Kaitlyn Schanck
Summary
Skilled leader of dance classes with success planning choreography and coaching individual students. Knowledgeable about posture, strength coaching and flexibility needs. Works well with very young students and students new to dance.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Dance Teacher
Adagio Academy Of The Performing Arts
10.2023 - Current
- Worked with fellow teachers to devise and implement support plans to help students excel.
- Assessed student progress regularly to identify students needing individualized help, provide feedback and select suitable material for dancers.
- Motivated and encouraged students to practice dance routines to work toward set goals.
- Choreographed unique routines tailored to individual student abilities, enhancing each dancer's strengths while improving areas of weakness.
- Planned routines for recitals and performances.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share ideas and resources to enhance student experience and success.
- Maintained cleanliness of lobby and studios by sweeping floors, emptying trash receptacles and wiping down surfaces.
- Attended concerts and performances to support students and arts community.
Assistant Dance Teacher
New Hopewell Center For The Arts
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Recognized and adapted to different learning styles to productively communicate and teach materials to all students.
- Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline.
- Used age-appropriate vocabulary and music to teach class, keeping positive, enthusiastic attitude.
- Supported dancers through warm-up exercises prior to classes or performances.
- Provided a safe and supportive environment, fostering an atmosphere of trust and respect among students.
- Maintained cleanliness of lobby and studios by sweeping floors, emptying trash receptacles and wiping down surfaces.
- Assisted lead dance teacher in choreographing routines for performances.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jefferson High School
Shenandoah Junction, WV United States05.2024
Skills
- Dance background
- Policy Enforcement
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Multitasking Abilities
- Working with Children
- Contemporary Dance
- Tap and jazz
- Age-Appropriate Instruction
- Class leadership
- Creating Choreography
Timeline
Dance Teacher
Adagio Academy Of The Performing Arts
10.2023 - Current
Assistant Dance Teacher
New Hopewell Center For The Arts
09.2022 - 06.2023
High School Diploma -
Jefferson High School
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