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Justine Ayala

Justine Ayala

Manhattan,NY

Summary

Qualified Dance Instructor with solid background in dance instruction, adept at choreographing and leading classes for diverse skill levels. Demonstrated success in creating engaging lesson plans and fostering supportive learning environment. Proven ability to inspire students and adapt teaching methods to meet individual needs. Specifically looking to work with children 12 and under.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Young Children's Programming

Westchester Dance Academy
09.2023 - Current
  • Assisted with studio branding and marketing activities.
  • Enhanced dance studio reputation by consistently delivering high-quality performances and events.
  • Developed a comprehensive curriculum that catered to various dance styles and levels, ensuring a well-rounded education for all students.
  • Reported issues to higher management with great detail.

Dance Instructor

Westchester Dance Academy
06.2015 - Current
  • Planned, prepared, and delivered lesson plans for students ages 12 and under in Ballet, Contemporary, Lyrical, Jazz, and Acro.
  • Attended both regional and national dance competitions
  • Choreographed both solos and group dances for students ages 12 and under in Contemporary, Lyrical and Jazz.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, encouraging them to develop self-confidence through the art of dance.
  • Cultivated a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering open communication between students, parents, and staff.
  • Provided private lessons for advanced dancers seeking more specialized instruction or audition preparation assistance.
  • Implemented injury-prevention techniques into daily warm-ups and stretches to promote healthy dancing habits among students.
  • Assessed students'' progress and provided constructive feedback, enabling continuous improvement in their dance abilities.

Instructor

Performers Edge Dance Academy
09.2013 - 06.2016
  • Choreographing tap, jazz, contemporary, and lyrical pieces for competition for ages 5-18
  • Teaching ballet, jazz, tap, lyrical, jumps and turns, technique and contemporary to children all levels ages 2-18

Instructor

Central Park Dance
09.2002 - 06.2015
  • Created a Jr. Jazz class that focused on strength and technique. Class started with just five selected children and within 6 months grew to a class of 13 dancers that were chosen by audition to participate.
  • Instituted tests what would help determine the future ability of dancers based on ability to mimic movement as well as ability to adapt to different types of dance
  • Instituted studio wide reward system for older children based on progression of the students and knowledge of dance terminology and musicality
  • Helped in revising the syllabus for all ages
  • Specialize in inventing innovative ways of getting younger children to participate and capture attention for longer periods of time

Education

J.D. - Law

Cuny School Of Law
Long Island City, NY
05-2016

Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Administration, Legal and Ethical Studies, Marketing

Fordham University
Bronx, NY
05.2010

Skills

    Acrobatic Arts Aerial Workshop Certificate

    Acrobatic Arts Module 1 Certification August 2025

Dance Experience

  • Carnival, 2014, New York, NY, Performed a piece choreographed by Tracie Stanfield
  • Synthesis Dance Project, New York, NY, Synthesis Dance Spring NYC Season, Synthesis Dance Alaska Tour, Carnival 2016
  • Brooklyn Dance Festival, 2015
  • Synthesis Too, 2014, Performed with the apprentice company under the direction of the artistic director Tracie Stanfield at Brooklyn Dance Festival

Timeline

Director of Young Children's Programming

Westchester Dance Academy
09.2023 - Current

Dance Instructor

Westchester Dance Academy
06.2015 - Current

Instructor

Performers Edge Dance Academy
09.2013 - 06.2016

Instructor

Central Park Dance
09.2002 - 06.2015

J.D. - Law

Cuny School Of Law

Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Administration, Legal and Ethical Studies, Marketing

Fordham University

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