Meet Our Exceptional Dance Instructors

Michele Smith is a cultured entertainer as the daughter of our founder, Miss Jeanette and owner, director, and manager here at Jeanette's School of Dance. She started her study of dance at the age of 3 at the studio and has been teaching dance for over 30 years. She earned her Bachelor's of Science degree in dance and dance education at Towson University, as well as k-12 teaching certification from the State of Maryland, and is a member of Dance Masters of America.

Madison, a dedicated dancer at Jeanette's School of Dance since the age of seven, has achieved remarkable success in competitive dancing, earning numerous awards, scholarships, and special invitations. With several years of experience as an instructor and now in her fourth year as our Director of Competition, Madison brings versatility and a passion for growth to her classes, continually seeking ways to enhance her teaching while pursuing her cosmetology license.

Kierstyn is the creator of JSD's elite hip-hop dance team, Kierstyn's squad, assistant Director for Competition, and a longtime member of the Jeanette's School of Dance Family. Starting at the age of 3, she has gained experience in Tap, Jazz, Contemporary, hip-hop, and zumba. Kierstyn brings passion, energy, and endless laughter to the studio, her devotion to dance inspires her students to be confident and to reach their full potential.

Dani has been a part of the Jeanette's School of Dance family since she was 3, where she was trained in ballet, pointe, tap, jazz, lyrical, contemporary, and hip-hop. While studying at Texas State University, Dani taught at multiple different studios and had the privilege of teaching alongside celebrity dance instructors. After finishing her bachelor's degree and with over a decade of instructing experience, Dani is excited to share her love of dance with her students.

 Julia has been dancing ever since she was 2 years old. She grew up in Pennsylvania and trained in ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, hip hop, musical theater, modern, pointe, and contemporary. She began competing at the age of 7 and won numerous performance, technique, and overall high score awards throughout her 10+ years of competing. She began teaching and choreographing at the age 15 and never looked back. A recent graduate of Johns Hopkins University, she captained, choreographed, performed, and competed as a member of Jaywalk Dance Team for her 4 years of college. She is excited to bring her passion for dance and teaching to Jeanette’s School of Dance! 

Kaitlyn, a passionate dancer pursuing her BFA in Dance Performance and Choreography at Towson University, excels in various dance styles including ballet, pointe, lyrical, contemporary, jazz, and tap. In the summer of 2023, Kaitlyn was a Resident Advisor for the Teen Summer Intensive at Hubbard Street Dance Chicago. With her achievements in competitions and scholarships, Kaitlyn brings her expertise and love for dance as a certified barre workout instructor, professional polynesian dancer, and dedicated instructor at Jeanette's School of Dance.

Jennie began dancing at Jeanette's School of Dance when she was 2 years old and she has been teaching tap, ballet, jazz, and lyrical for over 18 years. When she isn't at the studio she is running her small business, making and selling her crafts. Her creativity and organization skills shine in her highly structured and fun classes that are enjoyed by dancers of all ages.

 Emma has been dancing for twenty years, her training including ballet, jazz, lyrical, contemporary, modern and hip-hop. She was a leader and member of Fordham University’s ballet company, as well as being a part of the University’s Poms and Hip Hop groups.