Tammi Bolden
Merrillville,IN
Summary
Talented Owner with excellent marketing, customer service and facility oversight skills and more than 32 years of experience. Highly effective and comfortable working with people at all levels in organization.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Artist
B Bold Natural Products
Merrillville
11.2018 - Current
- From product development to production, I plan, sample, and distribute all natural skincare products to battle sensitive skin, psoriasis, and protect against harsh winter weather
- Design and develop logo, product line, and scents offered
- Source, organize, and manufacture all products, as well as maintaining an online presence, ad boosting, and shipping and handling.
Owner/Instructor/Mentor
Tri’Une Dance and Fitness Academy
Merrillville
01.1997 - Current
- Effectively design and plan curricula for all levels and populations including events and dance shows for all age groups
- Prepare progressive lesson plans which will enhance the experience of program participants
- Record and maintain student and company records, financials, and management of Quick Books
- Set-up studio and return space to neat state upon completion of class
- Accurately complete all administrative duties relating to dance classes (i.e
- Timesheets student evaluations/placements and recital forms)
- Conduct seminars, workshops, and community building exercises to enrich the neighborhood and recruit more full-time students
- Management of all staff - a total of twelve individuals - including supervisory, team building, and career furthering workshops.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
District 206
Chicago Heights, IL
02.2021 - 06.2024
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.
Reading Intervention Teacher
Higher Institute Of Arts And Technology
Merrillville, IN
10.2022 - 05.2024
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Gathered, organized, and analyzed data on student needs and progress.
- Developed interventions for students currently struggling or at risk of falling behind.
- Collaborated with teachers to assess needs, set objectives, and discuss strategies.
Instructor
Emerson Writ Performing Arts School
Gary
08.2013 - 01.2018
- Designed, developed, and implemented the dance and movement program for students offering participants opportunities to develop an interest and mastery of the art form
- Led supervised and provided guidance to program participants in that elective four times per week
- Created lesson plans; selected necessary supplies
- Attended all required staff/planning meetings
- Took on special assignments which pertain to the goals and objectives of the dance program
- Encouraged and led projects related to dance that foster academic cultural and artistic growth.
Education
A.A.S Degree in Arts
Lincoln College
Theater and Performance Art Studies/Minor in Dance Study
Governors State University
01.2021
Dance
Columbia College
08.2003
Skills
- Jazz
- Ballet
- Hip-Hop
- Modern
- Tap
- Liturgical
- Reading
Danceexperience
- Governors State University Dance Company, 08/2018, 08/2021
- Deep Rooted Dance Company, 08/2015, 2019
- All Nation Worship Assembly Dance Ministry, 2017, 2019
- Sandbox Learning Center, 08/2018, 05/2019
- South Shore Dance Alliance, 08/2012, 08/2017
- Sandridge Park District, 2015, 2017
- Salem Baptist Church Dance Ministry, 05/2012
- Merrillville Park District, 2005, 2007
- The Voice Of St Mark Dancer/Choreographer, 06/2004
- Dance for Graduation Columbia College, 06/2000
- Faculty Concert - African Dance Columbia College, 04/2001
Projects
Dubois Elementary School, Chicago IL, 2018, 2020, Developed after school dance program with team building, Taught hip hop and jazz dance classes, Choreographed dances for performance Carver Middle Elementary School, Chicago IL, 2018, 2020, Developed after school dance program with team building, Taught hip hop and jazz dance classes, Choreographed dances for performance Lincoln Elementary School, Calumet City IL, 2015, 2019, Developed after school dance program on team building skills, Put on productions, Mentored children during the program, Answered phones, filed papers and read contracts, conducted seminars and training School of Fine Arts, Calumet City IL, 2019, Taught dance tap dance classes to 6 grades up to 8 grades, Developed class program with an emphasis on team building skills, Choreographed dances for performing
Timeline
Reading Intervention Teacher
Higher Institute Of Arts And Technology
10.2022 - 05.2024
Substitute Teacher, K-12
District 206
02.2021 - 06.2024
Owner/Artist
B Bold Natural Products
11.2018 - Current
Instructor
Emerson Writ Performing Arts School
08.2013 - 01.2018
Owner/Instructor/Mentor
Tri’Une Dance and Fitness Academy
01.1997 - Current
A.A.S Degree in Arts
Lincoln College
Theater and Performance Art Studies/Minor in Dance Study
Governors State University
Dance
Columbia College