Marisa Garcia
Canyon
Summary
Background includes dance performance, recital planning, performance management and classroom instruction. Passionate about instilling a love of dance in people of all ages, as well as techniques and strength for long-term benefits.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dance Instructor
Tippi Toes Amarillo
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Enhanced student performance by incorporating diverse dance styles and techniques in lessons.
- Assisted studio owners in boosting class enrollment through effective marketing and promotional efforts.
- Developed personalized lesson plans to cater to individual student needs, resulting in improved dance skills.
- Fostered a supportive learning environment by promoting positive reinforcement and constructive feedback.
Dance Instructor
WTAMU
11.2022 - 11.2022
- Enhanced student performance by incorporating diverse dance styles and techniques in lessons.
- Assisted my professors by volunteering to teach a class to refugees that are new to our local area.
- Developed personalized lesson plans to cater to individual student needs, resulting in improved dance skills.
- Fostered a supportive learning environment by promoting positive reinforcement and constructive feedback.
Cheer Captain
Foy H. Moody High School
04.2021 - 06.2022
- Enhanced team performance by developing and implementing effective practice routines and schedules.
- Collaborated with coaching staff to create innovative choreography for competitions and events.
- Boosted team morale through motivational speeches and consistent encouragement during practices and games.
- Organized fundraising events to support team needs, such as new uniforms and travel expenses for competitions.
Parliamentarian
Foy H. Moody Drama
04.2021 - 06.2022
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Dance
West Texas A&M University
Canyon, TX05.2025
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Dance
West Texas A&M University
Canyon, TX05.2025
Skills
- Safety Awareness
- Instructional Techniques
- Class Leadership
- Makeup Application
- Tap Dancing
- Modern Training
- Classroom Rules Implementation
- Jazz Instruction
- Business Marketing
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Modern and Contemporary Dance
- Ballet Instruction
- Strength Development
- Creating Choreography
- Stage management
- Time management
- Video Editing
- Social Media Proficiency
- Fundraising
Certification
- Certifications: Microsoft Word Certified, Microsoft Excel Certified, Powerpoint Certified, CPR Certified, and a Food Handlers Certification,
Timeline
Dance Instructor
WTAMU
11.2022 - 11.2022
Dance Instructor
Tippi Toes Amarillo
09.2022 - 05.2023
Cheer Captain
Foy H. Moody High School
04.2021 - 06.2022
Parliamentarian
Foy H. Moody Drama
04.2021 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Dance
West Texas A&M University
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Dance
West Texas A&M University