Hi, I’m
Lauren Goodman
Marquette,MI
Imagination is everything. It is the preview of life’s coming attractions.
Albert Einstein
Summary
With over 5 years of experience in dance instruction, program leadership, and customer service, I excel in teaching ballet and pointe, choreographing performances, and delivering exceptional service. I have overseen successful dance programs and resolved customer concerns, achieving a high satisfaction rate in just a few months.
Overview
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Studio Dance ArtsMarquette, MI
Teacher, Choreographer
09.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Teaches ballet and pointe classes to students of various ages and skill levels
- Develops and implements engaging lesson plans that promote technical growth and artistic expression
- Evaluates student progress, providing constructive feedback and guidance
- Choreographs original dance pieces for competitions, ensuring high standards of performance and creativity
Second Skin ShopMarquette, MI
Shoe Fitter/Sales Associate
01.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Manages customer checkout processes and ensures a smooth transaction experience
- Assists customers in selecting and fitting dance shoes to meet their specific needs
- Fulfills online orders promptly and accurately to maintain customer satisfaction
- Monitors inventory levels and assists with restocking as needed
American Dance Training Camps
Program Director, Assistant Program Director, Instructor Counselor
01.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Oversaw the planning, execution, and evaluation of dance training programs and camps
- Lead and mentored a team of instructors and counselors to ensure high-quality programming
- Collaborated with families and participants to address needs and feedback effectively
- Ensured adherence to safety guidelines and maintain a positive and inclusive atmosphere
- Lead dance classes for youth participants, focusing on technique, creativity, and performance skills
- Provided mentorship and support to campers, fostering a positive and inclusive camp experience
- Evaluated camper progress and provide constructive feedback to encourage growth and improvement
Old Ranch Country ClubSeal Beach, CA
Server
09.2021 - 05.2022
Job overview
- Greeted and served members in a friendly and professional manner
- Took and processed food and beverage orders accurately and promptly
- Maintained knowledge of menu items, including daily specials and dietary restrictions
- Ensured tables are set and cleaned promptly, providing an inviting dining environment
- Collaborated with kitchen and management staff to ensure member satisfaction
- Provided exceptional customer service to each guest by familiarizing myself with repeat customers to properly greet and address them with each returning visit and by also treating new guests with the same attention and care
- Quickly analyzed customer complaints and concerns in order to resolve the conflict promptly to the customer's satisfaction
Woodhouse Day SpaDayton, OH
Spa Concierge
09.2020 - 06.2021
Job overview
- Provided exceptional customer service to each guest by familiarizing myself with repeat customers to properly greet and address them with each returning visit, and by also treating new guests with the same attention and care.
- Quickly analyzed customer complaints and concerns in order to resolve the conflict promptly to the customer's satisfaction.
Education
Northern Michigan University
Bachelors of Science from Sports Science, Pre-Physical Therapy Cluster Minor, Dance Minor
12.2024
University Overview
- Dean's List Student
- Transfer Student Scholarship Recipient
- Co/Lab Dance Company 2023-2024
- Assistant Teacher 2024
- Pre-Physical Therapy Club
Xenia High School
High School Diploma
06.2016
University Overview
- Graduate of Distinction (Valedictorian)
- National Honors Society
- Chemistry Club
- Spanish Club
- GPA: 4.929
Wright State University
Dance Major
University Overview
- Full tuition Academic Scholarship Recipient
- Merit Scholarship Recipient
- Dean's List Student
- Enrolled 2016-2018
Skills
- Customer Service
- Inventory Management
- Sales
- Teaching
- Choreography
- Event Planning
- Mentoring
- Collaboration
- Communication
- Positive role model and mentor
- Data analysis
- Public speaking
- Empathy and patience
- Fundraising
- Problem Solving
- Spa Services
- Conflict Resolution
- Microsoft Office
- Team Leader
- Intrapersonal skills
Relationship building
Effective leader
Organizational leadership
Task delegation
Community outreach
Community engagement
Accomplishments
- NMU Research Symposium Case Study Presenter, 12/01/25, "EMG Activation in the Bicep Femoris in Long Eccentric Contraction Versus Short Eccentric Contraction"
- North Coast Dance Festival, 07/01/24, Invited Professional Dancer and Soloist
- NASA LSPACE NPWEE Winner, 01/01/24
- Alonzo King Lines Ballet Trainee, 08/01/18, Scholarship Recipient
- Dayton Ballet II Company, 08/01/17, Performed with main company in The Great Gatsby and The Nutcracker
Community Work
- Marquette Blueberry Dance Festival, 07/01/19, Master Class Instructor, Marquette, MI
- Marquette Community Nutcracker, Choreographer, Marquette, MI
- Northern Sky Dance and Fitness Community Spring Ballet, Choreographer, Marquette, MI
Current Projects
Large-Scale Automated Microgravity Plant System (LAMPS), 05/01/24 - Present, Programmatics Department, NASA Funded Seed Startup. Co-Founder
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Teacher, Choreographer
Studio Dance Arts
09.2023 - Current
Shoe Fitter/Sales Associate
Second Skin Shop
01.2022 - Current
Server
Old Ranch Country Club
09.2021 - 05.2022
Program Director, Assistant Program Director, Instructor Counselor
American Dance Training Camps
01.2021 - Current
Spa Concierge
Woodhouse Day Spa
09.2020 - 06.2021
Northern Michigan University
Bachelors of Science from Sports Science, Pre-Physical Therapy Cluster Minor, Dance Minor
Xenia High School
High School Diploma
Wright State University
Dance Major
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