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Krista Landers

Plainfield,IL

Summary

Energetic Dance Instructor offering one year of experience coaching dance students in group sessions. Accomplished performer and people person successful at developing talent. Versed in adapting teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests. Personally danced for 16 years in all styles of dance. Eager to teach poms, lyrical, and jazz.

Affectionate Babysitter with hands-on experience monitoring well-being and safety of children. Energetic in conducting fun, age-appropriate activities and modeling appropriate social behaviors. Alert and organized individual dedicated to maintaining child-friendly environment. Is comfortable with kids of any age and does not mind pets.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Dance Instructor

Plainfield Park District
Plainfield, IL
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Instructed students in the basics of various dance styles such as ballet, jazz, hip-hop, poms and lyrical.
  • Maintained effective working relationships with staff members, students and parents.
  • Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
  • Sourced and organized instructional videos and other educational resources to maximize learning.
  • Provided individual feedback on student performance to help them improve their skills.
  • Collaborated with other instructors to develop lessons plans that meet the needs of each student's level of ability.
  • Created a safe environment where students can learn without fear of criticism or judgment.
  • Selected age-appropriate music and maintained up-to-date knowledge of students' favorite music to incorporate into lessons.
  • Adapted teaching style for students of different ages and experience, ranging from beginner to advanced skill levels.

Family Babysitter

Dan Fleck
Naperville, IL
08.2020 - 08.2023
  • Assisted children with completing homework and special assignments to improve academic performance.
  • Planned recreational activities to enhance physical development and explore stimulating exercises.
  • Monitored children's safety and well-being to prevent accidents and falls.
  • Enforced rules to teach good manners and maintain safe environment.
  • Communicated regularly with parents about any changes in routine or behavior observed in their child and children.
  • Helped complete homework, school projects and chores.
  • Responded appropriately to behavior issues that arose between siblings or other family members.
  • Enforced rules set by the parents regarding television time, toys, snacks.
  • Provided transportation for kids to after-school activities.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Education

Coastal Carolina University
Conway, SC
04-2027

High School Diploma -

Plainfield North High School
Plainfield, IL
05.2023

Skills

  • Teaching strategies
  • Competition Preparation
  • Performance background
  • Group teaching
  • Music Selection
  • Homework Assistance
  • Child Supervision
  • Responsible driver
  • Discipline understanding
  • Meal and snack preparation

Additional Information

  • High honor roll or honor roll in every semester of high school.
  • National Honor Society member in Highschool
  • Cino Dance Company member at Coastal Carolina University
  • Provost's Scholar Award at Coastal Carolina University

Timeline

Dance Instructor

Plainfield Park District
05.2023 - 08.2023

Family Babysitter

Dan Fleck
08.2020 - 08.2023

Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Education

Coastal Carolina University

High School Diploma -

Plainfield North High School

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