1. Education
ACT Dallas, Certifications: EC-6 Generalist, P.E. EC-12, Dance 8-12 (2010-2011)
 Full Time Teaching Internship at White Rock North Elementary; RISD
Bachelors of Arts, Government and Politics (1999-2001)
 Choreographer/Dancer UTD Comets Dance Team;
Americorps National Service Project; CASA; Kappa Alpha Theta
Associates Degree (1997-1999)
 Kilgore Rangerette
Dance Education/Movement Experiences
World/Ballroom Dance - Pierre Dulaine -Dancing Classroomsof North Texas (2014-Current)
 Introduces students to social awareness, anti-bullying, multicultural
Curriculum integration and self-esteem strategies
 Merengue, Foxtrot, Rumba, Bachata, Cha Cha, Tango, Swing, Samba, Waltz,
Salsa, Country Western
Capoeria
 Techniques of martial art that encompasses music, dance, singing, (2014-Current)
Acrobatics, cooperative play, and art
Cultural Dance Studies (2013 - Current)
 Beginning Baile Folklorico, Introduction to African dance,
Beginning Bollywood
Contemporary/ Ballet Studies (1997-1999;2012-Current)
 UT Dallas, Kilgore College; All-Star Dance/Drill Team
Broadway Jazz/Tap Studies (1997 – 2000; 2012-Current)
 UT Dallas; Kilgore College; All Star Dance/Drill Team
Certified Zumba instructor (May 2012-Current)
Hip Hop Studies (1996-2000; Summer 2011-Current)
 United Dance ; UT Dallas; Kilgore College; All Star Dance/Drill Team;
Individual Professional development-TDEA, Dance Summit, NDEO
Yoga Instruction, Mid-Cities Yoga Center (Summer 2012-Current)
 Primary focus of participation is to obtain kinetic awareness and
injury prevention with proper breathing techniques that directly
apply to proper dance technique/alignment for optimum performance
Pilates Instruction, Park Cities Pilates/YMCA Dallas (Summer 2012-Current)
 Perform low impact movements that strengthen the core abdominal
muscles and provides neuromuscular training, weight distribution
and stability that aid in physical awareness
Floor Barre (Summer 2011; 2013-Current)
 Emphasis on anatomical principles of alignment and kinesthetic usage
Dance, Drill and Cheer (1996-2001)
 Kilgore Rangerette, America’s Best Dance and Cheer,
UTD Comets Dance Team
Amy Van Horn
6814 Southridge Dr., Dallas, Tx 75214
ahvanhorn@gmail.com
512-940-2666
EC-6 Generalist, 9-12 Dance, Zumba
EC-12 Physical Education

2. Teaching Appointments
Seagoville Middle School; Dallas, Tx. (August 2015- Current)
 Fine arts dance teacher, Royals dance company/drill team director/theater choreographer
Freelance Choreographer; Dallas ISD, Mesquite ISD; Captain Hopes Kids; Desoto, Tx (2014-Summer 2015)
 Taught and Choreographed elementary Cinco De Mayo, Winter showcase,
Spring Extravaganza, School Flash Mob
 Instructed and Choreographed “Annie Junior” Musical, Father/Daughter Spring
dance number, National dance week production number for ALL P.E. classes
Dancing Classrooms North Texas; Dallas ISD (2014-2015)
 Integrate Ballroom dance into P.E. curriculum, encouraging self-esteem
building, facilitating interactive social skills and promoting health implementing
the Montessori and Suzuki philosophies of learning
Balch Springs Middle School; Balch Springs, Texas (2012-2014)
 Fine Arts Dance Director; Rosette Dance Company/Drill Director/choreographer
 Health educator; Jag Fitness afterschool club/ Zumba instruction
 Directed Rosette Dance Company with community and school performances:
Dedication Ceremony, Winter Spectacular, Christmas parade(s), School/Community Flash Mobs,
Winter showcase, Spring Recitals, DISD dance festival, Multicultural Celebration,
Memorial Day, Football/Basketball/Pep rally performances
 Established Zumba afterschool program to increase physical fitness and health awareness
 Choreographed Theater and Choir performances; Organized community “performance camps”
 Collaborated with P.E. classes, core classes and other electives to help raise
standardized test scores via dance integration
 Effectively managed classroom, teach with current theories and best practices,
work with parents of diverse backgrounds to maintain open line of communication,
maximize the use of materials creatively
White Rock North School-Early Elementary Educator; Richardson ISD (2010-2011)
 Facilitated students with multiple modalities using age appropriate methods/school curriculum
 Differentiated and interactive learning and small group instruction, assisted with dance recitals
 Organized and managed daily course schedule of students, attendance and activities,
maintained books, instructional aides, and supplies and created weekly newsletters
and progress reports
 Administered standardized tests, developed weekly lesson plans and supplemental
materials and participated in professional development to improve instruction
Key Contributions:
 Implemented the 5-E model of instruction and use of multiple intelligences to foster
participation and create successful learning environments and implemented the ideas
of a “dancing classroom”, “character counts”
UT Dallas Dance Student Team Coach/Choreographer; UT Dallas (2000-2001)
 Orchestrated a student dance squad in production, choreography, instruction,
school/community performances
Kilgore Rangerette; Kilgore Junior College (1997-1999)
 Aligned principles, concepts and skills associated with multiple dance disciplines, acquired an
appreciation of our multicultural society, established cooperation, collaboration, and development
of critical thinking skills, designed well rounded instructional programs for Rangerette summer camps
ABDC Summer Camp Teaching Artist; Texas; Indiana (Summer 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000)
 Coordinated choreography and activities that stimulated and accommodated multiple age ranges
which focused on versatility, communication and further development of dance technique, skills
and performance
 Incorporated learning experiences and activities of students in Texas and Indiana with knowledge and skills in multiple
dance disciplines ,established open communication with faculty and parents and conducted awards and assessments
15+ years dance and drill team experience
 Performances include: NFL Indanapolis Colts pre-game show, Cotton Bowl, Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, Governor’s
Ball, Dallas Cowboys Half time shows, Dallas Mavericks Pre-Game