Hello
I’m Emma B. Perez
1130 Lyndhurst Way Roswell, GA 30075
(256) 468-9165
emmabperez@gmail.com
Professional Summary
With a background in various industries including education, theatrical production, and owning my own small business, the commonality is helping others find joy in their lives.
Experience
2018 - PRESENT
Zen Friends Youth Yoga, Roswell, GA - Owner and Instructor
Zen Friends uses the techniques of “Kidding Around Yoga tm.” Kidding Around Yoga is a style of Yoga that encompasses the 5 branches of Yoga in a clear engaging method. My Zen Friends class is a mobile studio servicing the north Atlanta Metro area.
2018 - PRESENT
Fulton County Teaching Museum, Roswell, GA - Instructor & Docent
The museum offers participatory educational programs and exhibits for primary and secondary school children in the Fulton County School System as well as students from other schools. As an instructor and docent I lead hands on activities for students of various grade levels.
2016 - PRESENT
EmmaBPerez.com, Roswell, GA - Education Transformation Advocate
This blog and book are treatises of the experiences, research, and the vision I have for our education system. True education transformation is not just a reworking within our system but a reimagining of the system all together.
2014 - PRESENT
Chez Perez, Roswell, GA - Maternal Operations Manager (MOM)
Creator and sustainer of life. Coordinate education curriculum of children (books, flashcards, Sesame Street) Oversee emotional development (cuddle, praise, and kiss boo boos) Support gross and fine motor skills (helped roll over, crawl, walk, and hold crayons).
2013 - 2016
Rally Cap Consulting, Georgia - High School Ambassador
This Public speaking role helped tens of thousands of students across the Atlanta Metro area determine a career and education path for their individual interests and talents. As the only Georgia employee for the company I maintained the region fostering positive relationships with client schools and teachers.
2012 - 2013
Full Sail University, Winter Park, FL - Admissions
Provided instruction and consultation to prospective students and their families helping them to feel comfortable and most importantly excited about the journey ahead. Hosted industry professionals from around the world. Maintained a library of information.
2011 - 2013
Orlando Wedding Dances, Orlando, FL - Owner and Instructor
Choreographed and instructed first dances for couples getting married, ensuring that they felt comfortable on the dance floor as they took their first steps as a married couple. As the only dance instructor in the area focusing solely on weddings I managed all aspects of the business including client acquisition, social media, and marketing.
2011
Arthur Murray Dance Studios , Orlando, FL - New Student Specialist
Responsible for instruction, sales, public relations, and event planning. My specialty was with individuals completely new to dancing. My goal was to make sure they felt comfortable and that their progress felt attainable.
2003-2010
Professional Entertainment at Various Theatrical Companies , USA - Singer, Dancer, Actor, Choreographer, Production
Blue Ridge Theater - Ferrum, VA - Company Member: performer, choreographer, set construction and demolition, props creation
Mad Cow Theater - Orlando, FL - Actor/Singer: “Company,” “Carmen”
DollyWood - Sevierville, TN - Singer/Dancer
Education
2006 - 2009
University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL - BFA Musical Theatre - Graduate
Academic Grant Recipient
2001 - 2002
University of Mississippi, Oxford. MS - BFA - Vocal Performance
Academic and Talent Scholarship Recipient
I’m Emma B. Perez
1130 Lyndhurst Way Roswell, GA 30075
(256) 468-9165
emmabperez@gmail.com
Professional Summary
With a background in various industries including education, theatrical production, and owning my own small business, the commonality is helping others find joy in their lives.
Experience
2018 - PRESENT
Zen Friends Youth Yoga, Roswell, GA - Owner and Instructor
Zen Friends uses the techniques of “Kidding Around Yoga tm.” Kidding Around Yoga is a style of Yoga that encompasses the 5 branches of Yoga in a clear engaging method. My Zen Friends class is a mobile studio servicing the north Atlanta Metro area.
2018 - PRESENT
Fulton County Teaching Museum, Roswell, GA - Instructor & Docent
The museum offers participatory educational programs and exhibits for primary and secondary school children in the Fulton County School System as well as students from other schools. As an instructor and docent I lead hands on activities for students of various grade levels.
2016 - PRESENT
EmmaBPerez.com, Roswell, GA - Education Transformation Advocate
This blog and book are treatises of the experiences, research, and the vision I have for our education system. True education transformation is not just a reworking within our system but a reimagining of the system all together.
2014 - PRESENT
Chez Perez, Roswell, GA - Maternal Operations Manager (MOM)
Creator and sustainer of life. Coordinate education curriculum of children (books, flashcards, Sesame Street) Oversee emotional development (cuddle, praise, and kiss boo boos) Support gross and fine motor skills (helped roll over, crawl, walk, and hold crayons).
2013 - 2016
Rally Cap Consulting, Georgia - High School Ambassador
This Public speaking role helped tens of thousands of students across the Atlanta Metro area determine a career and education path for their individual interests and talents. As the only Georgia employee for the company I maintained the region fostering positive relationships with client schools and teachers.
2012 - 2013
Full Sail University, Winter Park, FL - Admissions
Provided instruction and consultation to prospective students and their families helping them to feel comfortable and most importantly excited about the journey ahead. Hosted industry professionals from around the world. Maintained a library of information.
2011 - 2013
Orlando Wedding Dances, Orlando, FL - Owner and Instructor
Choreographed and instructed first dances for couples getting married, ensuring that they felt comfortable on the dance floor as they took their first steps as a married couple. As the only dance instructor in the area focusing solely on weddings I managed all aspects of the business including client acquisition, social media, and marketing.
2011
Arthur Murray Dance Studios , Orlando, FL - New Student Specialist
Responsible for instruction, sales, public relations, and event planning. My specialty was with individuals completely new to dancing. My goal was to make sure they felt comfortable and that their progress felt attainable.
2003-2010
Professional Entertainment at Various Theatrical Companies , USA - Singer, Dancer, Actor, Choreographer, Production
Blue Ridge Theater - Ferrum, VA - Company Member: performer, choreographer, set construction and demolition, props creation
Mad Cow Theater - Orlando, FL - Actor/Singer: “Company,” “Carmen”
DollyWood - Sevierville, TN - Singer/Dancer
Education
2006 - 2009
University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL - BFA Musical Theatre - Graduate
Academic Grant Recipient
2001 - 2002
University of Mississippi, Oxford. MS - BFA - Vocal Performance
Academic and Talent Scholarship Recipient