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Overview
Work History
Education
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Judy McCreary

Wasilla,AK

Summary

Ballet/Dance Teacher creating a welcoming and safe learning environment for all students. Patient professional catering to student needs by incorporating different learning styles. Promoting methods that build confidence and encourage expression.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Dance Teacher

Mason Dance Center
Mason, Ohio
08.1999 - 05.2021
  • Planned, prepared and delivered lesson plans introducing students to dance techniques and ballet positions.
  • Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline.
  • Choreographed routines for recitals and Nutcracker performances.
  • Utilized different styles of teaching to accommodate students of all capabilities.
  • Choreographed for competitive team
  • Taught preschool - 6th grade in creative movement, ballet, jazz, beginning tap and acro


Dance Director

CHCA Dance Academy
Cincinnati, Ohio
08.2016 - 05.2019
  • Developed new choreography for shows and organized rehearsals with team members.
  • Prepared student groups for competitions with routines, exercise regimens and instruction on specific techniques.
  • Choreographed solos for individuals and groups for recitals and competition.
  • Taught 3 year olds through High School in creative movement, ballet, jazz and tap.
  • Organized recitals and in charge of costuming and participation in the studio and all star competition circuit.
  • Responsible for detailed communication with parents and families of students.

Dance Director

Hyde Park Gymnastics And Dance
Cincinnati, Ohio
08.1992 - 05.1997

Taught Preschool gymnastics and dance classes

2 year old mom and tot classes

Elementary school ballet and jazz

Adult ballet

Floor and balance beam dance elements for competitive gymnasts

Responsible for weekly lesson planning and training and hiring teachers.

Responsible for dance demonstration and parent observation days.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio
06.1986

Skills

  • Costume Selection
  • Choreography and Routines
  • Class Scheduling
  • Class Management
  • Customer Service
  • Safety Awareness
  • Strength Development
  • Dance Program Development
  • Performance Coordination
  • Lesson Planning
  • Creative Movement
  • Rehearsal Organization
  • Flexibility Improvements
  • Performance Planning
  • Competitive Dance
  • Competition Preparation
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Jazz Instruction
  • Technique Improvement
  • Tap Dancing
  • Group and Individual Instruction
  • Parent Relations

Timeline

Dance Director - CHCA Dance Academy
08.2016 - 05.2019
Dance Teacher - Mason Dance Center
08.1999 - 05.2021
Dance Director - Hyde Park Gymnastics And Dance
08.1992 - 05.1997
Ohio State University - Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
Judy McCreary