Lauren Gadomski
Wheaton,IL
Summary
Energetic Physical Education and Dance Teacher enthusiastic about helping students achieve physical fitness objectives and improve overall health and wellbeing. Eager to work with students of all skill levels. Successful at helping individuals, groups and couples excel. Consistently working to instill a love of dance arts and physical activity in students.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
JV Dance Coach
Neuqua Valley High School
2023.04 - Current
- Enhanced team performance by implementing innovative dance techniques and strategies.
- Facilitated practices weekly and prepared dancers for all performances and competitions.
- Fostered a culture of respect, inclusivity, and teamwork within team through consistent reinforcement of these values during practice sessions.
Physical Education/ Dance Teacher
Burr Ridge Middle School CCSD180
2022.08 - Current
- Implemented new dance curriculum aligned with Illinois Dance and PE standards
- Emphasized the importance of health-related fitness and physical activity
- Developed supportive relationships with students and staff members.
Dance Instructor
Dance Center of La Grange
2021.08 - Current
- Planned and oversaw group dance classes
- Developed and taught developmentally appropriate lessons
- Utilized different styles of teaching to accommodate students of all capabilities.
Substitute Teacher/ Long Term Substitute
Lyons Township High School District 204
2022.01 - 2022.05
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education
- Created lesson plans based upon content and direction left by classroom teacher.
Education
Teaching Certificate - Health Education
William Rainey Harper College
Palatine, IL06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Theatre- Dance Teacher Education
Illinois State University
Normal, IL12.2021
High School Diploma -
Fenton High School
Bensenville, IL05.2021
Skills
- Effective Communication
- Safety Awareness
- Time and Classroom Management
- Behavior De-escalation
- Interpersonal Skills
- Adaptability
- Microsoft Office and Google Knowledge
- Infinite Campus, Skyward Illuminate Grade Books
Certification
- Illinois State Licensure Dance Education K-12
- Illinois State Licensure Physical Education K-12
- Illinois State Licensure Health Education K-12 (Expected June 2024)
Accomplishments
- Illinois State University Wonsook Kim College of Fine Arts Dean’s List recipient 2019, 2021
- Senior Captain of the ISU Redline Express Dance Team
- Illinois State Dance Theatre Company Member
Timeline
JV Dance Coach
Neuqua Valley High School
2023.04 - Current
Physical Education/ Dance Teacher
Burr Ridge Middle School CCSD180
2022.08 - Current
Substitute Teacher/ Long Term Substitute
Lyons Township High School District 204
2022.01 - 2022.05
Dance Instructor
Dance Center of La Grange
2021.08 - Current
Teaching Certificate - Health Education
William Rainey Harper College
Bachelor of Science - Theatre- Dance Teacher Education
Illinois State University
High School Diploma -
Fenton High School
- Illinois State Licensure Dance Education K-12
- Illinois State Licensure Physical Education K-12
- Illinois State Licensure Health Education K-12 (Expected June 2024)
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