Kara Jia
Vancouver,BC
Summary
Dynamic Dance Instructor with experience at ILLUMA Studio, skilled in hip-hop choreography and fostering positive learning environments. Proven ability to create engaging lesson plans and implement injury prevention strategies. Adept at teamwork and collaboration, ensuring students of all ages thrive in their dance journey. Multilingual proficiency enhances communication with diverse learners.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Dance Instructor
ILLUMA Studio
Vancouver, BC
05.2025 - Current
- Main instructor, sub teacher, teacher assistance.
- Created original dance choreographies to teach to students.
- Classroom management.
- Leaded fun game activities.
- Conducted engaging group classes, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Planned, prepared, and delivered lesson plans introducing students to dance techniques.
- Implemented injury prevention strategies during warm-ups and cool-downs, ensuring safe practice for all participants.
- Worked with different age groups of students (5-14 years old), and special needs.
Volunteer
Sarah Wong-Stage One Academy
Richmond, BC
09.2020 - Current
- Performed in annual charity concerts, senior homes.
Office Administrator
QALL LIFE Cabinet & Countertop
Richmond, BC
06.2022 - 08.2024
- Picked up phone calls and answering emails.
- Promoted showroom products to costumers.
- Created estimate quotes, invoices for costumers.
- Reconciled account files and produced monthly reports.
- Assisted in preparation and processing of payroll to facilitate prompt staff payments.
- Maximized office space utilization by maintaining a clean, organized work environment that encouraged productivity and efficiency.
Teacher’s Assistant
Steveston-London Secondary School
Richmond, BC
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Marked quizzes & keyed in marks.
- Helped prepared class materials.
- Answered students' inquiries.
- Invigilated exams.
- Supported classroom management by fostering a positive learning environment for diverse learners.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Asian Language & Culture
University of British Columbia
Vancouver, BC06-2028
Skills
- Hip-hop choreography
- Competition experience
- Teaching techniques
- Video editing
- Group teaching
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Photography
- Active listening
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Multilingual proficiency
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Cantonese)
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual
Japanese
Elementary
Timeline
Dance Instructor
ILLUMA Studio
05.2025 - Current
Teacher’s Assistant
Steveston-London Secondary School
09.2022 - 01.2023
Office Administrator
QALL LIFE Cabinet & Countertop
06.2022 - 08.2024
Volunteer
Sarah Wong-Stage One Academy
09.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Asian Language & Culture
University of British Columbia