Kyralee Matthewson
MELBOURNE,VIC
Summary
Passionate dance educator with extensive experience teaching dancers of all ages, skilled in crafting age-appropriate lesson plans and refining classical ballet technique. Focuses on fostering students' love for dance while enhancing their confidence and artistry. Proven ability to connect with students and families, ensuring a supportive learning environment.
Overview
6
6
years of post-secondary education
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Dance Teacher
Academy of Dance Epping
Epping, VIC
02.2022 - Current
- Facilitated ballet training sessions aimed at enhancing students' dance abilities., pre pointe, jazz, lyrical, contemporary, competition troupes, solos and duos, and kinder dance classes at Academy of Dance Epping to dancers aged 3-18+.
- Developed lesson plans tailored to age-based classes and studio programs, ensuring alignment with students' developmental needs.
- Taught RAD Syllabus from Grades 1 through to Intermediate Foundation.
- Created end of year ballet productions such as Alice in Wonderland, Nutcracker and Snow White.
- Refined artistry and technique while deepening students' theoretical knowledge and passion for dance.
Dance Teacher
Boyd Dance Academy
Rowville, VIC
02.2025 - Current
- Taught ballet, jazz, pointe and repertoire at Boyd Dance Academy to dancers aged 6-18+.
- Planned lesson plans for studio programs and age appropriate classes.
- Taught RAD Syllabus Grade 2, Intermediate Foundation, Intermediate and Advanced Foundation.
- Refined artistry, improved technique, increased knowledge and theory understanding and developed their passion for dance.
Dance Teacher
Victorian State Youth Ballet
Bundoora , VIC
07.2024 - Current
- Assisted teaching classes and repertoire to the Victorian State Youth Ballet rehearsals.
- Helped build youth ballet productions including Snow Queen, Alice in Wonderland and Nutcracker.
- Refined artistry and developed dancers' technique, fostering a deeper passion for classical ballet performances.
Education
Certificate IV In Dance Teaching And Management - Dance Teaching And Management
Transit Dance
01.2024 - 01.2026
Diploma Of Dance - Elite Performance - Victorian State Ballet Pre Professional Program
Victorian State Ballet
02.2019 - 12.2022
Skills
- Strong classical ballet knowledge
- Experience in teaching RAD Syllabus for 3 years
- Confident troupe and solo competition choreographer
- Age appropriate lesson planning
- Effective classroom management
- Comfortable teaching dancers of all ages and abilities
- Focuses on developing a strong passion for dance, whilst also improving technique, increases understanding and builds students confidence
- Strong organisational skills
- Continuous professional development
- Current WWCC
- First Aid and CPR Certified
- Connects with students and families in a professional and supportive manner
Corps De Ballet at Victorian State Ballet
- Currently employed as a professional dancer with the Victorian State Ballet, a Melbourne based company that tours all across Australia and internationally in 2027.
- Trains in daily Vagavona style ballet classes and 3+ hours of rehearsals for upcoming performances.
- Experienced in learning choreography extremely quickly and from videos, strong understanding of pointe work, repertoire and pas de deux, and brings experience in a professional industry to inspire and motivate students.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Dance Teacher
Boyd Dance Academy
02.2025 - Current
Dance Teacher
Victorian State Youth Ballet
07.2024 - Current
Certificate IV In Dance Teaching And Management - Dance Teaching And Management
Transit Dance
01.2024 - 01.2026
Dance Teacher
Academy of Dance Epping
02.2022 - Current
Diploma Of Dance - Elite Performance - Victorian State Ballet Pre Professional Program
Victorian State Ballet
02.2019 - 12.2022