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Kisha Witty

Fort Collins,CO

Summary

Driven Belly Dance Fusion Instructor trained in a wide range of dance styles. Excellent choreography and group instructional skills. Strong dance instruction and performance background with love of teaching students of different ages.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Belly Dance Instructor/Community Coordinator

Full Expression Dance Collective
Fort Collins, Colorado
01.2023 - Current
  • Evaluated student progress and adjusted learning plans to foster progress.
  • Assessed students' progress and structured lesson plans to facilitate continued learning.
  • Monitored student performance and offered feedback to support goal achievement.
  • Encouraged students to take risks, try something new and develop creative problem solving skills.
  • Supervised student practices and rehearsals prior to shows.
  • Demonstrated new movements and steps during classes while providing verbal instruction as well as visual cues.
  • Served as a mentor for aspiring belly dancers who wanted to improve their technique.
  • Encouraged students to explore individual learning opportunities to expand knowledge of subject areas.
  • Built positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administrators.
  • Accommodated students with special needs by using different teaching styles, encouraging each to learn at appropriate pace.
  • Taught basic choreography combinations that allowed dancers to express themselves through movement while developing strength, coordination and flexibility.
  • Developed and conducted beginner level belly dance classes for adults.
  • Fostered an inclusive learning environment where students felt comfortable expressing themselves through movement.
  • Assisted with costume selection and design for performances.
  • Led warm-up exercises before every class session to ensure proper strengthening techniques were used by dancers.
  • Collaborated with others to discuss new opportunities.

Certified Full Spectrum Doula

Peaceful Birth Company
Fort Collins, Colorado
01.2022 - Current
  • Provided referrals for additional services such as lactation consultants or mental health professionals if needed.
  • Facilitated communication between client and medical staff during labor and delivery process.
  • Developed trusting relationships with clients by providing consistent support throughout pregnancy journey.
  • Assisted in creating a calming environment for birthing mothers through use of music, scents.
  • Supported nursing staff in day-to-day operations.
  • Collaborated with other doulas in order to provide best possible care for clients.
  • Researched local services available to meet the needs of each particular family.
  • Remained up-to-date on current evidence based practices related to childbirth.
  • Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
  • Performed basic, non-invasive medical assistant duties.
  • Provided emotional and physical support to pregnant client throughout labor, delivery, and postpartum period.
  • Supported partners or family members with non-medical comfort measures such as massage therapy or aromatherapy.
  • Provided emotional and physical support to pregnant client throughout labor, delivery, and postpartum period.
  • Helped create an atmosphere of respect between mother and healthcare providers.
  • Encouraged positive self-talk and affirmations throughout entire birthing process.
  • Maintained compliance with HIPAA protocols to safeguard patient privacy.
  • Accompanied clients to prenatal appointments to ensure they were receiving appropriate care from providers.
  • Assisted with breastfeeding initiation when needed.
  • Taught breathing techniques that help manage pain during contractions.
  • Offered compassionate listening ear for any concerns or fears related to pregnancy or childbirth.
  • Assisted clients in developing birth plans that addressed their needs and wishes for childbirth experience.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing

Richland Community College
Decatur, IL

Skills

  • Performance Coordination
  • Performance Assessments
  • Class Management
  • Relationship Building
  • Mentoring
  • Instructional Techniques
  • Creating Choreography
  • Goal Setting
  • Student Motivation
  • Flexibility Techniques
  • Student Engagement
  • CPR Certification

Accomplishments

  • Initiation Certified 8 Elements (36hrs Intensive)
  • 500 plus hours of Intensive Belly Dance Trainings with World Renowned Dancers.
  • 8yrs Professional Performer with Tribaltique/Sumatra Dance.
  • 8yrs. Show Choir
  • 3yrs. Professional Vocal Training (Miliken University)
  • Conversations Crucial Converstions & Confrontations
  • HAP Certified (Emotional Intelligence)
  • Self Leadership Certification
  • Usui Tibetan Reiki Level 1 Certified

Timeline

Belly Dance Instructor/Community Coordinator

Full Expression Dance Collective
01.2023 - Current

Certified Full Spectrum Doula

Peaceful Birth Company
01.2022 - Current

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing

Richland Community College

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