Shashank Dahatonde
Mumbai
Summary
Ambitious, trained and certified dance teacher/instructor and dance curriculum developer by AP Teacher Training Institute, Canada. Having rich experience in teaching, training dance, organizing competations and Events at State & National level. Seasoned Dance Instructor offers top talents in student assessment, interpretive movement and rehearsal direction. Creative and encouraging individual with 12 years of experience instructing students on various dance techniques through interaction and demonstration. Commended for high level of endurance and patient, calm demeanor.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Dance Teacher/Instructor
VIBGYOR HIGH
Airoli , Navi Mumbai
01.2019 - Current
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans for dance classes.
- Organized and managed rehearsals to ensure adequate preparation for performances.
- Instructed students in proper technique, terminology and performance of various styles of dance such as Hiphop, Contemporary, House, BollyHop, Jazz, RocknRoll, Litefeet, Shuffle.
- Provided individual attention when needed to help students with specific skill development issues.
- Prepared detailed reports on each student's progress throughout the course term.
- Assessed student progress through observation and feedback during class sessions.
- Maintained equipment inventory including music systems, costumes, props and other items necessary for the class activities.
- Planned special events such as recitals or competitions featuring student performances.
- Encouraged students to take part in extracurricular activities related to dance such as festivals or workshops.
- Attended meetings with school administrators regarding curriculum planning and scheduling of classes.
- Organized trips for students who wanted to attend professional shows or participate in competitions outside the local area.
- Adapted teaching style for students of different ages and experience, ranging from beginner to advanced skill levels.
Dance Teacher/Instructor
St Pius X International School
Mulund , Mumbai
09.2020 - 04.2022
- Conducting Online Dance lectures
- Preparing Curriculum planner & attendance records
- Judging Online dance events & competitions
- Conducting individual dance assessments.
- Prepared detailed reports on each student's progress throughout the course term.
- Maintained effective working relationships with staff members, students and parents.
Dance Teacher/Instructor
Shashank Dance Academy
Bhandup , Mumbai
02.2016 - Current
- Conducting Zumba Sessions for adults
- Conducting Dance classes for kids, teens & adults
- Successfully organized Zumba event for PINKATHON (Bhandup Unit) on the occasion of their 75th nonstop week
- Successfully organised ZEAL - 2018 (Annual Show).
- Planned special events such as recitals or competitions featuring student performances.
- Encouraged students to take part in extracurricular activities related to dance such as festivals or workshops.
- Evaluated current trends in the field of dance instruction in order to make recommendations for program improvements.
- Assisted with marketing efforts by preparing promotional materials highlighting the advantages of taking a dance class at our studio.
- Adapted teaching style for students of different ages and experience, ranging from beginner to advanced skill levels.
- Selected age-appropriate music and maintained up-to-date knowledge of students' favorite music to incorporate into lessons.
- Instructed groups of individual and coupled dancers in different dance styles.
- Interacted effectively by email, phone and in person with students, parents and staff members.
- Planned classes focusing on instruction, demonstration and work time.
Dance Teacher/Instructor
G.S. Shetty International School
Mumbai
06.2017 - 06.2018
- Conducted dance sessions for Preprimary, Primary & Secondary section
- Making Dance lesson plans
- Conducted dance club for all age group
- Successfully conducted Zumba sessions for teachers on weekends
- Organized Annual show 2017 - 2018 on the following themes: 1
- Preprimary - Story Thumbelina, 2
- Primary & Secondary - Travel ship (Sailing different countries) International dance styles
- Introduced Umang 2018 an Intraschool Dance fest for all age groups
- Was a part of art & craft committee for Science and Math exhibition
- Choreographed live musical dance at the Annual Sports meet.
Dance Teacher/Instructor
Nitin Dance Troupe & Freelance
Mumbai
01.2011 - 01.2016
- Conducting Zumba Sessions for adults
- Conducting Dance classes for kids, teens & adults
- Judging Dance events & competitions
- Maintain Records of Admission and fees.
Education
M.COM -
Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)
Delhi12-2024
Internationally Certified Dance Diploma -
APTTI (Canada)
01.2020
Certified and Licensed Zumba Instructor for Kids and Kids Junior -
(USA)
01.2019
Certified and Licensed Zumba Instructor for B1 and B2 Level -
(USA)
01.2018
B.COM
St Xavier's College
Mumbai06-2015
Skills
- Dance Program Development
- Step dancing instructions
- Creating Choreography
- Class Management
- Student Motivation
- Performance Assessments
- Performance Coordination
- Costume Selection and Design
- Event Planning
- Lesson preparation
- Student assessment
- Technique improvement
- Competition Preparation
- Lesson Planning
- Flexibility techniques
- Mentoring
- Strength development
- Safety awareness
- Group and individual instruction
- Proficient in all Dance Styles except Classical
- Proficient in Sound Editing, Video Editing and Photo Editing
- Advance Computer and IT Knowledge with Excel and Tally ERP 9
Accomplishments
- Won National level Interschool competition - EXTRAVAGENZA 2019 with Vibgyor High Kids (Airoli Unit).
- Qualified for District level Dance competition with St. Pius X High School.
- Received 2nd Prize in State Level Competition with St Xavier's College, Mumbai.
- Achieved Many Prizes in Intra and Inter-College Events & Fashion Show.
Locations
B/704, 7th Floor, Minerva Heights, Opp Man-mandir society, Nahur Gaon, Mulund West, Mumbai, 400080, India
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 12/14/92
- Nationality: Indian - Roman Catholic
- Marital Status: Married
Languages
- ENGLISH
- HINDI
- MARATHI
References
- MS. SUPRITI KATKAR, Principal Rainbow International School, 8779494606
- MS. REKHA PANCHAL, Teacher & Event Organizer JB Khot School, 8976084844
- DR. ARVIND DHOND, Professor & Event Organizer at St. Xavier's College Mumbai, 9892596707
- MS. DELPHI DSOUZA, Curriculum Developer at Podar Education Network, 9867857148
Languages
English
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Marathi
Advanced (C1)
C1
Hindi
Advanced (C1)
C1
Timeline
Dance Teacher/Instructor
St Pius X International School
09.2020 - 04.2022
Dance Teacher/Instructor
VIBGYOR HIGH
01.2019 - Current
Dance Teacher/Instructor
G.S. Shetty International School
06.2017 - 06.2018
Dance Teacher/Instructor
Shashank Dance Academy
02.2016 - Current
Dance Teacher/Instructor
Nitin Dance Troupe & Freelance
01.2011 - 01.2016
M.COM -
Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)
Internationally Certified Dance Diploma -
APTTI (Canada)
Certified and Licensed Zumba Instructor for Kids and Kids Junior -
(USA)
Certified and Licensed Zumba Instructor for B1 and B2 Level -
(USA)
B.COM
St Xavier's College
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