Janine N. Beckles
**** ****** ****** (*nd Fl), Philadelphia, PA 19104
646-***-****; *************@*******.***
EDUCATION
Southern Methodist University, Dallas, TX
****-**** *.*. ** Sociology, December 2005
. Emphasis on social justice and criminology
B.F.A. in Dance Performance, May 2004
. Studied Classical Ballet, Modern Techniques- Graham and Horton, Jazz
EXPERIENCE
Professional Ballet and Modern Dancer, Dallas Black Dance Theatre
2005-2010
Lead dancer for the company performing solos in various ballet and modern
dances
Dance Teacher, Dallas Black Dance Academy
2005-2010
Taught students from the ages of three to sixty-five years old
Worked in the Academy office answering telephones, receiving messages,
filing
students' paperwork. Assisting parents with the student and teacher
meetings
and coordinating the assistants.
Sales Associate and Lead Cashier, H& M (Clothing Store)
2004-2005
Assisting customers find garments, helping new hires with the orientation
process
Call Center, Office of Alumni Donations
2004
Solicitating donations and data entry for Southern Methodist University
Administrative Assistant, Student Center Customer Service Desk
2002-2003
Answering telephones, assisting visitors find areas on campus.
Administrative Assistant, Meadows School of the Arts Office
2000-2002
Resolving a range of administrative problems and inquiries
Schedule and coordinating meetings for the director
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
. More than 3yrs of experience
. Strong ability to lead and train staff as well as students
. Excellent ability to gather and analyze statistical data and generate
reports
. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
. Excellent ability to solve problems
. Ability to make administrative and procedural decisions plus
judgements
. In-depth receptionist skills
Technical Skills
Microsoft Office XP, Excel, Word, Powerpoint