Raychel Brownlee
Mount Vernon,NY
Summary
Dedicated and passionate student with a rich background in dance, performance arts, and community involvement, seeking to leverage skills and experiences toward a pre-med track in college. Extensive training in dance and performing arts at prestigious institutions like the Dance Theatre of Harlem, coupled with experience in teaching, volunteering, and leadership roles, has cultivated a strong foundation in discipline, empathy, and adaptability-qualities essential for a career in medicine. Eager to bring creativity, commitment, and a community-focused mindset to your college campus.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Spring Blaze Performance, Student Choreography Showcase, 60th Anniversary Gala, Winter Showcase
Harlem School of the Arts
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Organized and rehearsed new choreography with fellow dancers.
- Maintained a strict daily practice schedule to stay in top physical condition.
- Instructed beginning level classes in various styles of dance such as ballet, jazz, contemporary, hip hop and tap.
Student choreographer, ran for Vice President of Student Class 2025, taught beginner ballet
Denzel Washington School of the Arts
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Developed and executed strategic plans to support the vision of the organization.
- Formulated policies that improved operational efficiency and productivity.
- Cultivated a culture of collaboration among department heads to facilitate cross-functional project execution.
Winter/Spring Performances, Summer Intensive, Virtual Training, and Anniversary Parade
Dance Theatre of Harlem
01.2016 - 01.2024
- Mentored players individually to help them reach their full potential as a team player.
- Coached younger performers during large-scale productions to ensure quality results.
- Participated in showcases or competitions to demonstrate technical ability and talent.
Afterschool and Summer Program Volunteer
Emmanuel's Children's Mission
Mount Vernon, NY
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Developed and implemented creative lesson plans for summer program classes.
- Created and maintained a positive learning environment in the classroom.
- Assessed students' progress to ensure understanding of course material.
- Encouraged students to think critically, ask questions, and become independent learners.
- Maintained detailed records of student attendance and grades.
Participant in summer program
Black Girls Code
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Prepared mockups of website designs prior to coding phase.
- Designed email templates using HTML and CSS coding techniques.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
Summer Bridge, Winter/Spring Performances, Black History Month Performance
Performing and Visual Arts Magnet Program
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Performed solo and group dances in various styles, including jazz, ballet, contemporary and hip-hop at professional venues.
- Instructed students of all ages on proper technique and choreography in multiple dance genres.
- Organized and rehearsed routines for performances with other dancers.
Gymnastics: Virtual and in-person
YMCA White Plains
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Performed routines to demonstrate correct execution of difficult tumbling sequences.
- Instructed students in spotting techniques, safety procedures and risk prevention strategies.
Acting training
Marc John Jefferies Acting School
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Developed strong acting skills through rehearsals and coaching sessions.
- Auditioned for roles in both theatrical and television projects.
- Practiced improvisation techniques to prepare for unexpected changes during filming or performance.
- Studied scripts to learn about characters' personalities, goals, and motivations.
Soup Kitchen Volunteer
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Assisted in setting up the soup kitchen prior to opening, including stocking shelves and organizing food items.
- Prepared meals for distribution, following recipes and directions from supervisors.
- Provided assistance to customers by handing out meal trays, explaining menu options, and offering nutritional advice.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen surfaces and equipment after each shift.
- Served hot meals to customers with a friendly demeanor.
Praise Dance and Choir, Summer Camp Cinderella Play
Bridge Church
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Attended weekly dance classes to develop technical skills, such as leaps and turns.
- Mastered various styles of dance, including ballet, jazz, hip hop, and contemporary.
- Performed in a variety of professional productions.
Internship under Rachael Sekyi for Summer Minis Program
Dance Theatre of Harlem
01.2024
- Assisted in the development of marketing materials, such as brochures, flyers, and promotional items.
- Created content for website pages, blog posts, and other online platforms.
- Assisted in setting up and organizing dance classes to ensure a safe learning environment.
- Provided feedback to the Dance Teacher on student progress, attendance, and behavior.
- Assisted in creating choreography for upcoming performances.
Volunteer: Taught financial literacy to 1st-3rd graders
Junior Achievement
01.2023
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem-solving strategies among students.
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
Future Dancers and Dancemakers Program
NYU Tisch School of the Arts
01.2023
- Communicated effectively with fellow dancers about upcoming events.
- Practiced improvisation techniques during rehearsals.
- Performed in a variety of dance styles such as ballet, jazz, contemporary and hip hop.
- Taught basic steps to beginner dancers.
- Attended weekly rehearsals with the dance team.
Track Team
Mount Vernon HS
01.2023
- Practiced running drills to improve speed, agility, and form.
- Assisted with the set up of track and field equipment for meets and practices.
Virtual job readiness and wellness program
Mount Vernon Youth Bureau
01.2022
- Participated in a variety of campus events, such as career fairs, lectures, and workshops.
- Learned the importance of work ethics
- Learned tactics to improve hostile environment
Taught beginner ballet
Inspire Summer Program
01.2022
- Organized, supervised, and evaluated student performances in recitals and competitions.
- Provided instruction to students on the proper techniques of ballet steps, leaps, turns, jumps, and adagio movements.
- Maintained discipline in the classroom by using positive reinforcement strategies.
- Encouraged student progress through creative teaching methods such as storytelling or games.
Cross Country Team
Mount Vernon HS
01.2022
- Assisted with the set up of track and field equipment for meets and practices.
- Practiced running drills to improve speed, agility, and form.
- Collaborated with coaches on developing training plans that best suited individual needs.
- Analyzed data from previous competitions to identify areas needing improvement.
Education
High School Diploma -
Denzel Washington School of The Arts
Mount Vernon, NY06-2025
Skills
- Leadership & Teamwork
- Community Engagement
- Communication & Teaching
- Time Management
- Adaptability & Resilience
- Artistic & Performance Skills
- Telephone Etiquette
- Data Entry
- Computer Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Recordkeeping
- Team Building/Leadership
- Strong leadership skills
Extracurricular Activities
Dance Theatre of Harlem, Winter/Spring Performances, Summer Intensive, Virtual Training, Anniversary Parade, 2016-2024, Harlem School of the Arts, Spring Blaze Performance, Student Choreography Showcase, 60th Anniversary Gala, Winter Showcase, 2023-2024, NYU Tisch School of the Arts, Future Dancers and Dancemakers Program, 2023, Performing and Visual Arts Magnet Program, Summer Bridge, Winter/Spring Performances, Black History Month Performance, 2018-2022, Marc John Jefferies Acting School, Acting training, 2016, 2019, Bridge Church, Praise Dance and Choir, Summer Camp Cinderella Play, 2015-2017, Piano Lessons, Continued musical education, 2014-2020, Soup Kitchen Volunteer, 2016-2017, Junior Achievement Volunteer, Taught financial literacy to 1st-3rd graders at local elementary schools, 2023, Emmanuel's Children's Mission, Afterschool and summer program work, 2023, Mount Vernon Youth Bureau, Virtual job readiness and wellness program, 2022, Black Girls Code, Participant in summer program, 2019, 2022, Denzel Washington School of the Arts, Student choreographer, Ran for Vice President of Student Class 2025, Taught beginner ballet, 2022-2024, Dance Theatre of Harlem, Internship under Rachael Sekyi for Summer Minis Program, 2024, Inspire Summer Program, Taught beginner ballet, 2022, Mount Vernon HS Cross Country Team, 2022, Mount Vernon HS Track Team, 2023, YMCA White Plains Gymnastics, Virtual and in-person, 2020-2021
Honorsachievements
- Performed at Dance Theatre of Harlem 50th Anniversary Parade
- Selected to perform at Radio City Music Hall with The Rockettes and HSA (2023)
Timeline
Internship under Rachael Sekyi for Summer Minis Program
Dance Theatre of Harlem
01.2024
Spring Blaze Performance, Student Choreography Showcase, 60th Anniversary Gala, Winter Showcase
Harlem School of the Arts
01.2023 - 01.2024
Afterschool and Summer Program Volunteer
Emmanuel's Children's Mission
01.2023 - 08.2023
Volunteer: Taught financial literacy to 1st-3rd graders
Junior Achievement
01.2023
Future Dancers and Dancemakers Program
NYU Tisch School of the Arts
01.2023
Track Team
Mount Vernon HS
01.2023
Student choreographer, ran for Vice President of Student Class 2025, taught beginner ballet
Denzel Washington School of the Arts
01.2022 - 01.2024
Virtual job readiness and wellness program
Mount Vernon Youth Bureau
01.2022
Taught beginner ballet
Inspire Summer Program
01.2022
Cross Country Team
Mount Vernon HS
01.2022
Gymnastics: Virtual and in-person
YMCA White Plains
01.2020 - 01.2021
Participant in summer program
Black Girls Code
01.2019 - 01.2022
Summer Bridge, Winter/Spring Performances, Black History Month Performance
Performing and Visual Arts Magnet Program
01.2018 - 01.2022
Winter/Spring Performances, Summer Intensive, Virtual Training, and Anniversary Parade
Dance Theatre of Harlem
01.2016 - 01.2024
Acting training
Marc John Jefferies Acting School
01.2016 - 01.2019
Soup Kitchen Volunteer
01.2016 - 01.2017
Praise Dance and Choir, Summer Camp Cinderella Play
Bridge Church
01.2015 - 01.2017
High School Diploma -
Denzel Washington School of The Arts
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