Overview
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Jennifer Haider

Saint Paul

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Key Holder

Lands' End
Woodbury
06.2024 - Current
  • Monitored cash register operations to ensure accurate transaction processing.
  • Implemented loss prevention strategies, safeguarding store assets and inventory.
  • Engaged customers to identify needs and deliver personalized assistance.
  • Trained new staff on store policies and customer service protocols.
  • Managed key holder responsibilities, including store opening, closing, and alarm settings.
  • Supervised bank deposits and security procedures during store transitions.
  • Maintained visual merchandising standards while replenishing merchandise displays as needed.

Dance Adjudicator

Impact Dance Adjudicators (IDA)
08.2023 - Current
  • Evaluated dance performances across various styles and skill levels.
  • Provided constructive feedback to dancers and choreographers after showcases.
  • Participated in workshops organized by professional associations related to dance adjudication.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations applicable at all events where adjudicating was taking place.
  • Reviewed and evaluated performances of dancers according to established criteria.

Guest Choreographer

Several Community Theatres and Schools
06.2017 - Current
  • Collaborated with directors to develop creative choreography for community theatre productions.
  • Facilitated workshops to teach choreography techniques and performance skills to students.
  • Auditioned and selected dancers for performances, ensuring talent alignment with production needs.
  • Coordinated rehearsals, managing schedules and logistics for all participants involved.
  • Mentored aspiring choreographers, providing guidance on artistic vision and execution.
  • Adapted choreography based on feedback from directors and performers during rehearsals.
  • Provided feedback to dancers during rehearsals to ensure quality results.
  • Instructed cast members on proper technique, placement, timing, and execution of movements.

Dance Studio Owner

Self-employeed
West Saint Paul
09.1994 - 06.2024
  • Managed daily studio operations, including scheduling classes and maintaining facilities.
  • Coordinated performances and recitals, ensuring smooth execution of events.
  • Developed engaging dance curricula for various age groups and skill levels.
  • Led marketing efforts to promote dance programs and increase enrollment.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with students and parents to foster a supportive environment.
  • Implemented financial management practices to oversee budgeting and expenses.
  • Worked with children of different ages and molded teaching methods to align with age and skill level.
  • Created choreography for performances and special events.
  • Maintained accurate financial records including accounts receivable and payable, payroll and budgeting.
  • Oversaw the maintenance of studio equipment including sound systems, lighting fixtures, floors and mirrors.
  • Ordered supplies such as costumes, shoes, makeup and other items needed for performance preparation.
  • Monitored attendance records, class sizes and student progress.
  • Negotiated rates with vendors providing services related to the studio's operations.
  • Scheduled rehearsals, performances and competitions.
  • Reviewed financial statements and sales or activity reports to measure productivity or goal achievement.
  • Appraised inventory levels on frequent basis, ordering new merchandise to keep quantities well-stocked.

Judge Director

Dance Xtreme
Anoka
01.2011 - 06.2022
  • Evaluated dance performances across various styles and skill levels.
  • Provided constructive feedback to dancers and instructors for improvement.
  • Collaborated with fellow judges to ensure fair scoring and consistency.
  • Communicated effectively with participants about competition rules and expectations.
  • Assisted in organizing dance events, ensuring smooth execution of schedules.

Behavior Specialist

TSE Inc.
St. Paul, MN
09.1994 - 10.1995
  • Developed individualized behavior intervention plans for clients based on assessments.
  • Collaborated with families to provide support and resources for behavior management.
  • Trained staff on behavior management techniques and intervention strategies.
  • Conducted observations to identify behavioral patterns and triggers in clients.
  • Implemented data collection methods to track client progress and behaviors.
  • Assisted in crisis management by employing de-escalation techniques effectively.
  • Maintained accurate records of assessments, observations, interventions, and other activities related to each student's behavioral plan.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

College of St. Benedict
St. Joesph, MN
05-1994

High School Diploma -

Cretin-Derham Hall
St. Paul, MN
05-1990

Skills

  • Effective communication
  • Team building
  • Creative collaboration
  • Financial management
  • Event coordination
  • Transaction processing
  • Cash handling
  • Problem solving
  • Constructive feedback

Accomplishments

  • Professional of the Year, July 1996. TSE, Inc.
  • Broadway World Award for Best Dance Ensemble, Dec, 2024
  • Best Dance Studio, 1998 and 1999

Timeline

Key Holder

Lands' End
06.2024 - Current

Dance Adjudicator

Impact Dance Adjudicators (IDA)
08.2023 - Current

Guest Choreographer

Several Community Theatres and Schools
06.2017 - Current

Judge Director

Dance Xtreme
01.2011 - 06.2022

Dance Studio Owner

Self-employeed
09.1994 - 06.2024

Behavior Specialist

TSE Inc.
09.1994 - 10.1995

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

College of St. Benedict

High School Diploma -

Cretin-Derham Hall
Jennifer Haider