Sasha Hite
BUFFALO GROVE,IL
Summary
Dedicated Instructor with over 30 years of experience teaching ages 8 - adult. Excels in student mentoring, significantly enhancing student performance and motivation. Enjoys teamwork and collaboration, and has skills in organization and communication.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Dance Instructor
Denise Sabala Dance Studios
1992.09 - 2024.06
- Choreographed routines for recitals and performances.
- Fostered a supportive learning environment by promoting positive reinforcement and constructive feedback.
- Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline.
- Worked in team-based environment to uphold quality and continuity of service to clients.
Dance Instructor
Chicago Dance Connection
2000.06 - 2023.06
- Taught masterclasses of 50-100 students in convention setting.
- Lead auditions and awarded scholarships.
- Enhanced student performance by incorporating diverse dance styles for 5 levels of dancers.
Founder, Director, Choreographer
Self Employed
1996.09 - 2008.06
- Founded dance company at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
- Founded youth dance company in Lake Zurich, IL
- Developed multiple performances including choreography, technical design, and venue booking.
- Choreographed All Night Strut at Marriott Theatre in Lincolnshire, IL. Awarded the Jeff Award in Chicago in 2007.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Ecology, Ethology, Evolution
University of Illinois
Urbana - Champaign01.1998
Skills
- Student Mentoring and Motivation
- Organization
- Performance Coaching
- Teaching techniques
- Classroom leadership
- Physical Fitness
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Group and individual instruction
Timeline
Dance Instructor
Chicago Dance Connection
2000.06 - 2023.06
Founder, Director, Choreographer
Self Employed
1996.09 - 2008.06
Dance Instructor
Denise Sabala Dance Studios
1992.09 - 2024.06
Bachelor of Science - Ecology, Ethology, Evolution
University of Illinois
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