Khajya Thomas
[Link]@[Link] Cell: 1-312-405-7302 9851 S. Oakley, Chicago, IL, 60643
Trained dancer proficient in classical ballet and modern. Passionate and motivated
with a drive for excellence and storytelling through motion. Diversified and openminded.
EDUCATION
High School Diploma
Present - 2012
ChiArts - Chicago, IL
Studied dance for four years with a minor in spanish language. Continued studies
aforementioned that began prior to secondary school.
CMDC: Dance
Present - 2005
Studied classical ballet with Homer Bryant and Maan Nabong, Horton Technique
with William Gill, Giordano Technique with Craig Kaufman, and Contemporary
with Nina-Rose Wardanian
OTHER EXPERIENCES
Dance Summer Intensive
Nutmeg Conservatory - Torrington, CT
2015-2014
Studied with Victoria Mazzarelli, Kirk Peterson, Tim Melady, and Eleanor
DAntuono for a month.
Computer Education
ChiArts High School - Chicago, IL
2015-2014
Extensive experience in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.
Dance Injury and Prevention
ChiArts High School - Chicago, IL
2014-2013
Studied the bones and muscles as they pertain to a dancers body. Learned about
injuries and proper care.
ACTIVITIES
National Honors Society
ChiArts - Chicago, IL
Present-2015
Making executive decisions for the better of the school, speaking directly to
teachers and administration
Steering Committee
ChiArts - Chicago, IL
Present-2015
Sending messages from students to teachers about suggestions for a better
academic/socio-academic environment. Coordinating assemblies and
refurbishing older rules and regulations to fit shifts in students and school life.
Grand Prix
Dominican University - River Forest, IL
2014-2013
Learned one classical variation from La Bayadere, and two contemporary pieces
by Nina-Rose Wardanian
EXPERIENCE
Assistant Teacher
Homer Hans Bryant - Chicago, IL
2014-2012
Demonstrated ballet combinations in order to personify the steps the teacher
gave the students in recreational ballet classes, challenging the mind and body to
work in synchronicity
Ballet Teacher
Homer Hans Bryant - Chicago, IL
Teach students new to dance
Train, exercise, and attend dance classes to maintain high levels of technical
Present-2014
proficiency, ability, and physical fitness
Observing other ballet teachers and using their techniques as inspiration for
teaching methods
Choreographed ballet piece for end of the year showcase
Collaborate with teachers in order to refine or modify dance steps
Rehearsal Director
ChiArts - Chicago, IL
2015-2014
Positioned to reset and refurbish choreography with new dancers while the
choreographer was absent
SKILLS
Active Listening
Critical Thinking
Monitoring
Coordination
Active Learning
Judgment and Decision Making
Negotiation
Writing
Persuasion
Singing
Instructing
Fine Arts
Foreign Language (Spanish)
Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURE
CPR certification
AVAILABILITY
Weekdays after 5:00pm
References available upon request.