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Sarah Molina

Black Notley,Essex

Summary

Accomplished dance professional with expertise in choreography, performance direction, and costume design. Demonstrates proficiency in classical ballet techniques, tap dance specialisation, and jazz dance techniques. Skilled in curriculum development and workshop facilitation, ensuring effective parent communication and safety management. Adept at event organisation and show production management, with a strong focus on time efficiency and customer service. Career goals include advancing the art of dance through innovative choreography and comprehensive training programmes.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Head of dance

New Hall School
Chelmsford, Essex
09.2009 - Current
  • Implemented new training methods to improve overall department efficiency.
  • Promoted health and safety measures within the department, preventing injuries during rehearsals and performances.
  • Streamlined operations within the Dance Department by implementing efficient administrative systems.
  • Worked closely with choreographers to produce innovative dance routines.
  • Direct annual dance shows and design costumes, lighting and music content.
  • Teach curricular and co-curricular dance classes to all ages from Nursery to sixth form age.
  • Produce timetables and billing documents
  • Established an inclusive environment through open communication and teamwork and manage a team of teachers
  • Ensured high-quality performance delivery by maintaining consistent discipline during rehearsals.
  • Delivered constructive feedback after each performance to enhance future shows quality.
  • Led workshops and seminars, promoting professional development in staff members.
  • Organised regional dance competitions, fostering healthy competition among students.
  • Created personalised training plans for individual growth of students.
  • Coordinated visits from professional dancers to inspire students' passion for the art form.
  • Designed and executed stage performances, gaining public recognition for the school.
  • Shared passion for art with students and encouraged personal skill development.
  • Organised opportunities for students to showcase their work.
  • Provided inspiring teaching space to ignite students' passion for learning.
  • Planned external visits to broaden students' cultural awareness.

Education

Diploma of Higher Education - Dance and Performing arts

Italia Conti Academy of Theatre Arts
London
09.2000 - 07.2003

A-Levels - Dance and Performing arts

Harlow College
Harlow
09.1998 - 07.2000

GCSEs - English, Maths, Science, Media studies, Geography, IT, RE, Spanish

The John Bramston School
Witham, Essex
09.1993 - 07.1998

Skills

  • Dance choreography
  • Performance direction
  • Costume design
  • Curriculum development
  • Workshop facilitation
  • Safety management
  • Event organisation
  • Public speaking
  • Time management
  • Dance technique mastery
  • Classical ballet techniques
  • Tap dance specialisation
  • Show production management
  • Jazz dance techniques
  • Choreography expertise
  • Strength and conditioning training
  • Parent communication
  • Time efficiency
  • Customer Service

Timeline

Head of dance

New Hall School
09.2009 - Current

Diploma of Higher Education - Dance and Performing arts

Italia Conti Academy of Theatre Arts
09.2000 - 07.2003

A-Levels - Dance and Performing arts

Harlow College
09.1998 - 07.2000

GCSEs - English, Maths, Science, Media studies, Geography, IT, RE, Spanish

The John Bramston School
09.1993 - 07.1998
Sarah Molina