Sunday Shannon Jackson
New York,NY
Summary
Energetic Dance teacher enthusiastic about promoting learning with hands-on activities, class lesson plans and individualized support. Polished in monitoring students while enforcing classroom and school rules. Respectful and friendly collaborator commended for encouraging understanding and acceptance of differences.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
New York City Department Of Education
New York, NY
02.2023 - Current
- Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
- Organized lesson plans and activities for students.
- Assisted with classroom management issues when needed.
- Implemented school policies and procedures in the classroom.
- Collaborated with other teachers to ensure student success.
- Encouraged positive behavior among students through effective communication techniques.
- Developed creative learning strategies to engage all types of learners.
- Created classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to student maturity and interests.
Proctor
Educational Testing Service, ETS
New York, NY
01.2017 - 05.2021
- Greeted and checked-in test takers upon arrival at the proctoring site.
- Assisted test takers with instructions for taking exams.
- Monitored test takers to ensure exam integrity.
- Ensured that all applicable rules were followed during testing sessions.
- Administered paper and pencil tests in a secure environment.
- Managed time limits and other restrictions on exams.
- Maintained accurate records of test results and attendance logs.
- Verified identification documents from each test taker prior to admittance into the testing area.
- Collected, organized, and secured all exam materials before, during, and after testing sessions.
- Answered questions about testing policies and procedures from test takers.
- Secured physical environment of testing room while maintaining safety standards.
Dance Teacher
Reach
New York, NY
11.2018 - 01.2019
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans for dance classes.
- Organized and managed rehearsals to ensure adequate preparation for performances.
- Instructed students in proper technique, terminology and performance of various styles of dance such as ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop and modern.
- Motivated students to practice regularly and strive for improvement.
- Maintained equipment inventory including music systems, costumes, props and other items necessary for the class activities.
- Planned special events such as recitals or competitions featuring student performances.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Dance
The Juilliard School
New York, NY05.2001
High School Diploma -
High School of Performing Arts
New York, NY06.1997
Some College (No Degree) - Arnhold Graduate Dance Education Program
Hunter College of The City University of New York
New York, NYSkills
- Records Management
- Lesson Planning
- Discussion Facilitation
- Activity Planning
- Group Instruction
- Test Proctoring
- Positive Reinforcement
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Creative Problem Solving
- Results-Focused
- Organizational Abilities
- Classroom Management
Dance Experience
Professional Dancer.
Celine Dion A New Day Show
Las vegas, Ca. Jun 2002 - Dec 2007
- Performed complex dance routines for live audiences of up to 4,100 people.
Organized and rehearsed new choreography with fellow dancers.
- Maintained a strict daily practice schedule to stay in top physical condition.
Dressed appropriately for rehearsals and performances while adhering to costume guidelines provided by directors.
- Attended regular company meetings to discuss progress and any updates or changes needed for production.
- Learned choreography quickly and adapted to changes in choreography seamlessly by maintaining physical and mental flexibility.
Worked closely with choreographers to perfect performance of dance moves.
Professional Dancer
Gloria Estefan
Las Vegas Jun 2003 - Jul 2003
- Performed complex dance routines for live audiences of up to 4,100 people.
- Maintained a strict daily practice schedule to stay in top physical condition.
- Adapted existing choreography to fit the needs of each individual performance.
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
New York City Department Of Education
02.2023 - Current
Dance Teacher
Reach
11.2018 - 01.2019
Proctor
Educational Testing Service, ETS
01.2017 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Dance
The Juilliard School
High School Diploma -
High School of Performing Arts
Some College (No Degree) - Arnhold Graduate Dance Education Program
Hunter College of The City University of New York
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