Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Clubs Activities
Dance Experience
Awards
Languages
Timeline
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Yiannis Ekonomou

Orland Park,IL

Summary

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Associate

McDonald's Restaurant
05.2023 - 11.2023
  • Maintained relationships with customers to maximize sales opportunities.
  • Identified customer needs and wants to enhance customer experiences and boost sales.
  • Managed customer relations through communication and helpful interactions.
  • Managed efficient cash register operations.
  • Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness.

Customer Service Associate Cashier

United Parcel Service, UPS
03.2022 - 05.2022
  • Greeted customers and offered assistance for increased customer satisfaction.
  • Prioritized tasks to meet tight deadlines, pitching in to assist others with project duties.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by resolving complex issues and providing exceptional service at all times.
  • Worked varied hours to meet seasonal and business needs.

Jazz/Lyrical/Hip-Hop Dance Instructor

Southwest Synergy Dance
08.2020 - 07.2021
  • Utilized different styles of teaching to accommodate students of all capabilities.
  • Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline.
  • Offered one-on-one instruction to students by appointment.
  • Promoted inclusivity by adapting lessons for individuals with varying physical abilities or limitations without sacrificing rigor or quality of instruction.

Master Class Dance Teacher

On Your Toes Dance Academy
11.2020 - 11.2020
  • Observed students to assess abilities, interests and learning objectives for personalized lesson planning.
  • Worked with fellow teachers to devise and implement support plans to help students excel.
  • Supported students in identifying, setting and achieving personal goals.

Dance Teacher's Assistant

Xtreme Dance Force/ Xtreme Dance Center
08.2019 - 07.2020
  • Assisted with coordination and administration of complete dance program.
  • Taught and explained choreography by breaking down steps and demonstrating moves.
  • Worked in team-based environment to uphold quality and continuity of service to clients.
  • Motivated and encouraged students to practice dance routines to work toward set goals.

Power Competition Team- Hip Hop/Jazz Divisions

Perfection Dance Artistry & Company
01.2014 - 01.2016
  • Maintained peak physical condition through rigorous training regimens, ensuring optimal performance levels at all times.
  • Participated in competitive dance events, consistently placing among the top performers and receiving accolades for outstanding technique and creativity.
  • Picked up choreography moves easily and immediately incorporated changes in choreography or new moves by staying flexible.
  • Leveraged mobility and skill to achieve graceful and expressive movements.

Performance Competition Team- Hip Hop/Jazz Divisions

Stage Door Dance Academy
01.2010 - 01.2014
  • Performed in multiple roles by attending daily rehearsals to perfect execution of dance movements.
  • Progressed quickly by mastering challenging choreography and routines.
  • Participated in numerous dance competitions and shows to demonstrate technique and artistry.

Education

Associate of Science - Biology

Moraine Valley Community College
Palos Hills, IL
05.2025

AP/Honors Scholar -

Carl Sandburg High School
Orland Park, IL
05.2021

Skills

  • Attention to Detail
  • Adaptable and Flexible
  • Honest and Dependable
  • Reliable and Responsible
  • Ability to Lift 40 pounds
  • Leadership Qualities
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Team Cooperation
  • Passionate
  • Excellent Written and Verbal Communication

Accomplishments

  • America's Got Talent (Season 15) 2019-2020
  • America's Got Talent (Season 14) 2018-2019
  • So You Think You Can Dance: The Next Generation (Season 13) 2015-2016
  • Joffrey Ballet Nutcracker (Chicago Children's Cast - Triple Role) 2013, 2014, 2015

Clubs Activities

  • Percussion Band 1 (2017-2018)
  • Percussion Band 2 (2018-2019)
  • Student Council Junior Representative (2019-2020)

Dance Experience

  • Xtreme Dance Force/ Xtreme Dance Center, Naperville, IL, Platinum, Hip Hop/Jazz, 2016, Present
  • On Your Toes Dance Academy, Buffalo Grove, IL, Jazz/ Lyrical Master Class Instructor, 11/2020
  • Xtreme Dance Force/ Xtreme Dance Center, Naperville, IL, Assistant “Jazz” Choreographer to Brian Rabenda, 08/2019, 07/2020
  • Perfection Dance Artistry & Company, Palos Heights, IL, Power, Hip Hop/Jazz, 2014, 2016
  • Stage Door Dance Academy, Oak Forest, IL, Performance, Hip Hop/Jazz, 2010, 2014

Awards

  • 10 Time Grand National Solo Dance Champion
  • Carl Sandburg High School Community Service Learning Award (2020-2021)
  • The Storytellers - Senior Apprentice for Marinda Davis, Choreographer (2020)
  • National Honors Society for Dance Arts (2020)
  • Imagine Dance Challenge - Hip Hop (2019)
  • In10sity Dance - Contemporary (2019)
  • Starpower Battle of the Stars - Contemporary (2017)
  • Revolution Talent Competition - Contemporary (2016)
  • Dancer of the Year - Xtreme Dance Force (2016)
  • Revolution Talent Competition - Lyrical (2015)
  • Midwest Starz - Hip Hop (2015)
  • KAR - Lyrical (2014)
  • Spotlight Dance Cup - Hip Hop (2014)
  • Dance Makers Inc. - Hip Hop (2012)

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Greek
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working

Timeline

Associate

McDonald's Restaurant
05.2023 - 11.2023

Customer Service Associate Cashier

United Parcel Service, UPS
03.2022 - 05.2022

Master Class Dance Teacher

On Your Toes Dance Academy
11.2020 - 11.2020

Jazz/Lyrical/Hip-Hop Dance Instructor

Southwest Synergy Dance
08.2020 - 07.2021

Dance Teacher's Assistant

Xtreme Dance Force/ Xtreme Dance Center
08.2019 - 07.2020

Power Competition Team- Hip Hop/Jazz Divisions

Perfection Dance Artistry & Company
01.2014 - 01.2016

Performance Competition Team- Hip Hop/Jazz Divisions

Stage Door Dance Academy
01.2010 - 01.2014

Associate of Science - Biology

Moraine Valley Community College

AP/Honors Scholar -

Carl Sandburg High School

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