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My name is Alondra Gallardo, 22 years old going into my senior year at CalArts in Valencia CA where I major in Dance. I love to express myself through movement and fashion, I dance year round while teaching my self run classes and selling clothing that I thrift and at times upcycle at my school and social media.
Dance Teaching Assistant at Forevermore Dance and Theater Arts (2015-01 – 2017-12)
Taught 2 to 8-year-old youth varying dance genres at the assistance of a lead instructor. Learning the basics of movement instruction and how to manage a class setting accordingly.
Barista/Assistant Manager at Whispers Cafe (2021-01 – 2021-12)
Work in food preparation and customer service for seasonal businesses. In charge of closing shifts and counting out, learning how to work with others effectively and in a friendly manner when interacting with customers.
Buyer/Cashier at Buffalo Exchange (2022-01 – 2023-12)
Buying and selling used clothing for a fashion resale retailer. Communicating with staff and customers about in style trends and marketable outfits to create outfits and find pieces that appease the eyes without breaking the bank.
Political Campaigner at Political Campaigner for Eileen Dordek State Representative (2022-01 – 2022-12)
Political internship campaigner for state representative for the state representative for the 13th district of Chicago. learning the foundations of a political campaign by attending council meetings. Even going door to door to inform voters, especially Spanish speakers about the campaign of and our progressive stance on issues like pro-abortion rights and gun violence prevention.
Child Care Internship at Little Angels Family Daycare (2022-01 – 2022-12)
Cared for and Taught children ages 1-4 dance movements through positive reinforcement.
Front Desk Administrator and Dance Instructor at Forevermore Dance and Theater Arts (2023-01 – 2024-12)
Interacting with parents and teaching students ages 1-17 in dance education; overseeing operations, including class registration and organization. Working at the front desk on the administrative side of a dance studio as well as the beginning of creating my dance lesson plans and choreography.
Peer Educator at Project S.A.F.E at City Colleges of Chicago (2022-01 – 2024-12)
Advocating for women's rights and gender-based violence prevention through the organization of tablining events, campus surveys, and group seminars, etc. Connecting with students face to face by providing resources to confidential support and external resources in times of crisis.
Dance Instructor/Choreographer at Relevé Performing Arts (2024-01 – Present)
In weekly classes and private lessons, teaching children and adults the joy of versatile movement, from the structure of Ballet to the rhythm of Tap, with detailed encouragement and care. Preparing students for dance competitions and performances with a hands-on curriculum that enriches confidence while instilling proper dance skills.
Dance Instructor/Choreographer at DLD Dance Center (2024-01 – 2025-12)
Teaching kids and adults in weekly classes and private lessons, as well as choreographing and organizing performances for students and families, creating dances in genres ranging from Contemporary to Hip-Hop and learning stylized movement through structured lesson plans with implementation of creative freedom and expression.
Lead dance Instructor/Choreographer at Level Up Dance Academy (2024-01 – Present)
Coaching a personalized ballet and hip-hop curriculum in weekly dance lessons and an after-school camp program, guiding children ages two and up with technique training and creating choreography for dance exams and family viewings. As well as promoting the classes to the community, from handing out flyers at a public event to taking phone calls from prospective families.
Middle School Diploma – Lane Tech College Prep Academic Center (2016-01 – 2018-12)
High School Diploma – Walter Payton College Prep (2018-01)
Community College Student – Wright College (2022-01 – 2024-12)
University Student in Dance Education – California Institute of the Arts (2025-01)
