MERCY TULLIS-BUKHARI
New Rochelle,USA
Summary
Passionate about encouraging yogis to treat the mat as their playground. Strive to create an environment where individuals can comfortably challenge themselves in their poses. Over fifteen years of dedicated practice, bringing extensive experience to every yoga session. Well-versed in modifications of poses at diverse levels, ensuring inclusivity and accessibility for all practitioners.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Yoga Instructor
Westchester Yoga Arts
- Planned and led yoga classes by selecting appropriate poses and sequences to meet abilities of individual students.
- Offered one-on-one or small-group instruction for students needing additional attention and support.
- Maintained positive relationships with class members through personalized and knowledgeable service.
- Kept studio area safe, organized, and comfortable for students.
Yoga Instructor
Adlai E. Stevenson High School
- Educated clients on the benefits of a consistent yoga practice for stress reduction, improved flexibility, and overall mental clarity.
- Increased class attendance, promoting benefits of yoga through engaging social media content and community events.
- Implemented new and creative exercise routines to keep participants motivated.
Yoga Instructor
Elite Fitness
- Planned and led yoga classes by selecting appropriate poses and sequences to meet abilities of individual students.
- Educated clients on the benefits of a consistent yoga practice for stress reduction, improved flexibility, and overall mental clarity.
- Provided guidance and instruction on breathing techniques, meditation and other elements of yoga practice.
- Offered one-on-one or small-group instruction for students needing additional attention and support.
- Maintained positive relationships with class members through personalized and knowledgeable service.
- Explained different yoga styles and poses to students.
Yoga Instructor
Millennium Art Academy
- Led aerobics, yoga, core strength and kickboxing classes.
- Encouraged participants to stay motivated and reach fitness goals.
- Assisted individuals in setting achievable fitness goals, monitoring progress for success.
- Motivated participants through one-on-one instruction and positive feedback.
- Used music to motivate and energize classes.
- Adapted classes to meet needs of participants with varying fitness levels.
- Demonstrated proper form and technique to prevent injury.
Board Member
New Rochelle Council on the Arts
12.2024 - Current
SAT Critical Reading Test Development Committee Member
The College Board
02.2005 - 04.2008
- Company Overview: New York, NY
- ~Reviewed and helped revise SAT and PSAT items
- New York, NY
Board Member
Blind Beggar Press
01.2001 - 01.2007
- Company Overview: A Bronx Publishing Company
- A Bronx Publishing Company
Courses in Spanish Language and Culture
Universidad de Salamanca
06.1997 - 08.1997
- Company Overview: Salamanca, Spain
- Salamanca, Spain
- (I am also a native speaker of Spanish.)
Education
MFA - Creative Writing
The College of New Rochelle
New Rochelle, NY05.2018
MA - English Literature
Herbert H. Lehman College
Bronx, NY01.2005
BA - English and American Literature; English Education
New York University, College of Arts and Sciences
New York, NY05.1998
Skills
- Use of Free Weights
- Anatomy Awareness
- Modifications Based on Level
- Stretching
- Mindfulness meditation techniques
- Pose modifications
- Yoga style versatility
- Teaching forms and techniques
- Student assessment
- Relationship development
Certification
- RYT 200, Westchester Yoga Arts, 02/22
- New York State Permanent Teaching Certification, English 7-12, 06/06
- New York City Certification in English 7-12, Day High Schools, 05/05
Yogateachinghistory
- Westchester Yoga Arts
- Adlai E. Stevenson High School
- Elite Fitness
- Millennium Art Academy, 9th-11th grades
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Board Member
New Rochelle Council on the Arts
12.2024 - Current
SAT Critical Reading Test Development Committee Member
The College Board
02.2005 - 04.2008
Board Member
Blind Beggar Press
01.2001 - 01.2007
Courses in Spanish Language and Culture
Universidad de Salamanca
06.1997 - 08.1997
MA - English Literature
Herbert H. Lehman College
BA - English and American Literature; English Education
New York University, College of Arts and Sciences
- RYT 200, Westchester Yoga Arts, 02/22
- New York State Permanent Teaching Certification, English 7-12, 06/06
- New York City Certification in English 7-12, Day High Schools, 05/05
Yoga Instructor
Westchester Yoga Arts
Yoga Instructor
Adlai E. Stevenson High School
Yoga Instructor
Elite Fitness
Yoga Instructor
Millennium Art Academy
MFA - Creative Writing
The College of New Rochelle
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