Tamara Begley Kordes
Louisville,KY
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate educator with 15 years of experience teaching dance at Western Middle School for the Arts. Passionate about fostering student growth and well-being, I am seeking to transition into a professional school counselor position to support students' academic, emotional, and social development. With extensive experience in creating supportive learning environments with a diverse population of students, I aim to leverage my background in education and student-centered counseling to empower students to thrive both personally and academically.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dance Instructor
Jefferson County Public Schools
08.2010 - Current
- Planned and choreographed multiple biannual concerts in diverse dance styles, showcasing student talent.
- Presented choreography at district performances and festivals, promoting student growth and community engagement.
- Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect.
- Taught dance major and elective courses in dance techniques, social dances, composition and choreography, and dance history to a diverse student population.
- Designed and implemented creative lesson plans that fostered artistic development and critical thinking.
- Mentored students in their artistic pursuits, providing guidance on college and career pathways in the arts.
- Collaborated with community artists and organizations to provide students with real-world artistic experiences and opportunities.
Creative Movement Specialist
Sacred Heart Schools
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Taught creative movement to grades K - 2
Education
Master of Arts - School Counseling
Spalding University
Louisville, KY05-2025
Master of Fine Arts - Dance
University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI12-2014
K-12 Dance Teaching Certificate - Dance Education
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY12-2010
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Dance - Choreography And Performance
University of North Carolina At Greensboro
Greensboro, NC05-2005
Skills
- Counseling and student support
- Dance techniques and choreography
- Curriculum development and lesson planning
- Creative collaboration with community organizations
- Public speaking and presentation
- Mentorship and leadership
- Classroom management
- Emotional and social development strategies for students
- Cultural competency and inclusion in the arts
Certification
- Kentucky Provisional Certificate for School Counselor, P-12
- Kentucky Dance Teaching Certificate, P-12
Timeline
Dance Instructor
Jefferson County Public Schools
08.2010 - Current
Creative Movement Specialist
Sacred Heart Schools
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Kentucky Provisional Certificate for School Counselor, P-12
- Kentucky Dance Teaching Certificate, P-12
Master of Arts - School Counseling
Spalding University
Master of Fine Arts - Dance
University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee
K-12 Dance Teaching Certificate - Dance Education
University of Kentucky
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Dance - Choreography And Performance
University of North Carolina At Greensboro
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