1. TAMARA BURDENY
tamara_burdeny@hotmail.com
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Enthusiastic certified dance teacher focused on implementing daily curriculum that will spark
imagination, build self- esteem and help children discover belief in themselves. With a talent
for fostering a cohesive student learning atmosphere for 6+ years, as well as facilitating
group activities to promote physical well-being with youth aged 6-15, I am eagerly searching
to further my experience working with children by applying my Bachelor Of Psychology
degree towards a positive role in community and social services.
SKILL HIGHLIGHTS
o Organizational planning
o Active listening skills
o Positive atmosphere promotion
o Dependable
o Teamwork oriented
o Experience working with
special needs students
o Energetic personality
o Compassionate
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
09/2010 to Current Dance Instructor
Defy Gravity Dance Company – Richmond, BC
 Created daily lesson plans for activities that developed children's physical, emotional,
social and creative growth
 Placed emphasis on teamwork and positivity within the environment for children to
feel safe and welcome
 Collaborated with children to create award- winning choreography at select dance
competitions
 Attended a certification workshop centered on learning goals, classroom
management, student motivation and engaging learning activities

2.  Provided support to children with low self-esteem, and implemented belief in their
efforts
EDUCATION
2016 Bachelor of Arts: Psychology
Kwantlen Polytechnic University – Richmond, BC, Canada
COMMUNITY SERVICE
Volunteer, 'baby ballet' dance class, PUR Movement Fitness Studio, 2016
Volunteer, Judging all- star and high school cheerleading competitions, 2012-2013
Volunteer, Defy Gravity Dance Company, 2007-2009