Georgia Dunn
Leicester,England
Summary
Accomplished dance professional with expertise in modern jazz and classical ballet. Proven leadership in creating supportive learning environments and enhancing student engagement through tailored lesson plans. Proficient in choreography development, performance coaching, and effective class management. Committed to promoting injury prevention and fostering a passion for dance education.
Dynamic dance teaching assistant with expertise in developing engaging lesson plans and cultivating a supportive learning atmosphere. Proficient in organizing dance programs and guiding students to enhance their technique and performance. Recognized for consistently boosting students' confidence and promoting teamwork skills.
Creative individual seeks teaching experience under primary dance instructor. Thrives in dynamic environments and embraces challenging tasks. Committed to supporting students with choreography and maintaining studio organization.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work history
Dance teaching assistant
Starlight Theatre School
Leicester, England
2019.03 - Current
- Enhanced student understanding by demonstrating various dance techniques.
- Managed inventory of props and costumes to ensure preparedness for performances.
- Maintained orderly classroom, fostering optimal learning environment.
- Improved class efficiency by maintaining accurate records of attendance and progress.
- Prepared class materials, ensuring seamless flow of lessons.
- Developed personalised training programs leading to improved student performance.
- Promoted discipline and respect amongst students by modelling appropriate behaviour.
- Adapted teaching methods to accommodate students' different learning styles.
- Demonstrated warm ups, stretches, and routines for improving student competency in dances.
- Fostered positive relationships with students and parents through effective communication.
- Increased familiarity with a variety of dance styles through regular demonstrations.
- Collaborated with lead teacher to facilitate fun and enjoyable dance classes.
- Encouraged dancers to develop stage presence and performance skills.
- Choreographed routines to best showcase dancers' skills and abilities.
- Engaged young people with passion and enthusiasm for different dancing styles.
Dancer
Loughborough Town Hall
Leicester, England
2020.09 - 2021.01
- Conducted regular rehearsals to ensure flawless execution on stage.
- Ensured synchronisation with music during live performances for seamless integration.
- Collaborated with directors to achieve desired artistic visions.
- Collaborated with other dancers for complex ensemble pieces.
- Worked closely with costume designers to enhance visual impact of performances.
- Maintained optimal flexibility and strength through regular conditioning exercises.
- Performed in international tours, showcasing British contemporary dance to global audience.
- Choreographed contemporary dance routines for various theatre productions.
- Mastered diverse range of dance styles including ballet, jazz, hip hop, and tap.
- Enhanced physical expression with innovative dance movements.
Education
A-Levels - Dance and performing arts
Addict Dance academy
Leicester 09/2022 - 06/2024
Foundation Degree in Arts - Dance and performing arts
Addict dance academy
Leicester 09/2024 - 06/2026
Bachelor of Arts - Dance and performing arts
Addict dance academy
Leicester 06/2026 - 06/2027
Skills
- Dance history familiarity
- Modern dance knowledge
- Warm-Up preparation
- Cool-Down techniques
- Patient and encouraging
- Passionate about dance
- Adaptation to learners' pace
- Dance history comprehension
- Set design experience
- Rhythm mastery
- Patience and persistence
- Class planning
- Physical fitness assessment
- Music rhythm comprehension
- Experience with choreography software
- Physical conditioning knowledge
- Tactful feedback giving
- Musicality understanding
- Passion for teaching
- Jazz proficiency
- Costume design basics
- Flexibility in teaching
- Choreographic innovation
- Communication excellence
- First Aid
- After school dance club coordination
- Performance coaching
- Progress monitoring
- Dance demonstrations
- Choreography demonstration
- Strong leadership
- Dance lesson planning
- Gymnastics and acrobatics
- Tap dance
- Jazz
- Ballet
- Encouragement techniques
- Performance Management
- Sports First Aid
- Classical ballet
- Child protection training
- Dance academy administration
- Fitness assessment
- Confidence building
- Contemporary dance
- Musical theatre
- Warm up and cool down procedures
- Student motivation
- Social media promotion
- Choreography development
- Dance therapy
- Dance competition planning
- Music preparation
- Injury prevention techniques
- Creative direction
Affiliations
- Dance
- Fashion
- Sports
- Fun activities
- Escape rooms
Languages
English
Fluent
Accomplishments
Won loads of trophy’s and medals in dance competition, loads of certificates been awarded.
Timeline
Dancer
Loughborough Town Hall
2020.09 - 2021.01
Dance teaching assistant
Starlight Theatre School
2019.03 - Current
A-Levels - Dance and performing arts
Addict Dance academy
09/2022 - 06/2024
Foundation Degree in Arts - Dance and performing arts
Addict dance academy
09/2024 - 06/2026
Bachelor of Arts - Dance and performing arts
Addict dance academy
06/2026 - 06/2027