Shannon Maloney
New York,NY
Summary
Experienced dance educator and choreographer seeking a full-time teaching position at an accredited educational institution where I can use my knowledge of dance performance, technique, and dance history to integrate the arts into everyday curriculum.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Teaching Artist
Manhattan Youth
New York, NY
09.2022 - Current
- Continually offer a variety of teaching methods and curricular perspectives to 15-25 middle school aged children.
- Assess the needs of students and modified teaching style and lesson plans to accommodate different learning needs.
- Plan unique and complex dance routines that inspire and entertain.
- Choreograph dance routines for performances and class sessions as well as Annual Middle School Musical.
- Transport children to and from classes and ensure they are supervised at all times.
- Communicate with Site Director about class participation, behavior of students, and development of new class schedule for upcoming trimester.
Choreographer
Renaissance Performing Arts Association
Mansfield, OH
02.2012 - 08.2019
- Choreographed numerous musicals involving a variety of age groups
- Taught dance audition combinations and assisted with casting decisions
- Worked with performers of various skill levels and experience in order to create cohesive musical numbers
- Taught inexperienced dancers basic dance technique
- Worked closely with creative team to produce exceptional end product.
Dance Instructor
Fancy Feet Dance Studio
Bronx, NY
09.2011 - 09.2012
- Taught dance classes of varying dance styles to children ages 3‑8 years old
- Responsible for large class sizes and ensuring that all students were attentive and progressing throughout the year
- Choreographed recital dances
- Worked directly with owner and fellow teachers to communicate all studio expectations to parents and students.
TESOL Physical Activities Instructor
Oklahoma City University
Oklahoma City, OK
08.2009 - 07.2010
- Taught dance classes to children who spoke English as a second language
- Chaperoned weekly field trips
- Taught students dances to perform for their parents and teachers at the conclusion of the program.
Dance Instructor
Opus II Dance Studio
Mansfield, OH
01.2004 - 06.2010
- Taught tap, jazz, and ballet classes to students ages 7‑18
- Created lesson plans for each class
- Responsible for selection of age appropriate music and choreography to use during class sessions
- Choreographed dances for various showcases.
Education
Bachelor of Performing Arts - Dance Performance
Oklahoma City University, American Dance And Arts
05-2009
Skills
- Team Player
- Communicative
- Positive Reinforcer
- Detailed Lesson Planning
- Positive Learning Environment
- Student Motivation and Engagement
- Excellent Time Management
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
References
References available on request.
Timeline
Teaching Artist
Manhattan Youth
09.2022 - Current
Choreographer
Renaissance Performing Arts Association
02.2012 - 08.2019
Dance Instructor
Fancy Feet Dance Studio
09.2011 - 09.2012
TESOL Physical Activities Instructor
Oklahoma City University
08.2009 - 07.2010
Dance Instructor
Opus II Dance Studio
01.2004 - 06.2010
Bachelor of Performing Arts - Dance Performance
Oklahoma City University, American Dance And Arts