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Shon Ross

Crystal Lake,IL

Summary

Outgoing and energetic Dance/Group instructor and Personal Trainer who holds recognized teaching and fitness qualifications. Has experience in teaching and training all age groups. Has a successful track record of improving students’ knowledge of dance and dance education. Experience Program Supervisor with over 5 years of developing and managing high- performance teams and leading organizational strategy.


Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Founder/Owner/Operator

Stellar School Of Performing Arts
07.2024 - Current
  • Developed strategic business plans to drive growth and enhance market positioning.
  • Created a welcoming atmosphere for students by fostering an inclusive culture that values diversity in both staff members and clientele.
  • Introduced advanced technology solutions into daily operations which led to increased productivity levels throughout the company.
  • Led staff training sessions to improve instructional techniques and ensure quality teaching standards.
  • Managed daily studio operations, optimizing scheduling and resource allocation for efficiency.

Dance Instructor

Dancespiration
08.2017 - 08.2020
  • Responsible for teaching and training dancers in ballet, modern, jazz, lyrical and tap.
  • Developed and implemented diverse dance curricula for various age groups and skill levels.
  • Planned dance programs and dance revolution events to expose the dancers and provide a venue for the kids to show their talents.
  • Mentored junior instructors to enhance teaching techniques and student engagement.
  • Evaluated student progress, providing constructive feedback to foster improvement and motivation.

Founder/Owner

Ross Dance Co
09.2012 - 01.2017

Dance Instructor

Center of Contemporary Arts (COCA)
01.2010 - 05.2015

Instructor

Dance Explosion
01.2010 - 01.2012

Education

BA - Dance Education

Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA
05.2000

Skills

  • Training in: several styles of dance and technique to include but not limited to classical ballet, tap, lyrical, jazz, modern, Pilates mat, yoga, Zumba, HIIT, kickboxing, competitive dance/cheer and working with children/adults with special needs
  • Team leadership
  • Entrepreneurial and innovative
  • Performance coaching
  • Recruitment strategies
  • Studio maintenance
  • Creative direction

Certification


  • ACE Group Fitness Instructor Certified
  • First Aide & AED certified.

Timeline

Founder/Owner/Operator

Stellar School Of Performing Arts
07.2024 - Current

Dance Instructor

Dancespiration
08.2017 - 08.2020

Founder/Owner

Ross Dance Co
09.2012 - 01.2017

Dance Instructor

Center of Contemporary Arts (COCA)
01.2010 - 05.2015

Instructor

Dance Explosion
01.2010 - 01.2012

BA - Dance Education

Old Dominion University

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