Leah Stupeck
Teacher
Carmel,IN
Summary
Seasoned Dance Instructor offering thirty years of experience coaching dance students in private and group sessions. Accomplished performer and people person successful at developing talent. Versed in adapting teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Carmel Clay Schools
Carmel, IN
08.2023 - Current
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
- Maintained rules of conduct that encouraged self-discipline and responsibility.
- Remained up-to-date with emergency procedures to keep students and staff safe in emergency events.
- Educated students in various subjects to provide seamless transition during absence of head teacher.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and behavior.
- Created classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to student maturity and interests.
Dance Competition Judge
Star Dance Alliance
02.2014 - Current
- Reviewed and evaluated performances of dancers according to established criteria.
- Assessed technical proficiency, artistic expression, and overall performance quality.
- Provided constructive feedback to dancers on their performance.
- Maintained accurate records of scores for each dancer or team.
Owner/Director/Founder
Ratio Dance
Auburn, IN
08.2017 - 07.2023
- Worked with children of different ages and molded teaching methods to align with age and skill level
- Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties
- Used strong issue resolution and communication skills to cultivate and strengthen lasting client relationships
- Improved productivity initiatives, managing budgets and accounts, coordinating itinerary and scheduling appointments
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Dance Teacher and Choreographer
Turning Pointe Dance Academy
Waterloo, IN
08.2009 - 07.2017
- Taught classes to students at varying levels of technical advancement
- Scheduled and coordinated choreography, class, rehearsal and competition schedules
- Planned choreography for group performances and recitals
- Increased performance through rigorous preparation and practice
- Took the team from a novice level to advanced within 5 years.
Dance Teacher and Coach
Homestead High School
Fort Wayne, IN
08.2005 - 06.2013
- Aligned student learning objectives and lesson plans with state and district curriculum requirements
- Worked with students in group and individual environments to provide varied instruction styles for diverse learning modalities
- Built positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administrators
- Enhanced students' confidence and progress by promoting diligence and determination with .
Dance Director
Community Arts Academy at Purdue University FW
Fort Wayne, IN
08.2000 - 06.2006
- Planned choreography for group performances and recitals.
- Prepared and delivered carefully-crafted lessons to introduce students to proper dance techniques and positions while building ballet knowledge.
- Selected age-appropriate music and maintained up-to-date knowledge of students' favorite music to incorporate into lessons.
- Created an environment conducive to learning by providing positive reinforcement to students.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Dance Performance
Ball State University
05.1999
Skills
- Choreography
- Exemplary Communication Skills
- Audition Preparation
- Class Management
- Dance Development
- Dance Instruction
- Business Development
- Operations Management and Instruction
- Strategic Planning
- Recruitment
- Costume Selection and Design
- Performance Assessments
- Student Motivation
- Competition-level routines
- Technique practice
- Performance Planning
- Rehearsal Direction
- Music Selection
Accomplishments
- 37x National Championship Studio Owner
- 3x National Championship Dance Team Coach and Choreographer
- 6x State Championship Dance Team Coach and Choreographer
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Carmel Clay Schools
08.2023 - Current
Owner/Director/Founder
Ratio Dance
08.2017 - 07.2023
Dance Competition Judge
Star Dance Alliance
02.2014 - Current
Dance Teacher and Choreographer
Turning Pointe Dance Academy
08.2009 - 07.2017
Dance Teacher and Coach
Homestead High School
08.2005 - 06.2013
Dance Director
Community Arts Academy at Purdue University FW
08.2000 - 06.2006
Bachelor of Science - Dance Performance
Ball State University
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