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Carley Mayes

Wadsworth,OH

Summary

Accomplished competitive dance performer for 15 years and a collegiate dancer for 2 years, as the communication captain on the team. Team player who wants what is best for everyone and leads to success. An enthusiastic dance instructor for 3 years who is passionate about inspiring people and teaching them new skills. Creates a positive learning environment and an organized culture of communication. Worked in a restaurant for 5 years and developed excellent public speaking skills and professional ways to handle problems. Trustworthy and hard working as well as dedicated to making learning environments a safe place. Loves working with people and will never quit when something becomes difficult. Steps up as a leader when there is conflict and stays patient and prepared. Strong communicator and action-taker.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Dance Instructor

Once Upon A Dream Dance And Cheer
08.2021 - Current
  • Planned routines for recitals and performances.
  • Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline.
  • Planned, prepared, and delivered lesson plans introducing students to dance techniques and positions.
  • Taught and explained choreography by breaking down steps and demonstrating moves.
  • Communicated with students and parents in person, via email, and by phone to resolve issues and answer questions.
  • Worked with kids from ages 3-16 in multiple genres of dance.

Restaurant Crew Member

Case Del Rio
05.2019 - Current
  • Provided excellent customer service by greeting customers and meeting quality expectations.
  • Worked well with co-workers and learned part of their culture when working with them. Also, maintained 5 consistent years working there and received raises.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete orders and helped train and instruct new hires.
  • Interacted with about 100 new customers daily when working as a hostess. I communicated with customers in a friendly manner and greeted them kindly as I brought them to their seats.
  • Worked front desk and operated cash register to ring up final bills and process various forms of payment.
  • Communicated over phone calls and took about 50 phone calls daily to take orders. Communicated with customers and took their orders and payments via phone.
  • Resolved customer complaints to patron satisfaction, resulting in repeat business. Helped explain menu options and memorized order numbers, prices, and alterations to orders in Spanish.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Pre-law

University of Akron
Akron, OH
05.2025

Skills

  • Group instruction and organization
  • Communication with many different age groups
  • Time management and professional planning
  • Inspiring people by supporting them in positive ways and teaching them
  • Patient and understanding
  • Leader to look up to and takes control in any situation

Accomplishments

Has been on the honor roll or dean's list every year of college.

Graduated high school with a 3.5 GPA and as a Varsity Cheerleader.

Participated in musicals and plays in high school.

Have won first-place trophies and metals at dance awards for solo and group competitions.

Earned 2 silver bids to Dance Nationals in college.

Is familiar with most social media platforms and can operate them easily.

Was in ROTC for one year of my college career.

Educational experiences

Babysat kids ages 3-7 and learned to take care of them, entertain them, and be responsible with them. Helped advance my adult skills and patience with kids of young ages.

Very familiar with social media: how to post, how to edit, how to advertise and campaign. 

Have spoken publicly at multiple school events and award ceremonies. 

Took American sign language 1-4 and is familiar with signs and deaf culture.

Timeline

Dance Instructor

Once Upon A Dream Dance And Cheer
08.2021 - Current

Restaurant Crew Member

Case Del Rio
05.2019 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Pre-law

University of Akron
Carley Mayes