Alicia Witch
Bosham,England
Summary
Motivated and reliable with strong communication and teamwork skills. Experienced in working with people from diverse backgrounds through volunteering with a charity in Tanzania, and highly disciplined from competing internationally at the Dance World Cup, becoming a 3x World Champion representing England. Friendly, adaptable, and confident in fast-paced environments, with a positive attitude and strong work ethic. Taking a gap year before going to university to study Medicine, demonstrating ambition, responsibility, and a desire for working with people.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work history
Dance teaching assistant
Samantha Jane Dance Company
Emsworth, Hampshire
2024.10 - 2026.03
- Helped to choreograph routines to best showcase dancers' skills and abilities.
- Fostered welcoming and inclusive environment for all dancers.
- Adapted teaching methods to accommodate students' different learning styles.
- Led classes of ballet, contemporary, jazz, commercial and ballet dance to large groups of up to 35 students
- Supported main teacher to prepare students for upcoming competitions and exams.
- Motivated and encouraged students to develop self-confidence and improve session engagement.
- Adept at conflict resolution including negotiation between peers and peer to adult in a variety of scenarios; fostering teamwork and leading by example.
Volunteer youth worker
Grassroots Charity
Mbeya, Tanzania
2024.06 - 2024.07
- Supported community-led feeding programmes by assisting with food preparation, portioning, and distribution to ensure high standards of hygiene and organisation in busy environments.
- Facilitated activities in local schools, helping with learning tasks and engagement.
- Assisted local doctors and nurses in a rural hospital setting, supporting non-clinical tasks with professionalism, sensitivity, and respect for confidentiality.
- Demonstrated cultural awareness and respect when engaging with local communities.
Assistant teacher
Work experience at Great Ballard Preparatory School
Chichester, West Sussex
2022.05 - 2022.05
- Excellent communication skills showing confidence and clarity when dealing with staff and pupils.
- Managed challenging behaviour effectively, reducing classroom incidents to maintain positive learning environments.
- Safeguarded children's welfare at all times.
- Monitored break and lunchtime behaviour in playground.
- Supported students with various learning difficulties to understand key concepts in core subjects.
- Worked with teachers to uphold behaviour management policies.
Education
A-Levels - Biology, Chemistry, Spanish,
Bishop Luffa School, Chichester
Chichester 09/2023 - 06/2025
GCSEs - Maths, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Spanish, Religious Studies, Dance, English
Bishop Luffa School, Chichester
Chichester 09/2021 - 06/2023
Grade Examination - Ballet
Royal Academy of Dance
London 01/2020 - 03/2023
Skills
- Effective communication skills
- Approachable and empathetic
- Organised
- Efficient multitasker
- Good conflict resolution skills
- Resilient under pressure
- Adaptable
- Outstanding team player
- Self-motivated and passionate
- Outgoing and enthusiastic
- Exceptional recall skills
Languages
English
Native
Spanish
Advanced
Affiliations
- Skiing
- Ballet
- Chess
- Formula 1
- Baking
- Fitness and Wellness
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Dance teaching assistant
Samantha Jane Dance Company
2024.10 - 2026.03
Volunteer youth worker
Grassroots Charity
2024.06 - 2024.07
Assistant teacher
Work experience at Great Ballard Preparatory School
2022.05 - 2022.05
A-Levels - Biology, Chemistry, Spanish,
Bishop Luffa School, Chichester
09/2023 - 06/2025
GCSEs - Maths, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Spanish, Religious Studies, Dance, English
Bishop Luffa School, Chichester
09/2021 - 06/2023
Grade Examination - Ballet
Royal Academy of Dance
01/2020 - 03/2023