Maddy Martinez
Union City,NJ
Summary
Professional educator with deep passion for dance and performance arts. Consistently delivers engaging and impactful lessons, fostering creativity and confidence in students. Skilled in team collaboration, flexible with evolving needs, and focused on achieving outstanding results. Known for strong communication, classroom management, and ability to inspire students in supportive environment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Hold My Hand Daycare Center
04.2023 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
Dancer
MOVE Dance Company
02.2025 - Current
- Maintained optimal physical condition through rigorous training sessions and adherence to proper nutrition guidelines.
- Adapted quickly to last-minute changes in choreography, demonstrating flexibility and positive attitude.
Dancer
The Salvation Army Divisional Dance Team
09.2018 - Current
- Picked up choreography moves easily and immediately incorporated changes in choreography or new moves by staying flexible.
- Developed strong relationships with fellow performers and production staff to foster a positive working environment.
- Prepared costumes, makeup, hair styling, props coordination for each performance ensuring flawless presentation on stage.
- Participated in numerous dance competitions and shows to demonstrate technique and artistry.
- Enhanced audience experience by delivering emotionally captivating and technically precise performances.
Drama Teacher
The Salvation Army
01.2024 - Current
- Modeled creative acting styles and techniques encompassing varied history genres and performance techniques.
- Established a safe and inclusive learning environment where students felt comfortable expressing their emotions and ideas.
- Increased student participation in extracurricular theater activities through engaging promotion strategies and outreach efforts.
Dance Teacher
Salvation Army
06.2019 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, encouraging them to develop self-confidence through the art of dance.
- Recognized and adapted to different learning styles to productively communicate and teach materials to all students.
- Organized and led rehearsals for successful school performances, showcasing students'' talents and hard work.
- Taught and explained choreography by breaking down steps and demonstrating moves.
- Choreographed unique routines tailored to individual student abilities, enhancing each dancer''s strengths while improving areas of weakness.
Education
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Hudson County Community College
Jersey City, NJ05.2023
Skills
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Time Management Skills
- Adaptable teaching styles
- Effective lesson planning
- Engaging storytelling
- Positive classroom management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
Accomplishments
Competed in The Salvation Army NJ Divisional Star Search achieving 1st place in Dance Solo Level 3 2018-19, Dance Solo level 4 2023-24.
Certification
CPR and First aid Certificate.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Quote
Where there's a will, there's a way.
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeGig WorkWork Location
HybridImportant To Me
Work-life balanceFlexible work hoursPaid sick leavePaid time offTimeline
Dancer
MOVE Dance Company
02.2025 - Current
Drama Teacher
The Salvation Army
01.2024 - Current
Preschool Teacher
Hold My Hand Daycare Center
04.2023 - Current
Dance Teacher
Salvation Army
06.2019 - Current
Dancer
The Salvation Army Divisional Dance Team
09.2018 - Current
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Hudson County Community College
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