Jessica (Jess) Chalmers
Thatcham,Hampshire
Summary
Confident Dance Teacher with experience in child and adult class planning and instruction. Delivers lessons with energy and enthusiasm to maximise student enjoyment. Maintains own knowledge and abilities to demonstrate and teach varied techniques.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work history
Butterfly Ballet
Catherine Loveless
Clapham Junction, Wandsworth
09.2022 - Current
- Work towards examinations with students
- Enhance students' ballet technique by providing detailed and constructive feedback.
- Foster a positive learning environment for enhancing student engagement.
- Help organise/assist with annual shows, showcasing students' progress and talent to parents and community members.
JLD School of Dance
Hayley Crunden
Kingsclere, Hampshire
09.2022 - Current
- Develop innovative dance routines by incorporating various dance styles.
- Classes in all styles
- Prepare lesson plans to meet individual student's needs and abilities.
- Maintain regular contact with parents
- Prepare and lead 9 dance classes weekly.
SEND dance facilitator
Baked Bean Charity
Wandsworth
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Assisted in therapeutic activities for mental and physical growth.
- Utilised adaptive technology to enhance accessibility for students with physical impairments.
- Worked closely alongside occupational therapists implementing suggested strategies within the dance setting.
- Attended regular training sessions to stay updated on current Special Educational Needs practices and legislation.
Dance Teacher
Advance Dance School
Woodley, Reading
09.2024 - Current
- Delivered engaging lessons that encouraged participation from all pupils.
- Incorporated props into lessons for enhanced learning experience.
- Adapted teaching to suit students of varying ages and abilities.
- Prepped students for formal auditions and exams, helping students to achieve success.
Cover teacher- Breaking Barriers/EDC dance/Cheam
Varied
Berkshire
04.2024 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans by applying knowledge of educational theories and methods.
- Created inclusive classroom setting to ensure all students felt accepted and valued.
- Led after-school clubs, facilitated students' participation in extracurricular activities.
Assistant teacher
Belleville Primary
Clapham Junction, Wandsworth
09.2023 - 01.2024
- Developed effective lesson plans by consulting with lead teachers.
- Assisted in managing classroom behaviour for a safe learning environment.
- Provided additional support to students with special educational needs.
Sports assistant
GOL elite coaching
Basingstoke, Hampshire
09.2020 - 09.2022
- Maintained sports equipment, ensuring safety for all users.
- Assisted in organising sporting events, improving community engagement.
- Actively supported students during training sessions, contributing to their skill development.
- Promoted physical activity among school students via engaging PE lessons.
West End and Touring (Matilda and Billy Elliot)
RSC and relevant employers
London, City of London
03.2013 - 03.2019
- Studied scripts meticulously for accurate portrayal of assigned roles.
- Engaged in regular physical training to meet demanding requirements of specific roles.
- Maintained excellent punctuality, ensuring smooth running of all performances.
- Demonstrated exceptional acting skills by portraying diverse characters on stage.
Education
GCSEs - Core Subjects, Dance Drama Food Tech and French
St Bartholomew's Sixth Form
Newbury, West Berkshire 09/2018 - 09/2021
A-Levels - Dance Drama Media and Film
St Batholomew's Sixth Form
Newbury 09/2021 - 09/2023
BA Hons - Ballet Education
Royal Academy of Dance
London 09/2022 -
Licentiate of the RAD - Ballet
Royal Acdemy of Dance
London 06/2023 -
Skills
- Safeguard and prevent trained
- DBS checked
- In-depth knowledge of First Aid - willing to complete a course if required
- Working towards a DDE in Modern with ISTD
- Knowledgable within teaching and pedagogy
- Orgranised
- Hard-working
- Passionate
- Understanding
Affiliations
- Travelling
- Meeting new people
- Baking
- Fashion
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Dance Teacher
Advance Dance School
09.2024 - Current
Cover teacher- Breaking Barriers/EDC dance/Cheam
Varied
04.2024 - Current
SEND dance facilitator
Baked Bean Charity
01.2024 - 04.2024
Assistant teacher
Belleville Primary
09.2023 - 01.2024
Butterfly Ballet
Catherine Loveless
09.2022 - Current
JLD School of Dance
Hayley Crunden
09.2022 - Current
Sports assistant
GOL elite coaching
09.2020 - 09.2022
West End and Touring (Matilda and Billy Elliot)
RSC and relevant employers
03.2013 - 03.2019
GCSEs - Core Subjects, Dance Drama Food Tech and French
St Bartholomew's Sixth Form
09/2018 - 09/2021
A-Levels - Dance Drama Media and Film
St Batholomew's Sixth Form
09/2021 - 09/2023
BA Hons - Ballet Education
Royal Academy of Dance
09/2022 -
Licentiate of the RAD - Ballet
Royal Acdemy of Dance
06/2023 -
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