PEDAGOGICAL APPROACH:          (Teaching Competencies - bottom of page)

           

I’m fortunate to have taught in numerous environments for diverse groups of students. My teaching journey began in dance studios, moved to K-12, and then shifted to the collegiate setting. My winding journey has been a process of growth and development that has influenced my pedagogical approach and teaching philosophy.

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I strongly believe every individual should have their personal uniqueness encouraged, stimulated, and celebrated. I strive to support individual students’ needs and always keep in mind that everyone learns differently. My learner-centered teaching philosophy and pedagogical approach require adaptability and versatility to benefit my students fully.  

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            My teaching is diverse, interdisciplinary, and collaborative. By providing a versatile and engaging education, I aim to inspire and challenge my students to surpass their expectations and goals by continually expanding their knowledge and abilities. I assist my students in unearthing and expanding their individual creative interests by welcoming their assistance and involvement in their own education. By encouraging and welcoming student agency and autonomy in my classes, I empower my students to become pivotal players in their educational and creative journeys.

While teaching, I am simultaneously learning; teachers teach students, and students teach teachers. Through exploration, research, and discussion, I strive to cultivate a thought-provoking learning environment to encourage this mutual exchange of knowledge.

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My success as a teacher is not only based on my students’ abilities as proficient movers but also on their capacity for and commitment to being tolerant, honest, confident, open-minded, and resilient human beings. Through honesty, communication, and a sense of humor, I practice what I preach to provide a positive role model for my students.

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              TEACHING COMPETENCIES:

             (k-12, studio & collegiate)

- Irish

- Tap

-Jazz

- Musical Theatre

- Modern

- Contemporary

- Ballet

- various theory courses (collegiate) 

- Voice & Movement for the Stage

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         **Acting and Vocal coaching**

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