Mikayla Huffman
Waco,TX
Summary
Motivated and team-oriented student and college cheerleader with 3 years of experience leading diverse teams, fostering collaboration, and representing programs with professionalism and enthusiasm. Demonstrated leadership by organizing team activities, mentoring teammates, and maintaining morale in high-pressure environments. Skilled in relationship building, effective communication, and strategic planning, with a strong foundation in athletics and a deep understanding of the sports industry. Passionate about pursuing a career as a sports agent, leveraging leadership skills, athletic experience, and knowledge of team dynamics to support athletes in achieving their professional goals.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Athlete Academic Mentor
Baylor Student Athlete Center for Excellence
08.2024 - 12.2024
- 10 Hrs/Week
- Monitored student academic progress, communicating with each student frequently and intervening to assist students experiencing difficulties.
- Developed academic action plans by evaluating students learning styles, deficiencies and goals.
- Advised students on educational, career and social opportunities.
- Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
- Developed and implemented individualized academic plans for students.
- Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
Senior Counselor
Sky Ranch Camps
05.2024 - 08.2024
- 23 Hrs/Day 6 Days/Week
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Instructed campers to observe proper behavior and etiquette to avoid conflicts and unruly activities.
- Implemented rules and regulations to enforce discipline and compliance.
- Encouraged team building to increase camaraderie, trust and rapport.
- Monitored participation in recreational activities to provide assistance to participants.
- Factored-in abilities, needs and interests of participants in development of events and programs.
- Resolved conflicts that arose between campers by listening to complaints and finding appropriate solutions.
- Planned weekly activities schedule for assigned group and facilitated smooth transitions for on-time arrival.
- Supervised camper activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity.
- Developed and monitored safety policies and procedures to facilitate safety of participants.
- Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and maintain safety.
Assistant Counselor
Sky Ranch Camps
05.2023 - 07.2023
- 23 Hrs/Day 6 Days/Week
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Instructed campers to observe proper behavior and etiquette to avoid conflicts and unruly activities.
- Implemented rules and regulations to enforce discipline and compliance.
- Encouraged team building to increase camaraderie, trust and rapport.
- Monitored participation in recreational activities to provide assistance to participants.
- Factored-in abilities, needs and interests of participants in development of events and programs.
- Resolved conflicts that arose between campers by listening to complaints and finding appropriate solutions.
- Planned weekly activities schedule for assigned group and facilitated smooth transitions for on-time arrival.
- Supervised camper activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity.
- Developed and monitored safety policies and procedures to facilitate safety of participants.
- Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and maintain safety.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Baylor University
Waco05-2026
High School Diploma -
Loyola College Prep
Shreveport, LA05.2022
Skills
- Strategic thinking
- Strong work ethic
- Active learning
- Peer support
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Professionalism
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Time management
- Decision-making
- Interpersonal skills
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
Baylor University Spirit Squad: All-Girl & Co-Ed Cheer
One year on Co-Ed cheer team and two years on All-Girl cheer team. Able to maintain a full-time course load of school work taking an average of 17 hours each semester while also participating in practices, appearances, and games. Cheered at volleyball, football, basketball, and acrobatics and tumbling meets. Has been chosen to cheer at Rounds 1 & 2 of the men's basketball March Madness tournament three years in a row based off of appearances, attitude, grades, and skill. Has been chosen to travel to West Virginia twice and Forth Worth for regular season football games based off of appearances, attitude, grades, and skill.
Media Arts
Media Arts was a class offered at Loyola College Prep. Students were chosen through an extensive interview process to represent the school through social media, promotional opportunities, and school live streams. Students gained two years of experience in this class using programs such Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects. Students created projects ranging from commercials used by the community to 'hype' videos for different sports teams. Students were expected to frequently host and produce live streamed "morning announcements". Students also hosted and produced a weekly show called "The Rundown" that would premiere each Friday for the school. Experience filming with Canon EOS Rebel T7 and using a handheld gimbal.
Awards
- 2nd Semester Principal's Honor Roll, 04/01/22, 12th grade
- UCA All-American Cheerleader, 07/01/21, 12th grade
- 1st Semester Principals Honor Roll, 01/01/21, 11th grade
- UCA All-American Cheerleader, 07/01/19, 10th grade
Extra-Curricular Activities
Media Arts
Fellowship of Christian Athletes
F.Ai.T.H., Flyers Aiding in the Hungry
National Honor Society
Student Government Association
Highland KIDS Ministry
Leadership Experience
- F.A.i.T.H Officer
- Co-Secretary of the Green Club
Timeline
Student Athlete Academic Mentor
Baylor Student Athlete Center for Excellence
08.2024 - 12.2024
Senior Counselor
Sky Ranch Camps
05.2024 - 08.2024
Assistant Counselor
Sky Ranch Camps
05.2023 - 07.2023
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Baylor University
High School Diploma -
Loyola College Prep
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