Megan Schueller
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Dynamic Dance Teacher with a proven track record at Miller Marley School of Dance, adept at choreographing routines that enhance student abilities and foster self-confidence. Excelled in building relationships and classroom management, demonstrating adaptability and clear communication. Achieved significant student engagement and progress through innovative teaching methods and effective teamwork.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Dance Teacher
Miller Marley School Of Dance And School Of Dance
07.2021 - Current
- Choreographed unique routines tailored to individual student abilities, enhancing each dancer's strengths while improving areas of weakness.
- Planned, prepared, and delivered lesson plans introducing students to dance techniques and ballet positions.
- Developed strong relationships with students, encouraging them to develop self-confidence through the art of dance.
- Monitored student behavior to identify potential issues and address problems appropriately.
- Recognized and adapted to different learning styles to productively communicate and teach materials to all students.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, performance evaluations, and lesson plans for effective classroom management.
Assistant Director
Tinitainer Performing Company
07.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with the director to develop a comprehensive dance curriculum for various age groups and skill levels.
- Coordinated over 50 dancers at multiple events, facilitating their performances and adaptation to new settings.
- Collaborated with the director to plan and execute successful recitals showcasing students'' progress and achievements.
- Worked in team-based environment to uphold quality and continuity of service to students and families.
- Maintained open communication channels with parents, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Taught and explained choreography by breaking down steps and demonstrating moves.
Choreographer
StageWorx Theatre Camp
06.2022 - Current
- Developed interpersonal skills based on the focused camp virtues
- Adapted choreography as needed based on performer abilities or technical limitations of venues.
- Choreographed performances for individuals and groups.
- Developed new choreography for shows and organized rehearsals with team members.
- Composed sequences of steps and moves for dancers.
- Assisted Director in the management of all paperwork: cast of characters, cast biographies, synopsis of scenes, benevolence of monies, daily roll, tickets sales, program ads, and computer work.
- Helped students understand rhythm, leaps, turns and posture.
- Spearheaded the development of a youth dance program, nurturing the next generation of talented performers and fostering an appreciation for the arts within the community.
- Helped students work on facial expressions to match dance moves.
- Designed customized rehearsal schedules to optimize dancer productivity and ensure timely show preparations.
- Generated lesson plans each week that covered stretching, conditioning, warm-ups and routines.
Head of Schueller house operations
Schueller Family
01.2016 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Engaged with children on age-appropriate level.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Administered basic first-aid and medication in emergency situations.
- Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
- Coordinated appointments with medical professionals.
- Maintained entire family's schedule and organized events.
- Identified needs and coordinated plans for travel and out-of-town functions.
Nanny and Family Assistant
Amy Lange And Family
08.2009 - 01.2016
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Assisted children with homework assignments and special projects across different subjects.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Promoted intellectual development through reading, storytelling, and engaging educational activities.
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
- Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping, eating, and school schedules for children.
- Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children''s progress, needs, and achievements.
- Collaborated closely with parents in establishing boundaries/rules within the household which helped maintain consistency across all environments.
- Maintained a clean and organized home environment conducive to optimal child development through regular tidying duties.
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing attentive care and nurturing relationships.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
Dancer
Broadway, Disneyland, Cruise Ship,Regional Theatre
01.2005 - 01.2016
- Picked up choreography moves easily and immediately incorporated changes in choreography or new moves by staying flexible.
- Professionally performed ballet, jazz and hip hop for live events and films.
- Developed strong relationships with fellow performers and production staff to foster a positive working environment.
- Participated in regular rehearsals, refining movements and synchronizing with fellow dancers for seamless performances.
- Demonstrated impressive flexibility, speed and agility when performing on stage.
- Performed in a variety of settings such as theaters, television shows, commercials, music videos, and special events.
- Enhanced audience experience by delivering emotionally captivating and technically precise performances.
- Performed in multiple roles by attending daily rehearsals to perfect execution of dance movements.
- Progressed quickly by mastering challenging choreography and routines.
Education
Kansas State University
Associate of Arts -
Johnson County Community College
Overland Park, KS05.2025
Skills
- Patience and understanding
- Friendly
- Reliability and Trustworthiness
- Approachable
- Clear Communication
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Relationship Building
- Patience and Encouragement
- Adaptability in teaching
- Student and parent relations
- Student Engagement
- Age-Appropriate Instruction
- Classroom Management
- Group Instruction
- Reading and Storytelling
Hobbies
In my free time, I enjoy reading, pilates, and thrifting.
Timeline
Assistant Director
Tinitainer Performing Company
07.2022 - Current
Choreographer
StageWorx Theatre Camp
06.2022 - Current
Dance Teacher
Miller Marley School Of Dance And School Of Dance
07.2021 - Current
Head of Schueller house operations
Schueller Family
01.2016 - Current
Nanny and Family Assistant
Amy Lange And Family
08.2009 - 01.2016
Dancer
Broadway, Disneyland, Cruise Ship,Regional Theatre
01.2005 - 01.2016
Kansas State University
Associate of Arts -
Johnson County Community College
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