Alethea King- Price
Elementary & Secondary Education School Leader
Upper Marlboro
Summary
Upbeat teacher devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills. Manages family and teacher support. Diverse in creating engaging activities for student success. Makes school a place of joy!
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Physical Education Teacher/ Fine Arts Dance Lead
Friendship Public Charter Schools
8 2016 - Current
- Observed, coached and mentored department staff.
- Built smooth and productive working relations positively impacting department operations.
- Built collaborative team of adults dedicated to joint attainment of department goals.
- Planned and executed professional development sessions for department staff.
- Reinforced and maintained culture of high achievement by focusing on discipline as opportunity for learning, growth and community-building.
- Choreographed over 12 dance pieces seasonal each year.
- Held performance recitals throughout the year that conditioned scholars to work as performing artist.
- Provided panel discussion for peer to peer feedback.
- Created learning environment that encouraged fine arts appreciation.
- Engaged in corrective and disciplinary action when appropriate.
- Attended department meetings and collaborated with other fine arts teachers.
- Gathered display materials and distributed programs for shows and performances.
- Held afterschool meetings and rehearsals in preparation for shows.
- Identified students' creative needs and collaborated with other staff for fine arts development.
- Communicated with students and parents in person, via email and by phone to resolve issues and answer questions
- Planned, prepared and delivered lesson plans introducing students to dance techniques and ballet positions
- Assisted with coordination and administration of complete dance program
- Utilized different styles of teaching to accommodate students of all capabilities
- Organized special open houses to gain new clients
- Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline
Owner, Founder and Director
Jyla's Studio Of Dance
08.2008 - Current
- Has serviced over 85 dancers in DMV since 2012.
- 100% acceptance rate into performing arts schools (Duke Ellington School of the Arts, Suitland High Performing Arts, and Baltimore School for the Performing Arts).
- Performed in "Cherry Blossom Parade" in 2018.
- Recruited, hired and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
- Established organizational mission statement through extensive collaboration and review.
- Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns and transaction reports.
- Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
- Defined company roles and responsibilities to establish and enhance processes.
- Managed day-to-day business operations
Dance Teacher
Friendship Public Charter Schools, District Of Columbia
08.2007 - 06.2016
- Planned, prepared and delivered lesson plans introducing students to dance techniques and ballet positions.
- Assisted with coordination and administration of complete dance program.
- Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline.
- Developed and executed marketing plans to increase studio business.
- Planned routines for recitals and performances.
- Communicated with students and parents in person, via email and by phone to resolve issues and answer questions.
- Utilized different styles of teaching to accommodate students of all capabilities.
- Prepared classrooms for new student groups.
- Choreographed 7 dance numbers for school's year-end recital.
- Educated and taught Ballet, Jazz, Modern, Hip Hop, Contemporary and Tap dance classes for over 20 + students.
- Managed supply inventory and maintained facility equipment in good working order.
- Organized special open houses to gain new clients.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
Howard University
Washington, DC 09.2000 - 04.2004
Educational Leadership - Education Leadership
St. Thomas University
Miami Gardens, FL 01.2017 - 05.2019
Skills
Staff Management
Teamwork and Collaboration
Dependable and Responsible
MS Office
Critical Thinking
Self-Motivated
Multitasking Abilities
Financial administration
Mentoring program S.K.I.R.T.S
S.K.I.R.T.S is a community service, female mentoring program that fosters to young ladies in elementary/secondary schools on how to be confident, respect others, academic growth, self pride, and self advocacy. This is a annual program in which scholars start as caterpillar, and transitions into beautiful butterflies by the end of the year in a commemorative celebration.
Timeline
Educational Leadership - Education Leadership
St. Thomas University
01.2017 - 05.2019
Owner, Founder and Director
Jyla's Studio Of Dance
08.2008 - Current
Dance Teacher
Friendship Public Charter Schools, District Of Columbia
08.2007 - 06.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
Howard University
09.2000 - 04.2004
Physical Education Teacher/ Fine Arts Dance Lead
Friendship Public Charter Schools
8 2016 - Current
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