Shayla Payne
Richmond,VA
Summary
My goal in life - including my work life - is to help people realize their full potential. If I can encourage, uplift and support every person on their journey, I will be successful. My passion is working with people that have challenges. Those challenges can be mental or physical - it does not matter. Age does not matter. What is important is helping people understand their worth and strengths in every aspect of their lives.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Taekwondo Instructor
K-Top Martial Arts
06.2023 - Current
- Work with children and adults with different skill levels.
- Work with children with challenges such as autism, ADHD and physical challenges.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians to encourage open communication regarding student progress.
- Enhanced students'' physical fitness levels through rigorous exercise routines and targeted drills.
- Boosted confidence in students by recognizing individual achievements and encouraging personal growth within the sport.
- Developed effective warm-up routines to minimize injury risk while enhancing flexibility, balance, and agility for participants.
- Implemented conflict resolution strategies to address behavioral issues or disputes among students effectively.
- Conducted regular evaluations of students'' abilities, providing constructive feedback to guide their improvement.
- Provided one-on-one coaching sessions to address specific challenges faced by individual students in their Taekwondo practice.
- Promoted teamwork among students by organizing group activities and sparring sessions during class time.
- Assist students with homework when needed.
Certified Zumba and Zumba Nation Instructor
Self-Employed
11.2019 - Current
Taekwondo Instructor
Master Cho's Taekwondo And Martial Arts
08.2014 - 06.2023
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians to encourage open communication regarding student progress.
- Enhanced students'' physical fitness levels through rigorous exercise routines and targeted drills.
- Continually updated personal knowledge of Taekwondo techniques, trends, and best practices to provide expert instruction for all participants.
- Boosted confidence in students by recognizing individual achievements and encouraging personal growth within the sport.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, progress, and belt promotions for administrative purposes.
- Provided one-on-one coaching sessions to address specific challenges faced by individual students in their Taekwondo practice.
- Promoted teamwork among students by organizing group activities and sparring sessions during class time.
Education
Associate of Science - General Studies
J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College
Richmond, VA12.2023
High School Diploma -
Northstar Academy
Richmond, VA06.2017
Skills
- Strong Communication Skills
- Patience and Empathy
- Self-Defense Instruction
- Adaptive lesson planning
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Promotion Test Preparation
- Physical Fitness and Conditioning
- Martial Arts Ethics
- Rule Enforcement
- Student Advising
- Conflict Management
- Stress Tolerance
Accomplishments
Taekwondo Master - 4th degree
Reading, Exercise and Baking
I enjoy reading all types of books - fiction and non-fiction. I believe we can learn from different people's perspectives.
I am an avid exerciser because physical fitness can lead to metal fitness.
Baking is relaxing for me and pies are my specialty.
Timeline
Taekwondo Instructor
K-Top Martial Arts
06.2023 - Current
Certified Zumba and Zumba Nation Instructor
Self-Employed
11.2019 - Current
Taekwondo Instructor
Master Cho's Taekwondo And Martial Arts
08.2014 - 06.2023
Associate of Science - General Studies
J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College
High School Diploma -
Northstar Academy
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