Irene Li Pani

IL Irene LiPani Professional Summary Well-rounded, driven, accomplished individual with experience in numerous fields including: education, special education, performing arts, business, customer service and other service oriented industries. Offering more than 10 years in performing arts, 4 years in customer service, 4 years in business, 3 years in special education. Demonstrated success in each field by providing team leadership, development to foster growth and resolving conflicts. Extremely strong organizational and decision making skills. Work History Lakewood Board Of Education - Teacher Lakewood, N.J. - Alexander Avenue, Howell, NJ 07731 Skills ● Excellent verbal and written communication ● Client service ● Financial management ● Educational assistance ● Group and individual instruction ● Budgeting ● Data collection and analysis 09/2019 - Current ● Teaching and instruction ● Experience with Special Education ● Fostered team collaboration between students through group projects for dance. instruction ● Lesson plan implementation ● Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies. ● Conflict resolution techniques ● Staff management ● Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies. ● Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to facilitate and ● Negotiation ● Business development ● Business planning moderate classroom discussions and student centered learning. ● Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding. ● Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents ● ● ● ● to help students reach learning objectives in dance. ● Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work. ● Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals. ● Differentiated instruction ● Networked with other educators to promote awareness of advanced teaching practices and development of 21st Century skills. ● Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom to cater to all learner styles. ● Promoted physical, mental and social development by implementing classroom games and outdoor recreational activities. ● Developed and implemented lesson plans that addressed general students as well as those with individualized 504 plans as part of Business analysis Business administration Dance choreography Autism and spectrum disorders Education 2015 Georgian Court University Lakewood, NJ Bachelor of Arts: Psychology 2009 integrated classroom. ● Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities. ● Attended and facilitated IEP meetings for students and families. ● Devised and implemented strategies to create and maintain cohesive school community within virtual classroom setting. Irene's Dance Institute - Owner/Artistic Director Jackson, NJ 09/2017 - Current ● Taught numerous genres of dance including: ballet, pointe, jazz, contemporary, tap, hip hop for students of various age groups ranging from 3 years old to adults. ● Choreographed 40 dance numbers for school's year-end recital. ● Maintained thorough documentation for all classes, payments and appointments. ● Managed day-to-day business operations, including accounting, finance, HR, marketing and public relations. ● Communicated with students and parents in person, via email and by phone to resolve issues and answer questions. ● Developed professional relationships with different dance professionals, choreographers and performers by actively listening and effectively communicating. ● Established and maintained productive, professional working relationships. ● Developed marketing and sales strategies to maximize business success. ● Utilized different styles of teaching to accommodate students of all capabilities. ● Organized special open houses to gain new clients. ● Performed at collegiate level events as professional dancer. ● Planned, prepared and delivered lesson plans introducing students to dance techniques and ballet positions. ● Adhered to all studio guidelines and legal requirements. ● Participated in workshops to learn new skills and keep current on latest artistic techniques. ● Established and administered annual budget with effective controls to prevent overages, minimize burn rate and support sustainability objectives. ● Set and oversaw schedule production for season. ● ● ● ● Auditioned, selected and coached staff. Oversaw and directed sound equipment and lighting use on set. Created organization's program and selected seasonal show lineup. Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline. ● Coached individual students on by-appointment basis with personalized teaching and support. Lakewood Board Of Education - Dance Choreographer Howell High School Howell Township, NJ High School Diploma ● Accepted to and completed 4 years as a member of the selective performing arts program "Fine & Performing Arts Program" within Howell High School Lakewood, NJ 01/2015 - Current ● Choreographed performances for individuals and groups. ● Developed choreography for up to 30 dancers for multiple genres of performances. ● Developed new choreography for shows and organized rehearsals with team members. ● Led up to 30 students in differing age groups in learning various dance movements, steps and disciplines. ● Composed sequences of steps and moves for dancers. ● Discovered and utilized talents of team. ● Helped students work on facial expressions to match dance moves. ● Helped students understand rhythm, leaps, turns and posture. ● Performed proper maintenance of lighting equipment, ensuring safety and quality operations. ● Managed all stage lighting parts, tools and materials to maintain stage lighting for the performance. Lakewood Board Of Education - Paraprofessional Lakewood, NJ 09/2017 - 06/2019 ● Oversaw groups of up to 10 students at school and off-site locations, maintaining optimal safety and security. ● Encouraged dynamic and pleasant educational environment by promoting both gentle discipline and structured learning. ● Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency. ● Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance to support classroom instruction. ● Used behavior modeling and specialized teaching techniques to share and reinforce social skills. ● Documented behaviors, interventions and results. ● Took daily attendance, notifying administration immediately of any student absences. ● Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use. ● Provided diverse assistance to teachers, including clerical support, classroom management and document coordination. The Centre For Music, Theatre And Dance - Dance Teacher Jackson, NJ 09/2008 - 06/2017 ● Communicated with students and parents in person, via email and by phone to resolve issues and answer questions. ● Worked in team-based environment to uphold quality and continuity of service to all clients. ● Developed and executed marketing plans to increase studio business. ● Maintained thorough documentation for all classes, payments and appointments. ● Assisted with coordination and administration of complete dance program. ● Planned and oversaw group, couples and individual dance performances. ● Taught ballet, pointe, contemporary, jazz, tap, and hip hop classes for students varying in ages from 3 years old to adults. ● Planned, prepared and delivered lesson plans introducing students to dance techniques and ballet positions. ● Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline. ● Planned routines for recitals and performances. ● Adhered to all studio guidelines and legal requirements. ● Choreographed 20 dance numbers for school's year-end recital. ● Participated in workshops to learn new skills and keep current on latest artistic techniques. ● Utilized different styles of teaching to accommodate students of all capabilities. European Wax Center - Customer Service/Retail Sales Representative Howell, N.J. 03/2016 - 07/2016 ● Established fair pricing structures and finalized contracts to complete purchase agreements with customers. ● Prospected potential customers per week through direct sales and maintained solid conversion rate. ● Showcased product features to customers and discussed technical details to overcome objections and lock in sales. ● Followed up with customers after completed sales to assess satisfaction and resolve any technical or service concerns. ● Delivered superior customer service to retain existing customers and attract future customers. ● Handled customer inquiries and high volume calls to solve billing and ordering problems, independently resolving 100% of issues. ● Obtained referrals with existing clients to generate new business, boosting overall sales. ● Answered and directed calls to manage customer accounts, schedule reservations and respond to service queries. ● Exceeded established sales goals and increased client retention. ● Maintained routine communication with clients to assess overall satisfaction, resolve complaints and promote new offerings. ● Evaluated inventory and delivery needs, optimizing strategies to meet customer demands.