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Chelsy Scherba

Chelsy Scherba

Beg. Ballet, Mommy and Me, and Creative Movement Instructor

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Book reviewer with Reader Views and OnlineBookClub

  • Education

    • Home Schooled

      1992 - 2005

      Cultivated my love of language and literature by constantly reading, writing, and exploring my creativity.

    • University of Missouri-Kansas City

      2011 - 2015
      Bachelor’s Degree English Language and Literature, German Minor Honors Scholar, Departmental Honors, Summa Cum Laude

      Activities and Societies: Alpha Lambda Delta Honors Society, UMKC Honors Student, UMKC Honors Scholar, Historian of the Undergraduate English Council from Fall 2011-Spring 2013, Read an essay for The Graduate and Undergraduate English Symposium Spring 2012, German Discussion Group Leader from Fall 2013-Fall 2015. Critical thinking skills, essay writing, drafting, editing, proofreading, analysis, attention to detail, multi-tasking, creative language skills, collaboration skills, written and oral communication.

    • Johnson County Community College

      2013 - 2016
      Continuing Education Japanese Language A

      Activities and Societies: Public Speaking, History, Japanese and Ballet, Modern, and Jazz. Earned a certificate in Internet Marketing from Johnson County Community College. Learned how to use Social Media, Web Analytics, Email, SEO, and YouTube for business and marketing efforts (Expected December 2016)

  • Experience

    • Spring Hill Arts Center

      Jun 2007 - Mar 2009
      Beg. Ballet, Mommy and Me, and Creative Movement Instructor

      Designed, organized and taught dance classes weekly. Inspired children ages 2-7 to learn elementary ballet steps and vocabulary. Also substituted for other teachers teaching older children and adults more advanced classes, and collaborated with colleagues to put on and choreograph recital pieces. Participated in promotional performances at local libraries and assisted in community outreach and enrichment. Passed on my love of dance to my community and students of all ages.

    • Eccentrique Backbone Dance Theatre

      Sept 2007 - Feb 2009
      Teaching Assistant

      Demonstrated exercises and choreography for young children to follow and assisted Lead instructor with class control. Provided support during dance performance recitals and actively promoted classes and the business during open house events through engaging and speaking to potential customers.

    • UMKC Honors Program Discussion Group Leader

      Sept 2013 - Dec 2015
      German Discussion Group Leader

      Lead a weekly discussion group to practice language skills and activities with fellow students and German language enthusiasts in the community. Personalized the focus of language topics on the needs and desires of the student. Also offored prior experience and advice on exam topics, giving students confidence and the ability to achieve desired grades.

    • UMKC/Kauffman Tutoring

      Sept 2013 - May 2014
      English Tutor

      Aided high school students from the Kauffman Charter school with their English homework. Mentored and encouraged students' success through motivating techniques, patience, and caring assistance. Students gained confidence and improved academic performance.

    • N/A

      Sept 2014 - Dec 2015
      Freelance Ballet Tutor

      Tutored adult beginners to improve their existing knowledge of basic ballet steps, retention of French terminology, and proper technique during weekly one hour sessions.

    • OnlineBookClub.org

      Sept 2015 - now
      Book Reviewer

      I draft original reviews of books published by independent authors, adhering to the guidelines and submission requirements posted on the Online Book Club website. I keep track of errors, editing mistakes, and provide helpful criticism and feedback for budding authors, as well as help them identify their potential audience.

    • Creators Media, Inc.

      Feb 2016 - Mar 2016
      Creator

      Participated in Movie Pilot U Six Week Program for content writers; applied feedback from a mentor to four entertainment centered news posts a week and learned practical online writing skills (SEO) centered around Movie Pilot/ Creators.co formatting and style guides.

    • Expertise.com

      Jul 2016 - Aug 2016
      Freelance Copywriter

      Researched company websites and wrote brief, thorough descriptions and service summaries about various businesses. Followed a detailed style-guide and implemented a clear, precise and creative voice to create engaging copy for the Expertise.com website.Gained valuable experience with copywriting, and learned how to successfully complete tasks as requested by a virtual content management team.

    • Chengdu Elite Information Technology Co., Ltd.

      Jun 2017 - Aug 2022
      Freelance Translator

      Translated into English, edited and proofread complex documents for a professional translation company, operating under tight turn-around deadlines.Gained valuable experience with time management, translation experience, and localization of foreign documents into clear, understandable English.

    • Reader Views

      Feb 2021 - now
      Book Reviewer

      I cooperate with the team at Reader Views to identify books of interest and provide detailed, honest written reviews of the author’s content within the allotted time frames. I provide encouraging feedback and aid in online promotion for independent authors.

    • Groovecm

      Mar 2021 - Aug 2022
      Independent Affiliate

    • CRESCENDO CONSERVATORY, LLC

      Aug 2022 - now
      Front Desk Receptionist

  • Licenses & Certifications

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Chelsy Scherba
      Grade of Distinction Shaw Academy License CPD Certified May 2016 Earned a diploma in Foundation in Blogging & Content Marketing from Shaw Academy; learned the importance of SEO, Content Marketing, Branding, and Elementary Blogging skills, and graduated with the highest score of Distinction (April 2016)
    • Awarded to Chelsy Scherba
      English Departmental Honors University of Missouri-Kansas City Dec 2015 Received recognition from the English department for outstanding record of academic achievements.
    • Awarded to Chelsy Scherba
      Honors Scholar UMKC Honors College Dec 2015 Presented an original, 30 page Senior Honors Thesis in English to professors and Honors Students that was constructed under the guidance of an associate professor.
    • Awarded to Chelsy Scherba
      Summa Cum Laude University of Missouri-Kansas City Dec 2015 Earned a B.A. in English Language and Literature from University of Missouri-Kansas City and minored in German Language.
    • Awarded to Chelsy Scherba
      Dean's List Award for Half-time Enrolled Students Johnson County Community College May 2014 Received recognition from JCCC for achieving a high GPA while enrolled half-time.
    • Awarded to Chelsy Scherba
      UMKC Departmental Award for Outstanding Achievement in German 341 Foreign Language Department Apr 2014 Nominated by Dr. Larson Powell of the UMKC German Language Department. Attended a complimentary luncheon and received a certificate of recognition for outstanding achievement.
    • Awarded to Chelsy Scherba
      UMKC Departmental Award for Outstanding Achievement in German Language - Apr 2013 Nominated by Dr. Larson Powell, and Dr. Julia Stock of the UMKC German Language Department. Attended a complimentary luncheon and received a certificate of recognition for outstanding achievement.
    • Awarded to Chelsy Scherba
      Alpha Lambda Delta Freshman Honors Society University of Missouri Kansas City Mar 2012 Received an invitation to join Alpha Lambda Delta Freshman Honors Society. Attended a presentation and received Honors chords and a UMKC Roo pin.
    • Awarded to Chelsy Scherba
      Top Ten Finalist of Global Cash Card's "LOST: How Will it End?" Contest Global Cash Card Feb 2010 Wrote and edited a creative script spoofing the end of ABC's LOST. Was selected by Jay and Jack and judges chosen by Global Cash Card to become a top ten finalist and received a commemorative four-toed statue from artist David Church and an invitation to Global Cash Card's Awards Party in Los Angeles.
    • Awarded to Chelsy Scherba
      Tennessee Governor's School for the Arts Dance Scholarship Tennessee Governor's School for the Arts Jul 2004 Auditioned for and received a full-paid scholarship to attend Tennessee Governor's School for the Arts Scholarship in dance. Lived on campus at Middle Tennessee State University for four weeks and attended daily classes in Ballet, Pointe, Modern, Jazz, Tai Chi, Character, and Choreography. Performed a recital showcase in every style of dance at the end of four weeks. Gained valuable technique enhancement, performance experience, and college level courses in dance. Also received exposure to Art,… Show more Auditioned for and received a full-paid scholarship to attend Tennessee Governor's School for the Arts Scholarship in dance. Lived on campus at Middle Tennessee State University for four weeks and attended daily classes in Ballet, Pointe, Modern, Jazz, Tai Chi, Character, and Choreography. Performed a recital showcase in every style of dance at the end of four weeks. Gained valuable technique enhancement, performance experience, and college level courses in dance. Also received exposure to Art, Music, and Theatre performances from fellow students and professionals. Show less
    • Awarded to Chelsy Scherba
      Most Improved Award Franklin School of Performing Arts Jun 2003 Received the recognition of Franklin School of Performing Arts faculty for improving technique. Received a full-paid two week Summer Dance camp award and daily classes in Modern, Ballet and Improv Composition.
    • Awarded to Chelsy Scherba
      Dean’s List University of Missouri-Kansas City Received December 2011, May 2012, September 2012, May 2013, December 2014, May 2015, December 2015.

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Easter Egg Hunt Set-up and Candy Provider

      Issued by Ronald McDonald House Charities on Apr 2013
      Ronald McDonald House CharitiesAssociated with Chelsy Scherba

    • Halloween Candy Giver

      Issued by Kauffman Charter School on Oct 2013
      Kauffman Charter SchoolAssociated with Chelsy Scherba

    • Food and Beverage Set-Up

      Issued by Kansas City Track Club's Annual Westport St. Patrick's Day Run on Mar 2014
      Kansas City Track Club's Annual Westport St. Patrick's Day RunAssociated with Chelsy Scherba

    • Math and English Tutor

      Issued by Blue Hills Youth Center on Feb 2015
      Blue Hills Youth CenterAssociated with Chelsy Scherba

    • Facilitator of Children's Creativity/Stories

      Issued by UMKC Story City Project on Feb 2015
      UMKC Story City ProjectAssociated with Chelsy Scherba

    • Student Teacher Assistant

      Issued by Franklin School of Perfoming Arts on Sept 2001
      Franklin School of Perfoming ArtsAssociated with Chelsy Scherba

    • Historian

      Issued by UMKC Undergraduate English Council on Sept 2011
      UMKC Undergraduate English CouncilAssociated with Chelsy Scherba