JocelynTheDancer

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Greenbelt, Maryland, United States

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I am an advocator for the ARTS! My choreographic work has been presented across renowned stages, including the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts (DC), Atlas Performing Arts Center (DC), SUNY Purchase College (NY), and the Jack Guidone Theatre (DC) where I produced and choreographed UP! Dance Project. I also created works for Georgetown University’s Dance Company, Hershey Park, and the International Association of Blacks in Dance Conference. As a performer, I appeared in The Chocolate Nutcracker at the Lincoln Theatre (DC); All Shook Up, Annie, South Pacific, and Peter Pan (Dance Captain) at Jenny Wiley Theatre (KY); The Christmas Spectacular (OH); FAME at Surflight Theatre (NJ); Chicago at Media Theatre (PA); Hairspray aboard Royal Caribbean’s Oasis of the Seas (the first cruise show featured on the Tony Awards); Guys and Dolls at Olney Theatre Center (MD); The Wiz and Guys and Dolls (Dance Captain) at Ford’s Theatre (DC).

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Ready Set Dance! 10 Dance and Movement Based Activities for All Ages

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JocelynTheDancer

*Created by a professional dancer and educator* Download and/or Print! Ready Set Dance — your go-to solution for easy, joyful, movement-based learning. Ready Set Dance takes the pressure off by giving you simple, ready-to-use activities that get kids moving, thinking, and expressing themselves — no dance background required. Perfect for classrooms, homeschool, or dance themed events. This digital activity guide works for all ages and all abilities. Inside, you’ll find 10 thoughtfully designed mo

PreK - 2nd

Dance, Physical Education, Social Emotional Learning

Dance Coloring Sheets, Many Styles!

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JocelynTheDancer

DIGITAL DOWNLOAD 32 Images! Dance In Color: A Coloring Book for Movers is a simple, joyful way to keep a child happily engaged — without screens, complicated setup, or extra prep from you. This coloring book gives kids an enriching, ready-to-go activity they can enjoy independently or with friends and family. Each page features diverse, inclusive dancers and movement-inspired scenes that people of any age can color and connect with. From the energy of Hip Hop to the rhythm of Tap, the style of

PreK - 6th

Coloring Pages, Dance, Visual Arts

How Feelings Move Ebook (PDF)

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JocelynTheDancer

Discover how emotions come to life in How Feelings Move, a joyful rhyming book for children ages 0-9. Through playful verses and vibrant illustrations, young readers learn how feelings don't just live inside us - they make our bodies move! From standing tall when we're proud to jumping high when we're excited, this book helps children notice the special ways their emotions show up in movement and expression. Filled with diverse, expressive characters and eye-catching artwork, How Feelings Mov

PreK - 3rd

Dance, School Counseling, Social Emotional Learning

Kid Friendly Wall Calendar Printable

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JocelynTheDancer

Make learning the days of the week and dates fun, simple, and hands-on with this kid-friendly fillable monthly calendar! Designed especially for preschoolers, Pre-K, kindergarten learners, homeschool families, teachers, and parents, this easy-to-read calendar helps little learners build confidence with daily routines, number recognition, and time concepts. With large day labels, spacious writing boxes, and a flexible “start any month” design, this printable calendar is perfect for classrooms, mo

PreK - 3rd

Balanced Literacy, Social Emotional Learning, Telling Time

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Experience

Teaching style

A lifelong learner and passionate advocate for the arts, I am committed to inspiring people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds to explore, trust, and elevate their artistic voices.

Awards & shining teacher moments

I am also an award-winning children’s book author, using storytelling to educate and promote a global appreciation for the art of movement. My children’s books, Jocelyn Learns to Dance and How Feelings Move, have earned two Prince George’s Arts and Humanities Council Grants, the Firebird Book Award, the Golden Wizard Book Prize, and an honorable mention at the Paris Book Festival. My books have been translated into French and Spanish, and have reached audiences in Jamaica, Rwanda and France.

My own education history

I have an MFA in Dance from the Conservatory of Dance at SUNY Purchase College and a BFA in Dance and Marketing from Temple University. Additional dance training includes programs at The Philadelphia Dance Company (Danco2 Apprentice Company), Ballet Theatre of Maryland, Mark Morris Dance Group, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, and Danza Contemporánea de Cuba. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of learning from and collaborating with esteemed artists such as Hinton Battle, recording artist Tamia, and Kazuko Hirabayashi.