Makayla Mathews
Santa Clara
Summary
I graduated from Snow Canyon High School in 2025, where I was on the soccer team for 2 years, and the drill team for 4 years. I served as the drill team captain my junior and senior year. While in high school I received my Associates of Arts from Utah Tech University through concurrent enrollment. I am currently attending Brigham Young University and studying exercise science.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Dance Instructor
Westside Studio of Performing Arts
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Served as a substitute dance instructor for students ages 3–12, adapting my teaching style to meet a wide range of developmental levels.
- Taught toddler classes by introducing foundational movement techniques and designing age-appropriate activities to keep young students engaged and focused.
- Led multiple sessions of the studio’s summer dance camp for children ages 3–5, teaching themed dance lessons, and supervising breaks.
- Instructed older students in various genres, including tap, musical theater, and lyrical, while ensuring a positive and supportive learning environment.
Dance Instructor
Dance for Lisa Sisters
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Led pop-up dance classes are open to dancers of all skill levels, with a primary focus on high school students.
- Prepared dancers for the drill team by teaching technique-based skills such as turns, leaps, and foundational conditioning.
- Created a structured and supportive learning environment that promoted skill development and confidence.
Sales Representative
ZAGG
08.2023 - 07.2024
- Delivered excellent customer service by identifying customer needs, and providing tailored product recommendations.
- Maintained a positive and professional demeanor while resolving customer concerns and addressing issues promptly.
- Adapted quickly to a wide range of sales scenarios, and consistently supported a customer-first culture, ensuring a welcoming shopping experience.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Brigham Young University
Provo, UT05-2029
High School Diploma -
Snow Canyon High School
Santa Clara, UT05-2025
Associate of Arts -
Utah Tech University
St. George, UT04-2025
Skills
- Leadership
- Communication
- Organization
- Class management
- Student engagement
- Curriculum development
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Dance Instructor
Westside Studio of Performing Arts
06.2025 - 08.2025
Dance Instructor
Dance for Lisa Sisters
06.2025 - 07.2025
Sales Representative
ZAGG
08.2023 - 07.2024
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Brigham Young University
High School Diploma -
Snow Canyon High School
Associate of Arts -
Utah Tech University