Luke Smith
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Driven collaborator committed to applying corrections and handling critique and direction rationally.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Dance Instructor
Catskills West Of The City Of Beverly Hills
06.2021 - Current
- Taught and explained choreography by breaking down steps and demonstrating moves for multiple performances.
- Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline.
- Implemented research-based curriculum and instructional strategies for self-enrichment topics.
- Utilized different styles of teaching to accommodate students of all capabilities and needs.
- Monitored student behavior to identify potential issues and address problems appropriately.
- Covered safety and health guidelines to avoid injury and inform students fully on risks associated with dance.
- Worked closely with students and parents to increase positive feedback from parents and boost overall student success.
- Worked with fellow teachers to devise and implement support plans to help students excel.
Theatre Arts Instructor
Young Artists Playground
04.2023 - 06.2023
- Choreographed and staged performance art pieces for ages 7-12.
- Facilitated group sessions and provided one-on-one support.
- Developed lesson plans surrounding various types of dance and performance art.
- Prepared and gathered materials for detailed lesson plans.
- Planned and executed activities to promote skill and talent development.
- Modeled interpersonal relationships with staff members, students and administrators and strived to enhance student learning and well being.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Head Choreographer + Camp Supervisor
Haven Academy Of The Arts
04.2019 - 09.2019
- Encouraged diverse and unique dance students at every skill level through positive reinforcement and good sportsmanship.
- Created variety of original dance routines for different classes according to skill level and performance plans.
- Instructed 2 private lesson students and 4-6 group lessons every day.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Took direction and instruction from directors and adjusted to necessary boundaries and creative approaches.
- Supported instructor curriculum development and activity planning.
- Collaborated with an entire creative team to put on a full-length production.
- Created and updated weekly staff schedules and dance lesson schedules.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre
California State University - Northridge
Northridge, CA05.2023
Skills
- Performance Background
- Effective Communication
- Team Collaboration
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Class Leadership
- Creative Thinking
- Providing Feedback
- Receiving Direction and Critique Maturely
- Active Listening Skills
- Proficient skills in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, and Musical Theatre Techniques
Timeline
Theatre Arts Instructor
Young Artists Playground
04.2023 - 06.2023
Lead Dance Instructor
Catskills West Of The City Of Beverly Hills
06.2021 - Current
Head Choreographer + Camp Supervisor
Haven Academy Of The Arts
04.2019 - 09.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre
California State University - Northridge
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