Katrina Torres
Round Rock,TX
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills. Always ready to help the team achieve company goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CEO
Tap N Toe School Of Dance
Austin, TX
07.2019 - Current
- Work with fellow teachers to devise and implement support plans to help students excel.
- Demonstrate choreography by breaking down steps and movements.
- Tailor each class to meet student needs and abilities and allow dancers to progress at comfortable pace.
- Communicate with students and parents in person, via email, and by phone to resolve issues and answer questions.
- Expand class offerings by introducing new dance genres based on student interest surveys, driving increased participation rates across all age groups.
- Manage financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
EBay Seller
Evergreen Electronics
Austin, TX
05.2020 - Current
- Demonstrate strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Negotiate with suppliers to secure best prices for products.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Work effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Resolve problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Manage inventory effectively, keeping track of stock levels and replenishing as needed to maintain optimum availability.
- Develope strategic marketing initiatives to promote products across various channels, driving increased traffic to the eBay store.
Personal Trainer
LA Fitness
Austin, TX
10.2017 - 05.2020
- Motivated clients to stay on track with fitness goals with positive and friendly approach.
- Designed specific workout systems for individual clients based on performance ability.
- Developed, planned, and led personal and group fitness sessions as well as well-known specialty fitness programs.
- Educated clients on importance of proper nutrition to reach fitness objectives.
- Assisted individuals in setting achievable fitness goals, monitoring progress for success.
Camp Counselor
Chaparral Ice
Austin, TX
06.2011 - 08.2013
- Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and maintain safety.
- Oversaw and taught campers basic principles to enhance wellbeing and safety measures in nature.
- Implemented and developed programs to promote physical fitness, teamwork and healthy living.
- Transported and escorted program participants to and from activities and on field trips.
- Developed strong relationships with co-counselors that resulted in seamless teamwork during challenging situations or emergencies.
- Kept track of allergies and dietary restrictions, verifying correct meals and snacks were given to campers.
- Acted as a positive role model, demonstrating strong leadership skills and exemplifying the camp''s core values.
- Instructed campers to observe proper behavior and etiquette to avoid conflicts and unruly activities.
Concessions Worker
Regal Cinemas
Austin, TX
06.2008 - 07.2009
- Consistently provided friendly service to promote better customer engagement.
- Prepared popcorn, drinks, and snacks for customers.
- Maintained a positive attitude while managing long lines or addressing challenging situations with customers.
- Monitored equipment performance, reporting any issues or concerns for timely maintenance or repairs.
- Performed serving, cleaning and stocking to high standards and provided excellent customer satisfaction.
Education
B.A. - Dance
Sweet Briar College
Amherst, VA05.2017
High School Diploma -
Concordia High School
Austin, TX05.2013
Skills
- Classroom leadership
- Organization
- Mentoring
- Discipline management
- Policy Enforcement
- Curriculum Development
- Social media proficiency
- Student Engagement
- Group and individual instruction
- Lesson Planning
Teaching Experereince
- August 2018-Current - Dance teacher for ages 2.5-13. Teaches Tap, Ballet, Hip Hop and Jazz.
- September 2016-April 2017- Sweet Briar College- Taught a creative movement class for Pre-K and Kindergartners
- October 2016-November 2016 - Student dance teacher for Amherst Elementary School - Taught creative movement to kindergartners
Certification
- Certified eBay Seller, Evergreen Electronics - 2023-present
Dance Training
- Sweet Briar College, Sweet Briar,VA, 08/2013, 05/2017, Modern Dance Choreography.
- Sky Candy, Austin, TX, 07/2016-05/2018, Aerial Dance
- Frequent Flyers Productions, Inc. (Internship), Boulder, CO, 06/2015, 08/2015, Aerial Dance - Worked with Lyra", Rope, Silks, and Trapeze
- PILOBOLUS (Dance Workshop), CT, 07/2014, (Choreographed and danced in various pieces)
- Austin School of Classical Ballet, Austin, TX, 01/2010, 08/2013, Advanced pointe work
- Atlanta Ballet Intensive, Georgia Southern University, GA, 07/2011, (Included Ballet, Jazz, and Modern)
- Lone Star Dance Studio, Pflugerville, TX, 08/2010, 06/2011, (Jazz, Contemporary, and Hip Hip)
- Slavin Nadal School of Ballet, Austin, TX, 08/1999, 05/2009, Classical Ballet and Character Dancing
References
- Mark Magruder, Sweet Briar College, 434-942-1171
- Ella Magruder, Sweet Briar College, 434-942-9962
- Jennifer Felkner, Director, Austin School of Classical Ballet, 512-762-4522
Aerial Dancing
In my spare time I like to sharpen my dancing skills with aerial work.
Timeline
EBay Seller
Evergreen Electronics
05.2020 - Current
CEO
Tap N Toe School Of Dance
07.2019 - Current
Personal Trainer
LA Fitness
10.2017 - 05.2020
Camp Counselor
Chaparral Ice
06.2011 - 08.2013
Concessions Worker
Regal Cinemas
06.2008 - 07.2009
B.A. - Dance
Sweet Briar College
High School Diploma -
Concordia High School