Liz Yerkovich
New Lenox
Summary
Dedicated Theatre and Dance Instructor with over a decade of experience in lesson design and mentorship. Expertise in developing engaging educational materials and coordinating experiences tailored to diverse learning styles. Skilled in fostering collaboration and communication to enhance student performance and creativity.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Theatre Instructor
Lincoln Way Central High School
New Lenox
12.2011 - Current
- Designed interactive lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles and needs.
- Managed thespian society operations, promoting independent thought and artistic expression.
- Mentored students in acting techniques and stage presence, enhancing their performance skills.
- Coordinated technical aspects of productions, ensuring seamless integration of lighting and sound.
- Directed student performances, enhancing teamwork and fostering creativity.
- Developed engaging educational materials for diverse demographics, increasing student participation and interest.
- Coordinated field trips to galleries and museums for enriched art exposure.
- Modeled creative acting techniques across historical genres and performance styles.
- Implemented innovative strategies to adapt lessons for different learning preferences.
Dance Instuctor
The Dance Company
Frankfort
08.2011 - 08.2024
- Instructed students in ballet, jazz, hip-hop, tap, and contemporary dance fundamentals.
- Developed engaging dance lesson plans for diverse skill levels and styles.
- Taught a variety of techniques including stretching, leaps, turns and jumps.
- Demonstrated proper techniques to enhance movement skills among students.
- Delivered personalized feedback on student performance to enhance skill development.
- Evaluated student progress and delivered constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
- Monitored student progress over time to ensure they are meeting their goals.
- Fostered a safe environment that encouraged creativity and self-expression.
- Encouraged creative expression through improvisation exercises.
- Created choreography routines for soloists and groups based on specific themes or stories.
- Selected appropriate music for classes based on genre, speed and skill level required.
- Planned special events, including recitals and competitions, to showcase student achievements.
- Collaborated in a team-based environment to uphold instruction quality and continuity of service to clients.
- Organized workshops with guest instructors to enrich student learning and broaden their dance expertise.
Education
Associate of Arts - Musical Theater
The American Music And Dramatic Academy
New York City05-2000
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Choreography and performance direction
- Acting techniques
- Production coordination
Timeline
Theatre Instructor
Lincoln Way Central High School
12.2011 - Current
Dance Instuctor
The Dance Company
08.2011 - 08.2024
Associate of Arts - Musical Theater
The American Music And Dramatic Academy