Miranda O'Hara

As a dance educator for over twenty years, I have had the opportunity to teach many Master classes and set choreography as a Guest Artist all over upstate New York including the following: Draper Center for Dance Education, Spins Dance Studio, DK Dance, TNT Dance Explosion, Roc Dance, Premier Dance Center, Studio East Dance Studio, Dance Connection, Studio B Dance, South Buffalo Dance Academy, Ruckus Dance Alliance, Palmyra Macedon Perfroming Arts and Ashford Dance.

Currently the Artistic Director and owner of Studio 19 Dance Company in Rochester NY.

Dance Educator for dancers ages 5 through adult at Studio 19 Dance Company in Rochester NY.

• Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance students' dance skills and creativity.
• Assisted in organizing and executing dance performances for various events.
• Collaborated with colleagues to design inclusive dance programs for diverse student populations.
• Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain a positive learning environment.
• Provided individual feedback to students, fostering their personal growth and development in dance.
• Researched current dance trends and techniques to integrate into lesson plans effectively.
• Supported administrative tasks, including scheduling classes and managing student records.
• Participated in professional development workshops to improve teaching methodologies and skills.
• Inspired students to pursue their passion for dance beyond the classroom, leading many to audition for local companies or further their studies in college programs.
• Boosted student confidence by providing constructive feedback and tailored guidance during individual and group performances
• Mentored new dance educators or student teachers by providing ongoing support and guidance through observation, collaboration, and feedback sessions.
• Organized successful recitals showcasing students'' progress and talents, increasing community engagement in the arts.
• Promoted a safe and inclusive learning environment, fostering respect and appreciation for diverse cultures and traditions through dance.
• Introduced a variety of historical context elements into lessons, fostering a deeper appreciation and understanding of dance as an art form with cultural practices
• Led rehearsals efficiently outside of regular class hours-ensuring optimal use of time for refining technique and polishing performances before presentations or competitions.
• Taught and explained choreography by breaking down steps and demonstrating moves.
• Planned routines for recitals and performances.

Company dancer for Contemporary/Modern dance company

Multiple performances in Rochester Fringe Festival, and notable roles in "Codaro World" "Portraits of Grief" and "The Crucible"

I have served as a Guest Artist teaching Hip Hop at Nazareth in the MAD festival in 2016 and 2025, and as a guest teacher for students in the theatre program in April of 2025.

Guest Artist for Hip Hop Dance classes at SUNY Brockport College with the Dance department as well as the with the Student Dance Organization.

Company Dancer for Contemporary/Modern Dance Company

In addition to multiple years of training and annual summer intensives, performed in many dance festivals, showcases, Somatic conferences, and traveling to Connecticut for a featured performance with notable roles in: "Genevieve of the Woods" "The David Lynch Project" and "Two Tears in the Dirt"