Sylas Gulsby
Lakewood,CO
Summary
Resourceful professional with strong time management and problem-solving abilities. Demonstrates reliability and adaptability while quickly mastering new skills. Committed to driving team success and contributing to organizational growth through effective collaboration and interpersonal skills. Motivated to embrace new challenges and deliver impactful results.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Martial Arts Instructor
Maestas Taekwon-do
Arvada, Colorado
12.2025 - Current
- Taught both core principles and fighting techniques to students of all levels.
- Instructed students in various Taekwondo techniques and forms.
- Instructed on proper breathing techniques, stances, and forms.
- Established and communicated clear lesson objectives, guiding students towards their skill development.
- Monitored student progress, delivering constructive feedback to enhance performance.
- Provided targeted feedback and corrections, facilitating improvement in students' skills and techniques.
- Coached new students by breaking down techniques into simple moves.
- Taught students key etiquette points to promote discipline and respect in the dojo.
- Kept up with certifications and continuing education to provide students with the best possible instruction.
Volunteer
Denver Food Rescue
Denver, CO
08.2025 - 10.2025
- Collected surplus food from local businesses for redistribution.
- Engaged with volunteers to coordinate daily operations and tasks.
- Collaborated with local organizations to enhance outreach efforts.
- Followed directions from supervisors and completed tasks within appropriate timeframe.
- Collaborated with other volunteers to create a positive work environment.
- Offered support and assistance to community members.
- Maintained accurate records and documented client data in company databases.
Team Captain
Colorado Cutthroat U-17 Boys
Denver, Colorado
05.2024 - 08.2025
- Challenged teammates to improve performance by constructively addressing negativity and promoting a growth mindset.
- Maintained poise, optimism and bounced back quickly after mistakes to show teammates how to respond to negative situations.
- Acted as positive role model to set the tone for program and enhanced leadership credibility with teammates and coaches.
- Collaborated with head coach to enhance team chemistry and focus, co-leading initiatives that strengthened team dynamics.
- Guided younger players on techniques and sportsmanship, fostering their development and integration into the team.
- Invested time to build and strengthen relationships with teammates by inquiring about individual challenges and goals.
- Applied coaching strategies to achieve consistent results.
- Adapted quickly to changing game plans and strategies.
- Dedicated over 6 hours each week to intensive training in preparation for competitive events.
Summer Camp Assistant
Tobias Brooks
Lakewood, CO
07.2025 - 07.2025
- Supervised camper activities to manage behavioral issues while fostering an environment of fun, safety, and inclusivity.
- Implemented camp activities fostering physical, social, and emotional growth.
- Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and maintain safety.
- Led groups of children safely through a variety of camp activities.
- Organized and maintained athletic and games equipment and facilities to ensure safe and enjoyable experiences.
- Prepared recreational materials and supplies for each activity to enhance participant engagement.
Camp Counselor in Training
SPREE Camp
Denver, CO
06.2022 - 06.2022
- Guided campers in swimming, hiking, and team sports, promoting life skills and physical wellness.
- Led groups of children through diverse camp activities, ensuring safety and enjoyment.
- Collaborated with camp counselors to create engaging learning activities that foster camper development.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Red Rocks Community College
Denver, COSkills
- Weight training
- Nutrition knowledge
- Youth mentoring
- Client engagement
- Team building
- Performance improvement
- Multitasking
- Task prioritization
- Problem-solving
- Excellent communication
- Effective communication
- Relationship building
Hobbies and Interests
- Music
- Martial Arts
- Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills.
- Enjoy experimenting with different ingredients and flavors in the kitchen.
- Tech enthusiast, passionate about exploring the latest advancements and innovations.
- Drone Piloting
- Team Sports
- Gym Workouts
- Personal Development and Self-Improvement
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Certification
- Class B Referee for Taekwon-Do
- Certified Part 107 Drone Pilot
Timeline
Martial Arts Instructor
Maestas Taekwon-do
12.2025 - Current
Volunteer
Denver Food Rescue
08.2025 - 10.2025
Summer Camp Assistant
Tobias Brooks
07.2025 - 07.2025
Team Captain
Colorado Cutthroat U-17 Boys
05.2024 - 08.2025
Camp Counselor in Training
SPREE Camp
06.2022 - 06.2022
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Red Rocks Community College