Kyra Jackson
Renton,WA
Summary
Attentive receptionist with excellent work ethic and positive demeanor. Polished in attending to phone calls and updating calendars and schedules. Organized and dedicated with several years of hands-on experience in administrative roles. Passionate about positively impacting students' lives and helping improve academic performance. Personable and kind with people of diverse backgrounds.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Studio Director
Blue Dog Dance
Renton, WA
09.2021 - Current
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and industry standards in the studio environment.
- Assisted in training new staff members on studio policies and procedures.
- Monitored daily operations for the studio, ensuring all tasks were completed efficiently and effectively.
- Coordinated scheduling of studio sessions and maintained a comprehensive database of client information.
- Provided technical support to clients during their studio sessions or recordings.
- Managed social media accounts for the studio including posting updates regularly.
Receptionist
Blue Dog Dance
Renton, WA
09.2017 - Current
- Greeted visitors and provided them with assistance.
- Answered incoming calls, took messages, and transferred calls to appropriate departments or personnel.
- Scheduled appointments for clients, customers, and other visitors.
- Maintained a neat reception area by organizing materials and tidying up furniture.
- Performed data entry tasks into various computer systems accurately and promptly.
- Assisted in maintaining office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
- Processed customer payments using cash registers or point-of-sale terminals according to company policies and procedures.
- Assisted with special projects assigned by management when required.
- Provided excellent customer service at all times while interacting with both internal and external customers.
- Scheduled and confirmed appointments.
Dance Instructor
Blue Dog Dance
Renton, WA
01.2014 - Current
- Developed and implemented dance classes for students of all ages, levels and abilities.
- Organized and monitored rehearsals to ensure the quality of performances.
- Instructed students in the basics of various dance styles such as ballet, jazz, hip-hop, tap and contemporary.
- Taught a variety of techniques including strhing, leaps, turns and jumps.
- Provided individual feedback on student performance to help them improve their skills.
- Created choreography routines for soloists and groups based on specific themes or stories.
- Collaborated with other instructors to develop lessons plans that meet the needs of each student's level of ability.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student progress and any issues that arise during class time.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, payments received and lesson plans used for each class session.
- Created a safe environment where students can learn without fear of criticism or judgment.
- Assessed student strengths and weaknesses to determine areas needing improvement.
- Motivated students by providing positive reinforcement when appropriate.
- Regularly reviewed music selections for upcoming classes or performances.
- Demonstrated proper technique while teaching new movements or steps.
- Planned special events such as recitals or competitions to showcase student work.
- Advised parents on how they can best support their child's development in dance.
- Selected appropriate music for classes based on genre, speed and skill level required.
- Upheld studio guidelines and legal requirements for dancer and staff protection.
- 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.
- Maintained effective working relationships with staff members, students and parents.
Teacher's Aide
The Goddard School of Issaquah
Issaquah, WA
04.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted teachers in preparing materials for instruction and classroom activities.
- Provided support to students by monitoring their progress, answering questions, and helping with assignments.
- Instructed small groups of students on specific topics within the scope of teacher's lesson plan.
- Organized classrooms and maintained supplies inventory.
- Supervised student activities during recess, lunchtime, and other breaks.
- Conducted one-on-one tutoring sessions with struggling students.
- Helped maintain a safe learning environment for all students.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop instructional plans that met individual needs of students.
- Attended faculty meetings and provided feedback from student perspective.
- Monitored student behavior in the classroom, hallways, cafeteria, playground.
- Recorded attendance daily and submitted reports to school administrators as needed.
- Enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among class.
- Assisted instructional staff with implementing lessons and activities for full classes and small groups.
- Instructed and monitored students in use and care of school equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damage.
- Sorted and shelved books to help manage materials and free up teachers for more important work.
- Contributed to positive, educational setting by delivering gentle discipline and promoting student success.
Education
Associate of Science - Arts And Science
Bellevue College
Bellevue, WA06.2022
Skills
- CPR and First Aid
- Effective Communication
- Early Childhood Education
- One-to-One Instruction
Affiliations
- Dance
- Sports
- Art
- Hiking
- Acro
Accomplishments
- Teacher of the year award
- Employee of the year award
- Crowned the Royal Queen of dance group
- Top Dog Award
- Certified in muvmethod stretch
- Certified in Leap n Learn
Certification
- MuvMethod Stretch
- Acrobatic Arts
- CPR
- BBP
- Food Handlers
Timeline
Teacher's Aide
The Goddard School of Issaquah
04.2023 - 12.2023
Assistant Studio Director
Blue Dog Dance
09.2021 - Current
Receptionist
Blue Dog Dance
09.2017 - Current
Dance Instructor
Blue Dog Dance
01.2014 - Current
Associate of Science - Arts And Science
Bellevue College
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