Emerging Dance Instructor and Camp Leader

KALEIGHA KENDRICK

Dumfries, US *****

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SUMMARY

Dedicated and dynamic leader with experience in child supervision, group leadership, and dance instruction. Skilled in problem-solving, conflict resolution, and emergency response, with CPR certification and a strong ability to foster inclusive, engaging environments. A former competitive dancer and current dance instructor, I have experience choreographing performances, mentoring students, and adapting teaching styles to different skill levels. As a camp counselor, I have successfully engaged and supervised children in structured activities while ensuring their safety and well-being. Currently a student at The Spelman College, I balance academics, leadership, and extracurricular involvement, strengthening my communication and organizational skills. My experience in leading group activities, developing programming, and providing excellent customer service in recreational settings has further refined my ability to create safe, enjoyable, and engaging environments. A responsible, adaptable, and highly organized professional, I am eager to contribute my leadership, creativity, and problem-solving skills to a dynamic team. SKILLS

Creative and Energetic

Positive Engagement

Problem-Solving

Creative Mindset

Team Leadership

CPR

Decision-Making

Child Supervision

Group leadership

Problem Resolution

Emergency Procedures

Conflict resolution and mediation

Emergency Response

Compassionate communication

Behavioral assessment

Arts and crafts

Technique improvement

Lesson preparation

Safety awareness

EXPERIENCE

Dance Teacher / The Dream Center - Atlanta, GA 10/2024 - Current Attended professional development workshops and conferences to stay current with dance education trends and techniques.

Monitored student attendance records and maintained accurate class rosters. Supervised student rehearsals ensuring safety regulations were followed at all times. came up with choreography weekly

Dance Camp Counselor / The St. James - Springfield, VA 06/2023 - 08/2024 Enforced rules and regulations of recreational facilities to maintain discipline and ensured safety Organized weekly field trips that provided educational opportunities to the campers Offered guidance in group and camp-wide activitie

came up with choreography weekly.

Worked with the team

KK

Dance Teacher's Assistant / starstruck sports - Springfield, VA 09/2018 - 05/2024 Monitored class activities to ensure safety protocols were followed at all times Educated students on the importance of proper technique and safety when performing Updated class attendance

A role model to younger students

Event Planner / Colgan Dance program - Manassas, VA 04/2023 - 04/2024 Coordinated with vendors to guarantee seamless event execution Managed event planning and execution using strong attention to detail and communication skills Conducted post-event evaluations to gather feedback and improve future events Auditions Assistant / Center of Fine and Performing Arts at Colgan High School - Manassas, VA 01/2021 - 01/2024 Assisted with the audition process

Model audition dances

Provide feedback & encouragement

Choreographer / Center of Fine and Performing Arts (theater department) - Manassas, VA 11/2023 - 12/2023 Engaged with costume designers in order to coordinate costuming choices that would best support the artistic vision of each piece

Worked closely with musical directors and composers in order to ensure all movements were timed correctly with beats or rhythms

Lead choreographer for 'Tango Maureen.' For musical 'Rent' Made dance accessible to non-dancers

Organized additional concert performance

Ice Cream Maker / Jimmy T's Soft Serve - Dumfries, VA 09/2021 - 09/2023 Observed gauged and thermometers to determine if mixing chamber temperature was within specified limits and turn valves to control temperature

Modified cooking and forming operations based on results of sampling processes, adjusting time cycles and ingredients to achieve desired qualities, such as firmness, and texture Lead Dance Instructor / Whiz Kids Daycare - Woodbridge, VA 09/2022 - 03/2023 Incorporated various styles of dance into performances including jazz, hip hop, contemporary ballet Fostered an inclusive environment where all dancers felt welcomed regardless of experience level or skill set Encouraged creativity and innovation in all aspects of dance instruction Met with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress and determine learning priorities Participated in publicity planning and student recruitment Media Coordinator / Health Careers program at Spelman College - Atlanta, Georgia 08/2024 Work-Study Participant / Canadian National Ballet School - Toronto, Canada 03/2023 Discussed 'racism is apparent in Ballet'- exclusionary for Black & POC with dancers from around the world Exposed to African Ballet techniques

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Bachelor of Science: Health Sciences Expected in 05/2028 Spelman College - Atlanta, GA

High School Diploma 05/2024

Colgan High School - Manassas

Relevant Coursework: AP Physiology (11th grade), AP Language and Composition (11th grade), AP Environmental Science (12th grade), AP Calculus AB (12th grade), Dual Enrolment Pre-Calculus (11th grade), Dual Enrolment English 111 (12th grade)

Awards & Honors: Summa cum laude, Presidential honor roll 9-12th grade, Academic letter 9th-12th grade, All American

GPA: 4.1

Dual Enrollment Program 05/2024

Northern Virginia Community college - Woodbridge, Virginia, US Completed coursework towards AP in Environmental Science CERTIFICATIONS

CPR

REFERENCES

References available upon request.

COMMUNITY SERVICE

Work-Study Participant, 03/01/23, 03/31/23, Canadian National Ballet School International Assemble 2023, Toronto, Canada, Discussed 'racism is apparent in Ballet' - exclusionary for Black & POC with dancers from around the world., Exposed to African Ballet techniques.

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

Media Coordinator, 08/01/24, 08/31/24, Health Careers Program at Spelman College, Atlanta, GA Event Planner, 04/01/23, 04/30/24, Autism Acceptance Run with Colgan Dance Program, Manassas, VA, Coordinated with vendors to guarantee seamless event execution., Managed event planning and execution using strong attention to detail and communication skills., Conducted post-event evaluations to gather feedback and improve future events.

Auditions Assistant, 01/01/21, 01/31/24, Center of Fine and Performing Arts at Colgan High School, Manassas, VA, Assisted with the audition process., Model audition dances., Provided feedback & encouragement. Choreographer, 11/01/23, 12/31/23, Center of Fine and Performing Arts (Theater Department), Manassas, VA, Engaged with costume designers in order to coordinate costuming choices that would best support the artistic vision of each piece., Worked closely with musical directors and composers in order to ensure all movements were timed correctly with beats or rhythms., Lead choreographer for 'Tango Maureen' for the musical 'Rent'. Made dance accessible to non-dancers. Organized additional concert performance. LANGUAGES

Spanish:

Professional

WEBSITES, PORTFOLIOS, PROFILES

http://linkedin.com/in/kaleigha-kendrick-278474328 ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Fall 2024 Deans List at The Spelman College

ACTIVITIES AND HONORS

Dance

exercise

REFERENCES

References available upon request.

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