MaryMackenzie Rawls
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Self motivated and ambitious yoga instructor in the midst of a 300 HR certification. Upon completion will be a 500 Hr certified instructor with experience in vinyasa, Chromatic Level 1, and hatha disciplines. With over 8 years yoga and 15+ years dance instructor experience, she is highly effective at developing strong relationships with students through a hands-on approach. Caring and hardworking team leader with unsurpassed work ethic and dedication, as well as advanced skills in conflict-management and communication.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Yoga Instructor
Artful Souls and Wellness
Brooklyn, NY
03.2024 - Current
- Discussed diverse yoga disciplines and specific poses with students.
- Collaborated with local businesses to expand our reach in our neighborhood offering affordable ways for community members to get involved. (eg: Domino Park Sunrise class)
- Enhanced operational performance by developing effective business strategies, systems and procedures.
Yoga Instructor
DAYA YOGA
Brooklyn, NY
02.2023 - Current
- Cultivated and maintained strong member relationships by providing individualized service.
- Delivered knowledgeable instruction in vinyasa and dynamic flow averaging 6 classes per week.
SUP Yoga Instructor, Level 2 ACA Kayak Guide
MANHATTAN KAYAK CO
New York, NY
01.2020 - Current
- Escorted individuals and groups on cruises, sightseeing tours and through points of interest.
- Created inviting fitness spaces that welcomed and included people with diverse backgrounds, abilities and orientations.
Crew Member
TRADER JOES
Brooklyn, NY
11.2019 - Current
- Stocked shelves and cases with new or transferred items.
- Explained current promotional information and items to patrons.
- Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume work shifts and fast-paced operations.
- Used pallet jacks to move items to and from warehouse locations.
- Trader Joe's (OSHA approved) electric pallet jack certified
Dancer, Teaching Artist, Social Media
Bowen Mccauley Dance
Silver Spring, MD
01.2017 - 08.2019
- Trained, exercised and attended dance classes to maintain high levels of technical proficiency, physical stamina and physical fitness.
- Learned choreography quickly and adapted to changes in choreography seamlessly by maintaining physical and mental flexibility.
- Accommodated students by using different teaching styles, encouraging each to learn at appropriate pace.
Yoga Instructor
Prana Yoga Studio
Annapolis, MD
01.2017 - 08.2019
- Prepared for classes in advance, selected and queued music beforehand and began and ended classes on time for maximum benefit to attendees.
- Educated students about proper form to maintain safety and maximize benefits of different positions.
SUPYoga Instructor, Lead Youth Counselor
CAPITAL SUP
Annapolis, MD
01.2015 - 08.2019
- Maintained strong proficiency in CPR, First Aid and rescue techniques to provide optimal support to individuals in distress.
- Interacted with yogi's and paddlers throughout the camp or class with educational discussion of community, wellness, culture and local water history.
Dance Department
Elizabeth Seton High School
Bladensburg, MD
08.2014 - 06.2017
- Assessed dancer strengths and developed choreography to highlight talent.
- Fostered safe, inclusive environment for dancers to build skills and express creativity.
- Developed a brand new dance department and curriculum which underwent and was approved by Middle States Commission of Higher Education
Education
Bachelor Fine Arts -
Boston Conservatory
01.2014
Skills
- Dynamic communicator
- Pose Modifications
- Class design
- Relationships and rapport
- Teaching Forms and Techniques
- Safety awareness
Certification
- Chromatic Level 1 300 Hour YTT, Matt Giordano (expected completion Jan 2025)
- HATHA RAJA YOGA 200 Hour, YYT, Gabrielle Sulk
- Level 2 ACA Kayak Certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Yoga Instructor
Artful Souls and Wellness
03.2024 - Current
Yoga Instructor
DAYA YOGA
02.2023 - Current
SUP Yoga Instructor, Level 2 ACA Kayak Guide
MANHATTAN KAYAK CO
01.2020 - Current
Crew Member
TRADER JOES
11.2019 - Current
Dancer, Teaching Artist, Social Media
Bowen Mccauley Dance
01.2017 - 08.2019
Yoga Instructor
Prana Yoga Studio
01.2017 - 08.2019
SUPYoga Instructor, Lead Youth Counselor
CAPITAL SUP
01.2015 - 08.2019
Dance Department
Elizabeth Seton High School
08.2014 - 06.2017
Bachelor Fine Arts -
Boston Conservatory