Nancy Soukup
Los Angeles,US
Summary
Passionate dancer who loves to teach with background in choreographing and instructing across various dance styles. Strengths include creating engaging routines, imparting technical skills, and fostering artistic expression among students of all age groups. In previous roles, have revitalized dance programs by introducing innovative teaching methods which led to increased student participation.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Dance Specialist
Cali Camp
Topanga, CA
06.2021 - 08.2025
- Incorporated jazz, hip-hop, and ballet.
- Developed custom lesson plans.
- Addressed performance anxiety.
- Mentored younger students.
- Developed a summer dance camp curriculum.
Assistant Dance Instructor
The Advot Project
Los Angeles, US
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Ensured smooth transitions between choreography and stage directions.
- Enhanced student exposure to diverse dance styles.
- Worked with lead choreographer.
- Connected cultural significance to students' backgrounds.
- Assumed lead instructor duties during absences.
- Mentored students in dance technique.
- Worked with at risk youth.
Assistant Dance Instructor
Move The World
Topanga, CA
01.2018 - 12.2023
- Enhanced student exposure to diverse dance styles.
- Worked with lead choreographer.
- Assumed lead instructor duties during absences.
- Mentored students in dance technique.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ramón C. Cortines School of Visual And Performing
Los Angeles, CA06-2022
Associate of Arts - Dance
University of California, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA01.2026
Skills
- Choreography adaptation for differently-abled students
- Beginner and advanced dance instruction
- Performance anxiety reduction strategies
- Time management during rehearsals
- Choreography planning
- Warm-up routine development
- Effective communication with dancers
- Safety in physical training
- Flexibility improvement techniques
Timeline
Assistant Dance Instructor
The Advot Project
09.2023 - 12.2023
Dance Specialist
Cali Camp
06.2021 - 08.2025
Assistant Dance Instructor
Move The World
01.2018 - 12.2023
High School Diploma -
Ramón C. Cortines School of Visual And Performing
Associate of Arts - Dance
University of California, Los Angeles