Cassie Rigler
48-1469 Spinghill Drive, Kamloops
Summary
With a decade of experience, Cassie has found her true calling as a mentor and educator in the dance industry. As a dancer and performer, Cassie has trained at advanced levels across various disciplines, including ballet, pointe, tap, jazz, lyrical, acro, modern, and contemporary dance. She had the honor of performing with the adult stage division of Team Canada at a competition in Riesa, Germany, in 2017. Recently, Cassie has embraced the position of Artistic Director and Operator at her local dance studio in Kamloops. In 2023, she was honored with the Shine Mentor Award at the Vernon event. Her mission is clear: to foster and empower not only exceptional dancers but also outstanding individuals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director/Operator/Teacher
Academy Of Dance
09.2012 - Current
- Developed high-performing dance teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and adept feedback.
- Enhanced the staff body collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering students, parents, and employees to voice their ideas via spreadsheets, surveys, and in person conversations.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall morale.
Dance Educator
Skeetchestn Community School
09.2017 - 06.2019
- Elevated dance education quality by collaborating with fellow educators to develop engaging curriculum.
- Revitalized existing dance programs by introducing new choreography, music, costumes, and interdisciplinary connections, connecting Indigenous movement and music to popular culture.
Live Modelling
Kamloops Art Association
02.2015 - 08.2018
- Contributed to successful exhibitions by participating in live modeling events for guests and patrons in proper dance attire.
- Adapted quickly to changing session requirements while maintaining consistency in overall quality of poses provided.
Dance Educator
Krush Dance Studios
08.2016 - 07.2018
- Choreographed unique routines tailored to individual student abilities, working with children with disabilities in the classroom.
- Planned routines for recitals and performances.
- Recognized and adapted to different learning styles to productively communicate and teach materials to all students, including adults.
- Traveled to another city to teach, ensuring on time arrival and preparedness.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Thompson Rivers University
Kamloops05.2024
Skills
- Teaching Techniques applicable to age
- Social Media Promotion
- Adaptive Teaching
- Feedback Delivery
- Fundraising strategies
- Choreography expertise
- Event/Performance Planning
- Student Mentoring
Certification
- Acrobatic Arts Module 1
- Alixa Flexibility
- Progressive Ballet Technique
- ADAPT
- YPAD
- Discover Dance
- Certified Adjudicator through CDLI
Timeline
Dance Educator
Skeetchestn Community School
09.2017 - 06.2019
Dance Educator
Krush Dance Studios
08.2016 - 07.2018
Live Modelling
Kamloops Art Association
02.2015 - 08.2018
Director/Operator/Teacher
Academy Of Dance
09.2012 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Thompson Rivers University
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