Tarnie Carrig
Wallsend,NSW
Summary
Passionate Dance Coach with background in creating and implementing comprehensive dance programs. Skilled at teaching diverse styles of dance, fostering positive learning environments, and assessing student progress. Experienced in choreographing routines for competitive events and showcases, bringing creativity and innovation to each performance. Proven ability to inspire students while maintaining high standards of discipline and technique.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
2008
2008
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head dance coach and choreographer
MCPD
cameron park , NSW
01.2010 - Current
- Developed customized dance programs for diverse skill levels and age groups.
- Instructed group and individual classes in various dance styles and techniques.
- Organized and led rehearsals for performances and competitions throughout the year.
- Assessed student progress and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Mentored junior coaches, sharing best practices in teaching and choreography.
- Implemented safety protocols during classes to ensure a secure training space.
- Instructed classes in a variety of styles, including jazz, hip hop, ballet, tap, contemporary and lyrical.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times during classes or rehearsals.
- Attended competitions as coach and choreographer for assigned teams.
- Provided feedback on technique and performance quality during rehearsals.
Team Korea choreography
Team korea
Korea , NSW
08.2025 - 09.2025
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Judging
Cheercon
Sydney
01.2015 - 08.2025
- Organized files, updated paperwork, entered data into computer system.
- The ability to give constructive feedback on high-quality performances.
- Maintaining a professional status while judging and being able to put my coaching aside.
- Keeping up with coaches and judging training to maintain the highest possible professional status in giving feedback.
Junior pom coach for team aus
ACU
cameron park
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Developed training programs for athletes to enhance performance and skills.
- Conducted assessments to identify individual strengths and areas for improvement.
- Maintained detailed records of team progress, attendance, and athlete development plans.
- Organized and implemented training sessions, drills and exercises to improve technique, agility and strength.
- Communicated effectively with parents, administrators, officials, media personnel and other coaches regarding team activities or concerns.
- Mentored team members in order to build confidence and foster a supportive environment.
- Manage schedules and organize meetings for executives
- The ability to be able to work with a state team and bring this team together within a 16week turn around.
Education
Hunter School of The Performing Arts
newcastle Skills
- Dance program development
- Choreography techniques
- Performance assessment
- Safety protocol implementation
- Team collaboration
- Event organization
- Communication management
- Constructive feedback delivery
- Mentorship facilitation
- Time management
- Choreography creation
- Strength training
- Class planning
- Costume design
- Audition preparation
- Flexibility development
Certification
- Cert IV in performing arts and a diploma in dance
Timeline
Team Korea choreography
Team korea
08.2025 - 09.2025
Junior pom coach for team aus
ACU
01.2024 - 04.2024
Judging
Cheercon
01.2015 - 08.2025
Head dance coach and choreographer
MCPD
01.2010 - Current
Hunter School of The Performing Arts