphia Ballet
Berlin, NJ
09.2023 - Current
- Instructed classes in classical ballet technique emphasizing posture, alignment, turnout, strength building exercises and stretching techniques.
- Organized, supervised, and evaluated student performances in recitals and competitions.
- Attended workshops related to new teaching methods or trends in order to stay up-to-date on current practices.
- Developed choreography for school productions based on specific themes or stories presented by directors.
- Monitored student development to ensure that they are meeting their goals in a timely manner.
- Provided instruction to students on the proper techniques of ballet steps, leaps, turns, jumps, and adagio movements.
- Demonstrated correct body placement during dance routines to show proper form to students.
- Collaborated with other teachers regarding student progress and areas needing improvement.
- Communicated effectively with staff members regarding any issues or concerns that may arise throughout the year.
- Maintained discipline in the classroom by using positive reinforcement strategies.
Real Estate Agent
Haines Reality LLC
Ship Bottom, NJ
11.2020 - Current
- Schedule inspections when jobs are complete. Coordinating with township, homeowner and technician.
- Follow up with townships for certificates of approval.
- Keep track of installed jobs that are ready for inspection.
- Complete folders for inspection. Making sure to include field copies, job photos and utility forms.
- Document passed and failed inspections and follow up failed inspections for repairs and reinspecting.
- Update CRM as needed with passed and failed inspections.
- Assign technicians and coordinate their appointments.
- Assist team members as needed.
Certified Pilates Instructor
Pilates Plus A Restoration Studio
Marlton, NJ
10.2014 - Current
- Participated in workshops and development sessions to improve
- Marlton, NJ understanding of the discipline and service to clients
- Certified Pilates Instructor Documented class a enhance and student participation for facility, records
- Contributed to team success and member needs by working with other instructors to cover classes and develop new offerings
- Maintained neat and clean equipment and facilities
- Marketed facility, classes and services to current and potential members
- Developed and delivered 8 weekly fitness classes
- Prepared teaching area for each class and returned all equipment to storage after classes
- Devised new programs and monitored client progress
- Developed routines to avoid injuries, maximize effort and facilitate client a ailment of personal fitness goals
- Guided clients in safe exercise, taking into account individualized physical limitations
- Guided clients on proper nutrition and exercise habits
- Watched clients during exercises and assisted with exercises
- Encouraged clients to engage in group fitness classes and other gym activities to meet fitness goals
- Administered various fitness assessments to measure client progress
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service
- Provided excellent service and a mention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines
- Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs
- Improved customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
Inspection Coordinator
Solar Energy World
Pennsauken, NJ
05.2023 - 11.2023
- Upon job completion, coordinate inspections with homeowner, township or third party and technician. Assure all documentation is update and job is fully ready for inspection.
- Follow up on failed inspections for repairs and reinspect.
- Assign technicians and coordinate their travel.
- Prepare job folder with field copy, job photos, permits and utility forms.
- Prepare reports to be presented at daily meetings.
- Keep a record of completed jobs and their inspection status.
- Update CRM with dates and photos.
- Maintain communication with team members regarding status of jobs.
- Answer phones and communicate with customers.
- Assist team members as needed.
- Attend inspections when needed.
Ballet Teacher
South Jersey Ballet Theatre
West Berlin
01.2018 - 09.2023
- Prepared and delivered carefully-crafted lessons to introduce students to proper dance techniques and positions while building ballet knowledge.
- Accommodated students with special needs by using different teaching styles, encouraging each to learn at appropriate pace.
- Interacted effectively by email, phone and in person with students, parents and staff members.
- Planned choreography for group performances and recitals.
- Maintained effective working relationships with staff members, students and parents.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
- Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.
- Maintained studio and equipment.
Ballet Teacher
Artists In Motion
Cherry Hill, NJ
06.2012 - 06.2023
- Implemented class rules to verify each student could learn in healthy environment promoting respect and gentle discipline
- Prepared and delivered carefully crafted lessons to introduce students to proper dance techniques and positions while building ballet knowledge
- Choreographed all dance numbers for student springtime recital
- Instructed children to adult students in classes such as Ballet, Lyrical and Barre
- Helped with coordination and administration of complete dance program
- Delivered individual instruction to students
- Upheld all studio guidelines and legal requirements
- Collaborated in team-based environment to uphold instruction quality and continuity of service to all clients
- Set up appointments to coach students in additional techniques
- Planned choreography for group performances and family recitals.
Office Manager
Artistic Coatings Plus LLC
Atco, NJ
02.2004 - 01.2011
- Handeld scheduling and managed timely and effective allocation of, resources and calendars
- Increased office organization by developing filing system and customer database protocols
- Managed inventory and purchase of supplies for office operations
- Generated financial reports for management review
- Wrote professional business correspondence to maintain strong line of communications
- Managed and controlled office supply inventory to secure timely ordering or requisition of depleted or low-level stock
- Managed office budget to handle all needs, including inventory, postage and vendor services
- Entered invoice data into company database and updated details, including customer contacts and delivery dates to keep information current
- Oversaw day-to-day office operations, including receiving and organizing correspondence, answering and forwarding calls and creating business le ers and records.
Education
High School Diploma -
American School
08.1996
Skills
- Student engagement
- Understanding of posture
- Choreography of dance numbers
- Group teaching
- Classical ballet training
- Teaching strategies
- Different learning styles
- Core fitness
- Lesson preparation
- Safety understanding
- Faculty collaboration
- Classroom management
- Technique improvement
- Facilities maintenance
- Strength development
- Performance background
- Performance planning
- Individual instruction
- Flexibility techniques
- Certifications and Licenses
- Pilates Certification in Reformer, Mat and Cadillac
- Certified in Progressive Ballet Technique
- Negotiations Expert
- MLS Data Entry and Maintenance
- Property Research
- Client Relations
- Service Orientation
- Property Inspection
- New Construction Assessment
- Attention to Detail
- Print and Digital Advertisement
- Purchase Agreement Writing
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Maintenance Coordination
- Buyer and Seller Representation
- Sales Promotion
- Analytical and Logical Thinking
Additional Information
- Certification in Pilates:2014
- NJ Realtor License:2020
Timeline
Fitness Manager
Bodybar Washington Township
03.2024 - Current
Bodybar Instructor
Bodybar Washington Township
11.2023 - Current
Faculty Teacher
School of the Philadelphia Ballet
09.2023 - Current
Inspection Coordinator
Solar Energy World
05.2023 - 11.2023
Real Estate Agent
Haines Reality LLC
11.2020 - Current
Ballet Teacher
South Jersey Ballet Theatre
01.2018 - 09.2023
Certified Pilates Instructor
Pilates Plus A Restoration Studio
10.2014 - Current
Ballet Teacher
Artists In Motion
06.2012 - 06.2023
Office Manager
Artistic Coatings Plus LLC
02.2004 - 01.2011
High School Diploma -
American School
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