Skilled Professional Ballroom Dance Instructor brings top-notch teaching and mentoring abilities combined with focus on motivating strong student performance. Consistent in teaching, disciplining and assigning grades. Compassionate with students and passionate about imparting love of subject to every class. Proficient in marketing and advertising services, as well as garnering an interest from clientele.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Ballroom Dance Instructor
Imperial Ballroom Dance Center
Manhattan, NY
11.2017 - Current
Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
Adapted teaching style for students of different ages and experience, ranging from beginner to advanced skill levels.
Maintained effective working relationships with staff members, students and parents.
Instructed groups of individual and coupled dancers in different dance styles.
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.
Assessed students' progress and structured lesson plans to facilitate continued learning.
Invited guest instructors to join classes and teach new and unique techniques to students.
Built positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administrators.
Educated students using customized teaching methods and hands-on curriculum.
Enhanced students' confidence and progress by promoting diligence and determination with difficult tasks.
Assessed student needs in context of qualifications, limitations, abilities and interests.
Developed and deployed oral and written assessment strategies for optimal review of student abilities.
Diversified presentations with skilled use of technology and audio-visual aids.
Prepared and administered tests and assessments to track and monitor academic performance.
Mitigated learning gaps and effectively delivered curriculum to over 50 students.
Coached students in using video and social media storytelling to improve visual intelligence of projects.
Carried out balanced program of instruction and work time to give students optimal learning experiences.
Professional Ballroom Dance Instructor
Dance Passion
Brooklyn, NY
09.2016 - Current
Planned choreography for group performances and recitals.
Adapted teaching style for students of different ages and experience, ranging from beginner to advanced skill levels.
Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
Selected age-appropriate music and maintained up-to-date knowledge of students' favorite music to incorporate into lessons.
Maintained effective working relationships with staff members, students and parents.
Upheld studio guidelines and legal requirements for dancer and staff protection.
Interacted effectively by email, phone and in person with students, parents and staff members.
Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
Invited guest instructors to join classes and teach new and unique techniques to students.
Sourced and organized instructional videos and other educational resources to maximize learning.
Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.
Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
Tested students' comprehension of subject matter through quizzes, tests and projects.
Tutored students requiring extra help and gave additional practice work to help improve concept understanding.
Met with parents to discuss students' progress and review areas requiring improvement.
Scheduled tutoring sessions to help students improve grades and gain better grasp course material.
Performed student background reviews to ascertain learning deficiencies and strengths to develop tailored lessons based on student needs.
Server
Chateau De Capitan
Brooklyn, NY
08.2020 - 10.2020
Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about restaurant's menu and products.
Checked with customers to determine satisfaction with meals, promptly taking action to correct problems.
Communicated with hosts, bussers and kitchen staff to prepare for and serve customers.
Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.
Education
High School Diploma -
Saint George Academy
Manhattan, NY
07.2022
Skills
Customer Service
Student Engagement
Relationship Building
Marketing and Fundraising
Clear Communication
Mentoring
Student Assistance
Performance Assessments
Flexibility Techniques
Lesson Preparation
Teamwork and Collaboration
Step Instructions
Business Marketing
Goal Setting
Faculty Collaboration
Marketing and Advertising
Budget Oversight
Timeline
Server
Chateau De Capitan
08.2020 - 10.2020
Professional Ballroom Dance Instructor
Imperial Ballroom Dance Center
11.2017 - Current
Professional Ballroom Dance Instructor
Dance Passion
09.2016 - Current
High School Diploma -
Saint George Academy
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