Renee Sussman Resume

1. RENEE B. SUSSMAN
1354 Ackerson Blvd., Bay Shore, NY 11706
631-665-8444, 631-258-9321 (Cell), reneesussman74@gmail.com
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
I am a passionate educator that encourages students to strive for their best through commitment and
responsibility. I believe in educating the whole student through varied opportunities that are engaging
and innovative. I am committed to designing challenging lessons that explore creative decision-
making and communication.
CERTIFICATIONS
§ NEW YORK STATE K-12 PERMANENT CERTIFICATION IN DANCE EDUCATION
§ NEW YORK STATE K-12 PERMANENT CERTIFICATION IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION
§ NEW YORK STATE K-12 PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION IN HEALTH-PENDING 2022
EDUCATION
Advanced Certificate-Health Education January 2022-pending
Lehman College, CUNY Bronx, NY
M.A. - Dance and Dance Education 2001
Teachers College, Columbia University New York, NY
B.A. - DANCE/ WITH PSYCHOLOGY MINOR 1996
The George Washington University Washington, D.C.
Recipient of Presidential Performing Arts Scholarship in Dance
EXPERIENCE
DANCE EDUCATOR/ PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHER 2003 - CURRENT
St. John the Baptist Diocesan High School West Islip, NY
§ Created and developed dance program as a component of both Physical
Education and Performing Arts departments.
§ Created and developed a variety of course curriculums that include dance
technique, choreography, dance composition and dance history.
§ Instructed high school students, grades 9-12 on a daily basis in a variety of dance
and fitness techniques including Ballet, Modern, Contemporary, Jazz, Tap,
Choreography, Dance Composition, Zumba, Pilates, Barre and Yoga.
§ Designed lesson plans and graded students on their performance within
an academic setting in relation to NYS Standards.
§ Created and directed a large afterschool dance club as a supplement to dance
curriculums.
§ Created and directed an advanced student Performance company.
§ Directed and produced annual dance concerts.
§ Produced spring musicals.

2. DANCE EDUCATOR 2001 - 2003
Our Lady Of Mercy Academy Syosset, NY
§ Instructed freshmen in Ballet, Jazz, & Tap as component of
Physical Education curriculum
§ Instructed 10th-12th graders in Ballet, Modern, Jazz, Tap and Choreography as
a Fine Arts elective
§ Designed lesson plans and graded students on their performance within
an academic setting
§ Assisted with drama classes
§ Supervised student dance performances
DANCE PROGRAM COORDINATOR/ TEACHER 2000-2003
Great South Bay YMCA Bay Shore, NY
§ Developed class schedules and curriculums
§ Instructed classes in various dance techniques- Ages 3 through adult
§ Responsible for administrative duties of program
§ Designed and organized all aspects of year end recital
§ Coordinated Dance and Gymnastics Summer Camp
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR/ CHOREOGRAPHER 1998-2000
BroadHollow Kidz Theater Camp Bethpage, NY
§ Designed Musical Theater dance program
§ Assisted in organizing rehearsals and performances
§ Liaison between theater and school district staff
§ Communicated program information to parents
§ Choreographed summer camp recitals
§ Instructed campers in Musical Theater dance
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS AND AWARDS
§ National Dance Education Organization
§ New York State Dance Educators Association
§ Kappa Delta Pi-International Honor Society in Education
§ Excellence in Education Award-St. John the Baptist DHS- 2009
§ Del Kieffner Award-Performing Arts Educators- 2014
SKILLS
§ Strong organizational and communication skills
§ Team player
§ Knowledge of technical theater including: stage managing and lighting
§ Strong knowledge of Google Education Suite including: Drive, Docs, and Slides
§ Knowledge of Wave Pad Music Editor