Lynette Bacon
Stockbridge,GA
Summary
Certified dance educator with 5+ years of experience designing and delivering standards-aligned instruction that promotes active learning and measurable student growth. Skilled in curriculum development, assessment design, and classroom management, with a strong ability to adapt instruction to meet diverse developmental needs.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dance Teacher
Gwinnett County Public Schools
Norcross, GA
08.2022 - Current
- Develop and implement standards-aligned lesson plans and instructional materials for K–5 students, promoting active learning and skill progression
- Design and administer formative and summative assessments to evaluate student performance and inform instructional adjustments
- Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs using technology and varied teaching strategies
- Manage classroom behavior in accordance with district guidelines, fostering a structured, respectful, and safe learning environment
- Participate in department, school, and parent meetings to support student achievement and communication
- Integrate culturally responsive and social-emotional learning practices to support student development and engagement
Dance Instructor
The D.R.E.A.M. Center
Tucker, GA
06.2021 - 05.2024
- Delivered structured instruction in Jazz and Hip Hop techniques, emphasizing proper form, alignment, musicality, and skill progression
- Designed and implemented age-appropriate curriculum for students ages 6–13, aligning technique development with performance readiness
- Choreographed original routines for recitals and community performances, reinforcing technique mastery, stage presence, and teamwork
- Assessed student performance regularly and provided individualized feedback to support technical growth and confidence
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Dance
University of Georgia
GA05-2021
Skills
- Standards-Aligned Lesson Planning
- Curriculum Development
- Classroom & Behavior Management
- Student Assessment & Progress Monitoring
- Differentiated Instruction
- Performance-Based Evaluation
- Parent & Family Communication
- Cross-Department Collaboration
- Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Integration
Certification
Georgia Educator Certificate in Dance (P-12) (FLD820)
Timeline
Dance Teacher
Gwinnett County Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
Dance Instructor
The D.R.E.A.M. Center
06.2021 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Dance
University of Georgia