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Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
Age: 2-99
Speaks English
Teaching since 2011
BFA Dance Performance

    About Leila M.

    5.0
    (3)
    I'm a NY-based performer, choreographer, and educator. In 2018 I graduated with a BFA in Dance Performance from George Mason University. As a teacher, I work with diverse populations and cater each program to fit the needs of my students. I have taught in public and private schools throughout Tennessee, Maryland, Virginia, and New York. I also teach in special needs and in professional coaching. I am also a competition judge and am well-versed in all facets of the field. In addition to teaching and performing, I am a choreographic recipient of the Young Alumni Commissioning Project. In all realms of work, I focus on bringing out the best in you and meeting your goals. I am just as comfortable teaching pre-professionals as I am beginners who might be dipping their toes in for the first time. Let's dance!

    Instructor details

    Location:
    Teaches Online
    Teaches Online

    Teaching Hours

    Monday
    11 AM-5 PM
    Tuesday
    6 AM-6:30 AM
    7:30 AM-5 PM
    Wednesday
    6:30 AM-5 PM
    Thursday
    6 AM-5 PM
    Friday
    6:30 AM-5 PM
    Saturday
    6 AM-9 AM
    1 PM-5 PM
    Sunday
    6 AM-5 PM
    Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
    Pricing
    30 minutes
    $50
    45 minutes
    $75
    60 minutes
    $100
    90 minutes
    $134
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    5.0
    3 Reviews
    Kayla
    Teacher's studio
    Working with Leila is a supportive and inspiring experience ! Her expertise in the history of dance provides excellent context for modern technique. You’re guaranteed a great time in Leila’s class.
    Posted May 18, 2020
    Matthew E
    Teacher's studio
    Awesome teacher who is extremely engaging, creative, and great with kids!!!
    Posted May 14, 2020
    Anna
    Online
    Leila is an incredibly gifted instructor. She is thoughtful, kind, and her classes are always a lot of fun. Definitely take a class with her!
    Posted May 13, 2020

    Experience

    Dance Writer

    May, 2020 - Present

    ThinkingDance

    Dance writer for online publication.

    Dance Judge

    Feb, 2020 - Present

    On Point National Dance Competitiion

    Judge for national competition.

    Dance Teacher, Choreographer, Performer, Writer

    Jan, 2020 - Present

    Self-Employed

    Teach masterclasses, private sessions, and choreograph on a freelance basis. Accessible through website and thumbtack. Sell more than 100 teaching resources through TeachersPayTeachers under theDancingYogi.

    Dance Instructor

    Jan, 2020 - Present

    Private Studio

    Currently teach for ballet, modern, tap, and jazz at Lola Louis Performing Arts.

    Ballet Teacher

    Jan, 2020 - Present

    Private Studio

    Teach ballet and creative movement at Oriental Dance Inheritance Studio.

    Dance Specialist

    Sep, 2019 - Present

    Private Studio

    Teach ballet, creative movement, and Arabic dance.

    Dance Specialist

    Sep, 2019 - Present

    Private Studio

    Dance specialist for APEX for Youth.

    Dance Educator

    Sep, 2019 - Present

    Private Studio

    Dance educator through outreach program.

    Instructor

    Sep, 2019 - Present

    Private Studio

    Teach dance and kindergym in daycares and special needs programs.

    Choreographer

    Aug, 2019 - Jan, 2020

    Star2B

    Choreographer for Star2B's production of "Frozen Jr."

    Performer and Teaching Artist

    Sep, 2018 - May, 2019

    ClancyWorks Dance Company

    Full-time performer, teacher, and collaborator with MD-based dance company.

    Substitute Teacher

    Sep, 2018 - Nov, 2018

    Ballet Petite

    Substitute for local ballet studio

    Dance Teacher

    Aug, 2018 - Jun, 2019

    Bethesda Conservatory

    Taught ballet, modern, and jazz at studio for children ages 2-13.

    Dance Critic

    Jun, 2018 - Jun, 2019

    Maryland Theatre Guide

    Reviewer of dance for Maryland Theatre Guide.

    Dance Specialist

    Jun, 2018 - Sep, 2018

    Sitar Arts Center

    Dance specialist at Takoma Park for Sitar Arts Center. Taught dance and creative writing.

    Dance Teacher

    Jun, 2018 - Sep, 2018

    Mercier School of Dance

    Teach dance and creative movement in schools as an independent contractor.

    Dance Substitute

    Jun, 2018 - Jul, 2018

    BalletNova

    Taught dance Improvisation as substitute at local studio.

    Dance Teacher

    Aug, 2017 - May, 2018

    District Music Academy

    Taught dance and yoga in retirement facilities, after school programs, Montessori Schools, and private lessons.

    Dancer

    Aug, 2017 - Present

    Several

    Dancer for Chikyu to the Moon, KYC Dance, among others. Previously danced for Terre Dance Collective and Silk Road Dance Company.

    Teaching Artist

    Jun, 2017 - Present

    Artists Striving to End Poverty

    Teach at the Refugee Youth Summer Academy with ASTEP and the International Rescue Committee. Work with ASTEP Onstage. Member of the Artists Striving to End Poverty Mutual Aid Network in response to Covid-19. Previously taught in Elaine, AR for Waves of Prayer. Featured as volunteer spotlighted artist.

    Dance Teacher

    Aug, 2015 - May, 2016

    Born2Dance

    Taught Ballet, Modern, and Jazz for a variety of ages and levels.

    Dance Teacher

    Jan, 2010 - Aug, 2018

    Dancer's Studio

    Taught Ballet, Modern, Jazz, Repertory, and Strengthening/Conditioning at Dancer's Studio. Continue to teach master classes at studio. Work with affiliate dance company, the Tennessee Children's Dance Ensemble.

    Education

    BFA Dance Performance

    Aug, 2014 - May, 2018

    George Mason University

    Certifications

    Laban Prerequisites

    Aug, 2015

    White Mountain Summer Dance Festival

    SIDS, AHT Brain Injuries, Foundations in Health and Safety, Infectious Control, Mandated Reporting

    Jan, 2020

    NYC DOE

    Motivational Interviewing, Restorative Practice, Advancing Youth Development, Project-Based Learning, STEAM

    Dec, 2019

    Maryland DOE

    CPR

    Jan, 2019

    American Red Cross

    SafeSpace

    Dec, 2018

    George Mason University

    Zumba

    Jan, 2017

    Zumba

    Awards

    Excellence in Dance Writing

    May, 2018

    George Mason University

    GMU Digital Content Fund Recipient

    May, 2020

    George Mason University

    Young Alumni Commissioning Project Grant

    Apr, 2020

    George Mason University

    NYC Mayoral Award for Service

    Jan, 2019

    Mayor Bill deBlasio

    Languages

    English

    Native Proficiency

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