Samantha Sanchez
Pleasanton
Summary
Dedicated Dance and Physical Education teacher with a background in general P.E., yoga, and dance. Experience in dance performance, showcase directing, performance management, and classroom instruction. Passionate about instilling a love of health and fitness in students of all ages and abilities.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dance and Yoga Teacher
Benicia High School
08.2016 - 06.2024
- Created and instructed an honors level dance course.
- Taught dance styles such as jazz, contemporary, ballet, musical theater, tap and choreographic theory from beginning-advanced level dance classes.
- Choreographed dance numbers for dance showcases and musical theatre productions.
- Managed all aspects of dance shows from marketing, volunteer recruitment, lighting design and stage management.
- Synchronized lighting, music, and costume design with choreography for cohesive visual impact in performances.
- Organized successful auditions, selecting talented individuals who contributed positively to the overall team dynamic and performance level.
- Lead monthly department meetings as CTE department chair.
- Worked closely with administration during monthly leadership meetings.
- Assisted CTE Grant coordinator with budgeting for all CTE classes on campus.
- Tahitian and Hip-Hop Dance Club advisor.
- Planned, set up and led yoga classes from beginner through intermediate levels.
- Instructed students in breathing, meditation exercises to promote social-emotional learning.
- Taught Vinyasa and Yin Yoga practices.
- Applied differentiated instructional strategies to accommodate for varied levels in all classes.
- Utilized Google Classroom to increase student engagement.
- Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect.
Dance Choreographer
Farnsworth Dance Academy
08.2019 - 03.2020
- Taught ages 6-18 in Ballet and Jazz dance.
- Created variety of original dance routines according to skill level and performance plans.
- Designed custom warm-up routines to optimize dancer preparation, reducing injury rates and improving performance quality.
- Collaborated with directors to ensure seamless integration of choreography into overall production vision.
Physical Education Teacher
West Contra Costa School District
08.2015 - 06.2016
- Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports and safety.
- Increased student participation by incorporating engaging activities and group projects into daily lesson plans.
- Provided creative, structured environment for seventh and eighth grade classes.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Assessed student physical fitness levels using FitnessGram protocols and adjusted objectives according to successes.
- Utilized knowledge of kinesiology to design safe and effective exercises.
- Complied with state and federal standards for physical fitness benchmarks and exercise programs.
Ballet Teacher
Tutu School
07.2014 - 07.2015
- Taught ballet classes to students ages 18 months to 8 years old.
- Planned, prepared and delivered lesson plans introducing students to creative movement and ballet techniques.
- Utilized different styles of teaching to accommodate students of all capabilities.
- Offered one-on-one instruction to students by appointment.
- Planned routines for recitals and performances.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Vallejo City Unified School District
08.2014 - 06.2015
- Substituted for K-12 classes in all subjects.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Touro University California
Vallejo, CA07.2019
Single Subject Teaching Credential - Physical Education
Touro University California
Vallejo, CA08.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Dance
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA05.2014
Associate of Arts - Social Sciences
Las Positas College
Livermore, CA05.2012
High School Diploma -
Dublin High School
Dublin, CA06.2006
Skills
- Group and individual instruction
- Differentiated instruction
- Progress monitoring and goal attainment
- Class Management
- Student Engagement
- Showcase Coordination
- Dance Program Development
- Budget Oversight
- Relationship and Community Building
Certification
- Career Technical Education Credential in Arts, Media and Entertainment as well as Education, Child Development and Family Services from Yolo Solano County of Education.
- NASM Certified Personal Trainer
- SugarFoot Therapy Certification
- CPR and AED certified
Timeline
Dance Choreographer
Farnsworth Dance Academy
08.2019 - 03.2020
Dance and Yoga Teacher
Benicia High School
08.2016 - 06.2024
Physical Education Teacher
West Contra Costa School District
08.2015 - 06.2016
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Vallejo City Unified School District
08.2014 - 06.2015
Ballet Teacher
Tutu School
07.2014 - 07.2015
Master of Arts - Education
Touro University California
Single Subject Teaching Credential - Physical Education
Touro University California
Bachelor of Arts - Dance
San Francisco State University
Associate of Arts - Social Sciences
Las Positas College
High School Diploma -
Dublin High School
- Career Technical Education Credential in Arts, Media and Entertainment as well as Education, Child Development and Family Services from Yolo Solano County of Education.
- NASM Certified Personal Trainer
- SugarFoot Therapy Certification
- CPR and AED certified
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