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Kyaisha Darden

New York,NY

Summary

Energetic Dance Teacher known for maintaining high productivity, efficiently completing task. Specializing in choreography, student engagement, student growth & performance preparation. Excel in communication, patience, and adaptability, ensuring students of all levels achieve their full potential.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Dance Teacher

Youth Bureau
The Bronx, NY
10.2024 - Current
  • Instructed students in proper technique, terminology and performance of different majorette styles such as J-set, Jazz, Hbcu style and much more.
  • Assessed student strengths and weaknesses to determine areas needing improvement.
  • Coordinated costume and stage design for annual recitals, managing budgets and working with vendors to ensure high-quality productions.
  • Maintained a positive and encouraging classroom environment, fostering a passion for dance and creativity among students.

Assistant Director/Choreographer

Kw productions
Queens, NY
01.2022 - Current
  • Assisted in developing strategic plans to meet organizational goals and objectives.
  • Organized and rehearsed dancers to ensure performances of the highest quality.
  • Produced innovative routines that blended different styles of dance for competitions, shows, events &more.
  • Mentored young dancers on proper technique, a proper mindset and being a better person overall in order to improve their skills.

Dance Specialist

New York Edge
Brooklyn, NY
10.2023 - 06.2024
  • Developed comprehensive lesson plans for classes of all levels, from beginner to advanced.
  • Created choreography for group numbers as well as individual solos.
  • Participated in weekly meetings with other staff members to discuss curriculum development initiatives.
  • Instructed students in a variety of dance genres including ballet, jazz, hip hop, tap and contemporary.

Assistant Dance Teacher

On Your Toes
Brooklyn, NY
01.2022 - 05.2023
  • Provided individual and group instruction to students in dance fundamentals, technique, and performance.
  • Assisted with the organization of classes and rehearsals for upcoming performances.
  • Monitored student progress throughout the semester to ensure they are achieving their goals.
  • Assisted in creating choreography for recitals and other special events.

Education

High School Diploma -

Phoenix High School
Lawrenceville, GA
10-2016

Skills

  • Safety awareness
  • Student Motivation
  • Class Management
  • Dance Program Development
  • Mentoring
  • Strength development
  • Dance background
  • Fitness
  • Different learning styles

Affiliations

  • choregrapher for fashion shows
  • Modeled on the runway
  • traveled to Africa studying dance
  • trained in Alvin Aliey for a dance program

Timeline

Dance Teacher

Youth Bureau
10.2024 - Current

Dance Specialist

New York Edge
10.2023 - 06.2024

Assistant Director/Choreographer

Kw productions
01.2022 - Current

Assistant Dance Teacher

On Your Toes
01.2022 - 05.2023

High School Diploma -

Phoenix High School

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