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Lauren Handsaker

Cameron Park,NSW

Summary

I am a self-employed hairdresser and have a home-based salon in Cameron Park. Prior to working from home I co-owned a salon for 12 years. I have always had a love of dancing and teaching and have danced all my life, I have recently started teaching dance at a local dance school. I have always had a passion for teaching children and am excited to finish my Bachelor of Education.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Dance Teacher

Australian Dance And Talent Centre
01.2020 - Current
  • Planned routines for recitals and performances.
  • Taught and explained choreography by breaking down steps and demonstrating moves.
  • Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline.
  • Planned, prepared, and delivered lesson plans introducing students to dance techniques and ballet positions.
  • Teach Children Ballet and Tap exam syllabus and put them through their exam.

Freelance Hairdresser

Hair By Lauren
01.2008 - Current
  • Built strong and lasting rapport with clients through consistent delivery of requested services and exceptional results.
  • Answered phone calls and emails to schedule client appointments.
  • Developed loyal following of clients by providing high-quality services.
  • Maintained regular client list and successfully handled walk-in customers.
  • Self-employed
  • Tax and all accounting operations

Education

Bachelor of Education - Education

Swinburne University of Tech
Melbourne, VIC
01.2026

Certificate IV in Training And Assessment - Adult Education

WEA Hunter
Newcastle, NSW
01.2016

Certificate IV in Performing Arts - Performing Arts

Brent Street
Sydney, NSW
12.2001

Year 11 - School

Newcastle High School
Hamilton, NSW
11.2000

Skills

  • Classroom Rules Implementation
  • Student and Parent Relations
  • Specification Preparation
  • Strength Development
  • Technique instruction
  • Communication
  • Patience
  • Adaptability
  • Motivate students and help them develop self-confidence

Timeline

Dance Teacher

Australian Dance And Talent Centre
01.2020 - Current

Freelance Hairdresser

Hair By Lauren
01.2008 - Current

Bachelor of Education - Education

Swinburne University of Tech

Certificate IV in Training And Assessment - Adult Education

WEA Hunter

Certificate IV in Performing Arts - Performing Arts

Brent Street

Year 11 - School

Newcastle High School
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