Mikayla Benson
Student
New York,NY
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Violin Teacher
Private Studio
New York, United States
09.2017 - Current
- Referenced teacher-developed curriculum and cover song arrangements to teach private and semi-private violin lessons.
- Collaborated with instructors and taught classes at the Elisabeth Morrow School, JCC Thurnauer School of Music, and the Horace Mann School.
- Utilizing the Suzuki Method for beginning violinists.
- Established and maintained standards of student behavior to promote orderly and productive practice during classes at music festivals and during preparation for private ensemble performances.
Camp Counselor
Elisabeth Morrow School
Englewood, United States
08.2016 - Current
- Worked with children of varying ages as an assistant violin teacher and group leader.
President of the Theatre and Dance Company
Horace Mann School
New York, NY
09.2019 - 06.2021
- Initiated the theater companies student-run performances including student-choreographed dance concerts and student-written plays.
- Coordinated activities within the company as well as promoting the company's theatrical season; including social media promotions and in-school benefit concerts and events.
Student Ambassador
Horace Mann School
New York, United States
09.2018 - 06.2021
- Engaged with prospective students and families by giving tours and talk-back sessions. In addition, interacted with students on visiting days, answering questions and providing insight and information regarding the High School experience. Selected to be a Senior Representative as well.
- Mentored younger students who went on to become Student Ambassadors.
Editor-in-Chief
The Manntra Magazine
New York, United States
09.2018 - 06.2021
- Initiated and created the first wellness magazine at the Horace Mann School, overseeing young writers and photographers when creating each issue.
- Supported and encouraged editorial creativity, leading to the magazine's continuation after graduating.
Fund Raiser
Summer On The Hill
New York, United States
09.2017 - 06.2021
- Planned and performed in benefit concerts to raise money for Summer On The Hill's initiatives within the Bronx community; particularly regarding the education of young students.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English
Barnard College
New York, NY05.2025
High School Diploma -
Horace Mann School
New York, New York2021
Skills
- Teaching Experience
- Social Media Manager
- Photoshop and Indesign Training
- Editing Skills
- Subject Research
- Library Organization
- Course Material Preparation
- Performance Charisma
Languages
Latin
Timeline
President of the Theatre and Dance Company
Horace Mann School
09.2019 - 06.2021
Student Ambassador
Horace Mann School
09.2018 - 06.2021
Editor-in-Chief
The Manntra Magazine
09.2018 - 06.2021
Violin Teacher
Private Studio
09.2017 - Current
Fund Raiser
Summer On The Hill
09.2017 - 06.2021
Camp Counselor
Elisabeth Morrow School
08.2016 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - English
Barnard College
High School Diploma -
Horace Mann School
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