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Kristen Schalk

Charlotte,NC

Summary

Dedicated Dance Instructor eager to work with students of all skill levels. Successful at helping individuals, groups and couples excel.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

In School Dance Teacher

Everybody Dance LA
09.2022 - 06.2023
  • Taught ballet, jazz, free movement, and Hip-Hop to K5-4th graders at 4 different schools around LA for their in school dance programs.
  • Classes included stretch and warmups, exercise, across the floor, games, and learning choreography each week.
  • Planned routines for recitals and performances.
  • Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline.
  • Tailored each class to meet student needs and abilities and allow dancers to progress at comfortable pace.

Dance Teacher

Christian Performing Arts Center
03.2022 - 06.2023
  • Taught beginner ballet and tap to 3-5 year olds, Intermediate jazz and lyrical, and Beg/Int/Advanced hip hop to all ages.
  • Class structure included prayer, stretch & warmup, exercise, and teaching choreography each week to prepare them for their summer and winter recitals.
  • Planned routines for recitals and performances.
  • Taught and explained choreography by breaking down steps and demonstrating moves.
  • Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline.
  • Tailored each class to meet student needs and abilities and allow dancers to progress at comfortable pace.

Dance Teacher

Miss Cherylanne's Little Feet Dance Academy
02.2022 - 02.2023
  • Taught beginner ballet, tap, jazz, and hip-hop to 2-12 year olds.
  • Taught mommy and me interactive dance class
  • Planned routines for recitals and performances.
  • Taught and explained choreography by breaking down steps and demonstrating moves.
  • Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline.
  • Planned, prepared, and delivered lesson plans introducing students to dance techniques and ballet positions.

Daycare Worker

We Rock The Spectrum - Studio City
09.2021 - 09.2022
  • Greeted costumers and checked every child into the system upon arrival.
  • Sold packages to costumers.
  • Watched over the children and played with them
  • Worked with kids with special needs
  • Encouraged good behaviors using positive reinforcement methods.
  • Cleaned and Sanitized tabletops, toys, bathrooms and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Monitored entrances and exits to maintain safety and organized environments.

Dance Teacher

Fuzion Force Entertainment Academy
02.2014 - 07.2021
  • Taught hip hop, jazz, and lyrical to all ages.
  • Classes included: stretch and warmup, exercise, across the floor technique, and teaching choreography for upcoming recitals.
  • Taught at summer camps. Tasks included: teaching dances, playing games, facilitating lunches, and driving students to and from field trips.
  • Taught and explained choreography by breaking down steps and demonstrating moves.
  • Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline.

Education

Associate of Arts - Dance

University of North Carolina At Charlotte
Charlotte, NC
05.2017

High School Diploma -

Lincoln Charter High School
Denver, NC
05.2014

Skills

  • Int/Advanced Hip-Hop Choreography
  • Int/Advanced Jazz & Lyrical Choreography
  • Beginner/Int Ballet & Tap
  • Customer Service
  • Student and Parent Relations
  • Teaching Expertise
  • Lesson Preparation
  • Group and Individual Instruction

Timeline

In School Dance Teacher

Everybody Dance LA
09.2022 - 06.2023

Dance Teacher

Christian Performing Arts Center
03.2022 - 06.2023

Dance Teacher

Miss Cherylanne's Little Feet Dance Academy
02.2022 - 02.2023

Daycare Worker

We Rock The Spectrum - Studio City
09.2021 - 09.2022

Dance Teacher

Fuzion Force Entertainment Academy
02.2014 - 07.2021

Associate of Arts - Dance

University of North Carolina At Charlotte

High School Diploma -

Lincoln Charter High School

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