1. AMANDA DUNSDON
532 E Main Street, Bound Brook, NJ 08805 / 443-878-4175 / akdunsdon@gmail.com
Summary
A driven, organized and dependable professional who has experience working with children of various
ages in performing and daycare service. Vast experience working with students on productions that
require training of several fields in a short amount of time. Values hard work, preciseness, and provides
a promising outcome of the task at hand. A dedicated performer that understands the importance of
bringing a team together and conquering multiple requirements and goals. Thrives in creativity and
ensuring the confidence and progression of those learning. Kind, loyal, and has a deeper understanding
of the profession from working as a choreographer, director, crew and performer.
Education
Fairleigh Dickinson University- Madison, NJ-
Bachelor’s Degree of Fine Arts- Musical Theater and Dance
-Member of the Honor roll and Dean’s List with a 3.5 GPA
-Studied abroad at Wroxton College, England- Fall 2014
Experience
Teaching Assistant September 2016-PresentSomerset
YMCA- Bernardsville, NJ
Employed a variety of materials for children to explore and manipulate in learning activities and
imaginative play. Carefully monitored children's play activities. Incorporated music and art activities to
encourage creativity and expression. Created and implemented a developmentally appropriate
curriculum.
Performing Arts Coordinator May 2016- Present
Somerset YMCA- Bernardsville, NJ
Coordinated groups of children of various ages to performing a show in front of an audience.
Choreographed each (4) show. Established a safe play environment for the children. Worked closely
with other camp staff to organize a scenery and wardrobe for each child for a full production.
Dance Teacher September 2016- Present
Rockstar! Studios- Middlesex, NJ
Private dance coach to prepare student for college auditions. Marketing assistant in local towns
Assistant Dance Teacher January 2015-May 2016
Madison YMCA- Madison, NJ
Managed large groups of students of varying ages while achieving the goals of the performance.
Choreographed and taught dances to several classes of students which were later performed at a recital.
Under my instructions, the students gained confidence and stage presence. Constructed scenes, dances,
and songs into a play, which was then performed in front of an audience.
Sales Associate June 2013-July 2014
Express- Columbia, MD
Met incoming customers and provided immediate assistance. Listened to customer needs and
preferences to provide accurate advice. Completed purchases with cash, credit and debit payment
methods.

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Skills
 Excellent classroom management
 Effectively work with parents
 Motivating students to work together to achieve one collective goal
 Experience working special needs students
 Creative
 Team player
 Classroom management
 Enthusiastic summer camp counselor
 Collaborative