Rachel Chen
Jericho
Summary
Results-oriented professional with expertise in teaching and creative writing. Successfully instructed Latin dance at Yes I Can Dance Studio, demonstrating strong organizational skills and dance proficiency. Committed to fostering creativity and collaboration in both independent and team settings.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher Assistant
Yes I can Dance studio
Jericho
05.2024 - Current
- Taught younger students steps and routines for Latin dancing.
- Assisted lead instructor in planning and executing dance classes for students.
- Love sharing my knowledge with younger dancers.
Co-founder
Dancesports website
Long Island
05.2023 - Current
- Provide dance lessons for children in Long Island including Chacha, Samba, Rumba, Jive, and Paso doble.
- Helped choreograph routines.
- Dcdancesports.com
Big Sister/Household Expert
The Chen Household
Jericho
01.2020 - Current
- Help my younger sister with homework, prepare her meals, and put her to bed.
- Enjoy helping at home: washing dishes, doing laundry, vacuuming, etc.
Writer
Virtual Simon's Rock Young Writers Workshop
Jericho
08.2024 - 08.2024
- Completed microfiction plays on various topics under the guidance of instructor Emily Miller Mlcak; commented on and received feedback from others.
- Facilitated workshops to enhance participants' creative writing skills.
Student
NYU
New York
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Creative writing course under professor Chadha Suchita; analyzed poetry and prose writing samples.
- Shared and provided feedback to classmates.
- Collaborated with peers to support academic projects and group assignments.
Published Writer
Kenyon Review
Jericho
05.2024 - 06.2024
- Engaged in creative writing workshops; wrote a variety of poetry and short story pieces under writer Gyasi Hall; published in Kenyon Review anthology.
- Collaborated with editors to refine drafts and ensure stylistic consistency.
Member
Italian Honor Society Club
Jericho
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Collected canned food for various charities.
- Celebrated Italian culture by participating in related activities involving food, music, and language.
Member
Environmental Club
Jericho
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Promoted environmental conservation by visiting forests and removing vines;
- Presented environmental issues to elementary school kids.
- 2 hrs /wk, 36wk/yr
Member
Superheroes Club
Jericho
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Conducted a food drive at school and collected hundreds of items that we donated to charity and homeless shelters.
- Sewed pillows to donate.
- 4hrs/week, 36wk/yr
Teacher Assistant
Tzu Chi Chinese School
Oyster Bay
03.2023 - 06.2024
- Help teachers with duties such as collecting and reviewing student assignments.
- Maintain classroom culture and ensure students are engaged.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY05-2029
High School Diploma -
Jericho High School
Jericho, NY06-2025
Skills
- Organizational skills
- Independent and team work
- Active listening
- Latin dance proficiency
- Piano performance
- Setting up activities
- Preparing instructional materials
Awards
- 2nd place, Empire Open Dance Festival: ProAm Dance, Open Latin Championship, 12th, State/Regional
- 1st place, New York Dance Festival: ProAm, 11th, State/Regional
- 3rd Place, Americanism-Patriotism National Essay Contest, 10th, School
- AP Scholar Award, 12
Languages
- Mandarin
- English
- Mandarin
Websites
Timeline
Writer
Virtual Simon's Rock Young Writers Workshop
08.2024 - 08.2024
Student
NYU
06.2024 - 07.2024
Teacher Assistant
Yes I can Dance studio
05.2024 - Current
Published Writer
Kenyon Review
05.2024 - 06.2024
Member
Italian Honor Society Club
08.2023 - 06.2024
Member
Environmental Club
08.2023 - 06.2024
Member
Superheroes Club
08.2023 - 06.2024
Co-founder
Dancesports website
05.2023 - Current
Teacher Assistant
Tzu Chi Chinese School
03.2023 - 06.2024
Big Sister/Household Expert
The Chen Household
01.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Stony Brook University
High School Diploma -
Jericho High School