Athene Kelly
Mesa
Summary
Talented Professional Dancer with 25 years entertaining and exciting audiences internationally. Comfortable providing background or feature dance performances. Eager to choreograph personal routines as well as group presentations. Well versed in dance styles including Contemporary, Jazz, Hip Hop, Bellydance, Pan-African Dance, Latin, and Twerk.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Model Coordinator
Scottsdale Artists' School
02.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with painters' to create visually impactful themed set up.
- Adapted to diverse painters' styles and themes for multiple workshops.
- Developed strong professional relationships with painters' and sculptors.
Dance the Globe
Me
01.2018 - Current
- Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline.
- Planned, prepared and delivered lesson plans introducing students to dance techniques derived from global social dances, i,e, Cumbia (Colombia & Mexico), Hip Hop (The Americas').
- Planned routines for recitals and performances.
- Utilized different styles of teaching to accommodate students of all capabilities.
- Choreographed dance numbers for school's Dance the Globe dance program.
Fine Art Model
Scottsdale Artists School
02.2003 - Current
- Modeled with props, and costumes for world renown painters', sculptors', and mixed media artists'.
- Communicated clearly and professionally with studio manager and collective coordinator throughout scheduling and model sessions.
- Posed with other models in collaborative settings.
- Collaborated closely with creatives to deliver the desired pose, and or look wanted for each session.
Dance Instructor
Violet Flame Studio
01.2019 - 04.2022
- Planned and oversaw group, couples and individual dance performances.
- Assisted with coordination and administration of complete dance program.
- Offered one-on-one instruction to students by appointment.
- Worked in team-based environment to uphold quality and continuity of service to clients.
- Offered Afrobeats Dance Fitness, Bellydance, Burlesque, Twerk, and Latin dance styles to clientele on a weekly to bi-weekly schedule.
School of Hip Hop
Camille Sledge
02.2019 - 03.2020
- Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline.
- Planned routines for recitals and performances.
- Planned, prepared and delivered lesson plans introducing students to dance techniques and ballet positions.
- Utilized different styles of teaching to accommodate students of all capabilities.
- Worked in team-based environment to uphold quality and continuity of service to clients.
- Assisted with coordination and administration of complete dance program.
- Taught Afro-HipHop and Latin dance classes for Genesis highschool students.
- Planned and oversaw group, couples and individual dance performances.
Long Term Substitute Teacher
J.o. Combs Unified School District
08.2015 - 12.2019
- Delivered engaging lessons aligned with curriculum standards to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Adapted instructional materials to meet diverse student needs and learning styles effectively.
- Collaborated with educators and staff to develop and implement effective teaching strategies.
- Managed classroom behavior using positive reinforcement techniques to foster a conducive learning environment.
Dance Choreographer
The Arab American Festival Assocaition
05.2012 - 11.2019
- Prepared student groups for competitions with routines, exercise regimens and instruction on specific techniques.
- Developed new choreography for shows and organized rehearsals with team members.
- Choreographed performances for individuals and groups.
- Managed exercise, conditioning and flexibility improvement programs.
- Discovered and utilized talents of team.
- Composed sequences of steps and moves for dancers.
- Developed choreography for up to 30 dancers for The Miss Arab America Pageant .
- Assisted pageant contestants' to understand rhythm, pageant runway, poise, posture, and verbal fluency.
- Helped students work on facial expressions to match dance moves.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Social Studies Teacher
J.O. Combs Middle School
08.2018 - 12.2018
- Developed engaging lesson plans promoting critical thinking and historical analysis.
- Facilitated discussions encouraging student participation and diverse perspectives.
- Implemented assessment strategies to evaluate student understanding and progression.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance interdisciplinary teaching approaches and curriculum alignment.
7th Grade ELA Teacher
ACCLAIM Academy
07.2016 - 02.2017
- Developed engaging lesson plans that foster critical thinking and enhance student literacy skills.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse learning needs of students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects that integrate multiple subjects.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on classroom management and instructional techniques.
Education
200 Hour Accredited Yoga Teacher Training Cert - Yoga Therapy And Teacher Training
Southwest Institute of Healing Arts
Tempe, AZ12.2021
Masters of Physical Education - Physical Education
Arizona State University, Polytechnical
East Mesa, AZ05.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre (Major) Dance (Minor)
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05.2001
Skills
- Strength training
- Curated music selection
- Hip hop culture knowledge
- Rhythmic expression
- Modern dance techniques
- Competitive dancing experience
- Versatile workout plans
- Event coordination
- Relationship management
- Strong verbal and written communication
- Curriculum design
- Analytical reasoning
Timeline
Model Coordinator
Scottsdale Artists' School
02.2022 - Current
School of Hip Hop
Camille Sledge
02.2019 - 03.2020
Dance Instructor
Violet Flame Studio
01.2019 - 04.2022
Social Studies Teacher
J.O. Combs Middle School
08.2018 - 12.2018
Dance the Globe
Me
01.2018 - Current
7th Grade ELA Teacher
ACCLAIM Academy
07.2016 - 02.2017
Long Term Substitute Teacher
J.o. Combs Unified School District
08.2015 - 12.2019
Dance Choreographer
The Arab American Festival Assocaition
05.2012 - 11.2019
Fine Art Model
Scottsdale Artists School
02.2003 - Current
200 Hour Accredited Yoga Teacher Training Cert - Yoga Therapy And Teacher Training
Southwest Institute of Healing Arts
Masters of Physical Education - Physical Education
Arizona State University, Polytechnical
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre (Major) Dance (Minor)
Arizona State University
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