Sophia Mesa
West New York,NJ
Summary
High school Senior with 14 years of dance experience and proven leadership as Junior and Senior Class President, Student Council member, and Board of Education representative. Active varsity cheerleader and director/stage manager in the Performing Arts Academy, demonstrating strong organizational and teamwork skills. Committed to community service and empowering peers through artistic initiatives, while maintaining a focus on academic excellence.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lifeguard
Pleasure Pool & Spa Management
North Bergen, New Jersey
05.2023 - Current
- Responded promptly to emergencies and performed first aid as needed.
- Monitored pool areas for safety and compliance with regulations.
- Maintained cleanliness of pool facilities, including water quality checks.
Event Manager
Prestigious Entertainment
North Bergen, New Jersey
02.2022 - Current
- Executed planning and coordination of company events to ensure seamless execution.
- Facilitated interactive games to enhance guest participation and enjoyment.
- Designed engaging activities for children at various themed parties.
Dance Instructor
PAL Dance Company
West New York, New Jersey
07.2022 - 09.2024
- Ensured team success through effective stage presence and off-stage support.
- Led and organized productive rehearsals, incorporating warm-ups and comprehensive run-throughs.
- Evaluated student progress and provided constructive feedback to support improvement.
Education
High School - Biomedical Sciences
Memorial High School
West New York, NJ06-2026
Skills
- First aid
- Event coordination
- Team leadership
- Child engagement
- Communication skills
- Organizational skills
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
Certification
- CPR Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Volunteer Experience
- Christmas Toy Drive for WNY Town
- Volunteer at Hackensack Palisades Medical Center
- Senior Citizen Event Parties (Thanksgiving, Christmas, Halloween, etc...)
Awards
- Fitzgerald Summer Scholarship from Harvard Student Agencies
- World Salsa Summit Global State Championship 1st Place
- Most Improved Dancer at PAL
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Italian
Professional
Timeline
Lifeguard
Pleasure Pool & Spa Management
05.2023 - Current
Dance Instructor
PAL Dance Company
07.2022 - 09.2024
Event Manager
Prestigious Entertainment
02.2022 - Current
High School - Biomedical Sciences
Memorial High School
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