Katie Newlands
Tarves,Aberdeenshire
Summary
A dedicated and committed individual with a strong foundation in leadership and communication through extensive experience in various settings. A skilled problem solver with a flexible approach developed through engaging with children. Committed to using and optimising previously gained skills as well as a willingness to develop, learn and adapt to new environments or challenges.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work history
Work experience
Aberdeenshire Council
Barthol Chapel, Aberdeenshire
2025.12 - Current
- Led activities such as dancing, PE, and fundraising, while promoting pupil voice and participation
- Collaborated with pupil support assistant to learn supervision techniques, ensuring safety within school and playground settings
- Gained awareness of classroom management and knowledge of the curriculum for excellence within a primary school
- Assisted teacher with lessons and supported children in class
Assistant dance teacher
North Aberdeenshire Dance Academy
Tarves, Aberdeenshire
2024.08 - Current
- Assisted lead teacher in coaching younger pupils (aged 5-11) for examinations and bi-annual showcase performance
- Developed leadership qualities when teaching classes or assisting younger pupils in being suitably prepared to perform and learn
- Leading by example in demonstrating exercises and routines
- Contributing to choreography, musical direction and stage management
- Covered ballet, tap, modern and jazz styles in teaching sessions
- Organised a successful fundraising event, including arranging raffle, games, decorations, ticket sales and entertainment
Singer/ musician
Remastered
Tarves, Aberdeenshire
2023.08 - Current
- Active and enthusiastic member of local 5-piece cover band, performing regularly around Aberdeen and shire
- Developing growing reputation whilst building a diverse repertoire
- Confidence in public appearance and performance settings has grown significantly
- Managed bookings with shared responsibility, requiring commitment and planning well in advance.
Education
Meldrum Academy
Oldmeldrum, Aberdeenshire 2021.08 -
Skills
- Strong leadership, shown through previously gained qualification and house captaincy at Meldrum Academy
- Effective communicator, demonstrated with successful Duke of Edinburgh team trips and working alongside teachers, PSAs, administrators, catering assistants and pupils within a primary school
- Flexible, adaptable problem solver, developed through working with children, including those with additional support needs, which can be unpredictable
- A team player and positive collaborator, developed through 15 years of dance lessons and performing in a band
- Personable and friendly, demonstrated through house captaincy at school when acting as a mentor and role model for pupils
- Ability to apply discretion and diplomacy when appropriate
Timeline
Work experience
Aberdeenshire Council
2025.12 - Current
Assistant dance teacher
North Aberdeenshire Dance Academy
2024.08 - Current
Singer/ musician
Remastered
2023.08 - Current
Meldrum Academy
2021.08 -