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Maria Dowdle

Bentonville,AR

Summary

Dynamic and dedicated professional with choreography experience. Proven ability to create engaging dance fitness programs that enhance participant performance and foster community. Recognized for delivering motivating classes that improve overall health and fitness levels while mentoring junior instructors.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Substitute Teacher, K-12

American Heritage School
American Fork, UT
09.2024 - 05.2025
  • Adapted lesson plans to meet diverse student needs across K-12 grade levels.
  • Facilitated classroom management and maintained a positive learning environment.
  • Collaborated with regular teachers to ensure continuity of instruction during absences.
  • Implemented engaging activities that promoted student participation and learning retention.

Volunteer Dance Fitness Instructor

Manila 6 Ward Relief Society
Pleasant Grove, UT
01.2024 - 05.2025
  • Led dance fitness classes.
  • Created unique choreography for classes.
  • Delivered fun and motivating group fitness classes designed to improve overall health and fitness levels.
  • Greeted incoming students and answered questions to offer welcoming atmosphere.
  • Used music to motivate and energize classes.

Volunteer Dance Fitness Instructor

Fox Canyon Ward Relief Society
Lehi, UT
03.2022 - 11.2023
  • Greeted incoming students and answered questions to offer welcoming atmosphere.
  • Delivered fun and motivating group fitness classes designed to improve overall health and fitness levels.
  • Used music to motivate and energize classes.
  • Created unique choreography for classes.
  • Facilitated engaging group classes, fostering a positive community environment.
  • Assisted with marketing and promoting of classes and services.
  • Adapted classes to meet needs of participants with varying fitness levels.

Employee Support Specialist

Excel Othodontics, Inc.
Tigard, OR
05.1991 - 04.2021

Facilitated memorable celebrations for birthdays, anniversaries, retirements, and new births, enhancing team morale. Organized diverse team activities, including lunches, barbecues, bowling nights, and river rafting trips, fostering collaboration and camaraderie for 40 employees.

Volunteer Dance Fitness Instructor

Sherwood Ward Relief Society
Sherwood, OR
09.2014 - 03.2020
  • Developed and implemented diverse dance fitness programs for various skill levels.
  • Facilitated engaging group classes, fostering a positive community environment.
  • Mentored junior instructors, enhancing team capabilities and class quality.
  • Used music to motivate and energize classes.
  • Delivered fun and motivating group fitness classes designed to improve overall health and fitness levels.
  • Greeted incoming students and answered questions to offer welcoming atmosphere.
  • Enhanced student performance by developing and implementing diverse dance routines tailored to individual skill levels.
  • Created unique choreography for classes.

Education

High School Diploma -

David Douglas High School
Portland, OR

Official Aqua Zumba Instructor -

Zumba Fitness
Bentonville, AR
02-2026

Official Zumba Basic Steps Level 1 -

Zumba Fitness
Tigard, OR
09-2014

Skills

  • Choreography expertise
  • 12 years dance fitness instructor experience
  • Dance technique
  • Performing arts experience

Timeline

Substitute Teacher, K-12

American Heritage School
09.2024 - 05.2025

Volunteer Dance Fitness Instructor

Manila 6 Ward Relief Society
01.2024 - 05.2025

Volunteer Dance Fitness Instructor

Fox Canyon Ward Relief Society
03.2022 - 11.2023

Volunteer Dance Fitness Instructor

Sherwood Ward Relief Society
09.2014 - 03.2020

Employee Support Specialist

Excel Othodontics, Inc.
05.1991 - 04.2021

High School Diploma -

David Douglas High School

Official Aqua Zumba Instructor -

Zumba Fitness

Official Zumba Basic Steps Level 1 -

Zumba Fitness