MARIA ELENA
Saskatoon,SK
Summary
Certified Zumba Basic 1 and Zumba Gold fitness instructor with vast experience in many styles of dance such as Salsa, Merengue, Cha Cha, Jazz, Samba and many more. Caring and passionate individual who is excited to see students of all ages and skill levels succeed in their dance and fitness journey.
I have achieved Zumba Basic Level 1 certification to be able to teach medium to high intensity Zumba choreographies. I also felt it was important to attain certification in Zumba Gold in order to be able to instruct elderly people and those with disabilities so they may be able to realize their Zumba Fitness goals as well.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clothing Brand Owner
Malenas Design
Lima, Peru
08.2018 - Current
- Planned, implemented and tracked sales and marketing strategies to promote brand products
- Conceptualized brand identity and developed unique accompanying graphic style and tone for use in communications
- Worked with business owners/managers to develop clothing based on unique needs of their employees
- Sourced materials and sub contracted larger pieces to local tailors
- Designed, acquired and manufactured custom clothing pieces for customers.
Hostess
Cora Breakfast And Lunch
Saskatoon, SK
03.2023 - 04.2023
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions and informed of accurate wait times
- Answered customer questions about hours, seating and menu information
- Assigned patrons to tables suitable for needs and restaurant section rotation
- Supported servers, food runners and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest
- Cultivated positive guest relations by managing information and orchestrating speedy seating
- Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers
- Cleaned, closed and secured store at end of shift.
Professional Dancer
Alo Brasil
, Peru
03.2019 - 08.2022
- Traveled to various show venues and performed vast array of dance choreographies.
- Learned and practiced choreographies in Samba, Axe, Salsa, Merengue, Reggaeton, Cumbia, Latin Pop dance, Bachata, Tango, Jazz, Belly Dance and Cha Cha styles to be performed throughout a rigorous performance schedule.
- Taught audience members choreographies in many styles of dance so they could join in on performance themselves.
- Developed professional relationships with different dance professionals, choreographers, and performers by actively listening and effectively communicating.
- Progressed quickly by mastering challenging choreography and routines.
- Ensured everyone had an enjoyable experience while both watching the performance of our troup and learning the choreographies.
Clothing Sales Associate
Malenas
01.2014 - 07.2018
- Pressed and folded items upon arrival in store to increase visual appeal
- Encouraged customers to find accessories and other upsell items to complete ensembles.
Education
No Degree - Zumba Basic Level 1
Zumba Fitness LLC
Online10.2023
Certificate - Zumba Gold
Zumba Fitness LLC
Online10.2023
Certificate - Fashion Design
CEAM Lima
Lima, Peru01.2015
High School Diploma -
Colegio Liceo Naval "Almirante Guise"
Lima, Peru01.2001
Skills
- Choreography
- Relationships and Rapport
- Audience Engagement
- Customer Service
- Phone Etiquette
- Market Trend Analysis
- Fashion Styling
Additional Information
- Dancing
- Fashion and clothing production
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Certification
- Zumba Basic Level 1 Certification
- Zumba Gold Certification
Timeline
Hostess
Cora Breakfast And Lunch
03.2023 - 04.2023
Professional Dancer
Alo Brasil
03.2019 - 08.2022
Clothing Brand Owner
Malenas Design
08.2018 - Current
Clothing Sales Associate
Malenas
01.2014 - 07.2018
No Degree - Zumba Basic Level 1
Zumba Fitness LLC
Certificate - Zumba Gold
Zumba Fitness LLC
Certificate - Fashion Design
CEAM Lima
High School Diploma -
Colegio Liceo Naval "Almirante Guise"
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