I loved working with a team and being able to take dance classes for free on the side to help balance my time working!
What I wish was different
Because of COVID, we were definitely restricted staff-wise, so I think that made the job more challenging.
Advice
I really learned the importance of taking care of yourself and recharging when not working. Technically, I was on-call for the ballet program 24 hours a day, for six weeks, which can get challenging mentally. Really valuing rest is so important to longevity on the job.
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Residenr Advisor
June - July 2018 • Carlisle, PA
What I liked
I liked working with all the kids and being a role model for them.
What I wish was different
I wish I got paid more. Even though I loved what I did, I felt that no one got paid enough for what they were doing.
Advice
Make sure you love working f with kids because you are VERY close to them all the time.
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Resident Assistant
June - August 2018 • Carlisle, PA
What I liked
I loved being able to make connections in the dance world, but most importantly I loved being able to invest into other young dancers lives beyond what could be learned in the studio.
What I wish was different
Advice
Don't go in with expectations because every kid is different, and so is every group of kids. Also recognize that these kids are more capable than we often give them credit for. So if you give them space to be awesome and rise to the occasion, they most likely will - and it might surprise you.
