Mikayla Hesdon
Oakland,PA
Summary
Very involved in my local community through service, dance, leadership, and videography. Genuine passion for building community and good team culture. Enjoys working with children and helping them be their authentic selves. Effective in organizing events and activities.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Camp Counselor
Ardsley Day Camp
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Worked with children ages 3-12.
- Organized fun activities for the children to do.
- Completed several clearances to ensure children's' safety throughout all activities including far walks, trips, pool days, outdoor recess, and baking.
- Developed strong relationships with other counselors and enjoyed collaborating with them on activities
- Supported campers in being true to themselves and helped them navigate conflict
Dance Team Captain
Spot On Dance Academy
08.2024 - 07.2025
- Led team to multiple award-winning performances through effective communication, motivation, and leadership skills.
- Helped younger dancers learn choreography, warmed them up at competitions, brought them on stage, and prepared them for award time.
- Created a family-like team culture.
- Led the team in pre-performance warm-ups, pep talks, and reviewed the dances with them.
Camp Counselor
Rooted Tree Productions
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
- Taught children dances and helped them with their theatrical responsibilities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Abington Senior High School
Abington, PABachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA12-2028
Skills
- Positive engagement
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Child supervision
- Attention to detail
- Creative and energetic
- Group leadership
- Creative mindset
Certification
- CPR Certified
- First-Aid Certified
- Child Abuse Clearance
- Background Check Clearance
- Fire & Water Safety Training
Timeline
Camp Counselor
Ardsley Day Camp
06.2025 - 08.2025
Dance Team Captain
Spot On Dance Academy
08.2024 - 07.2025
Camp Counselor
Rooted Tree Productions
06.2024 - 07.2024
High School Diploma -
Abington Senior High School
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of Pittsburgh
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