1. Cherise Ishman
770 Patriot Pkwy Apt. 301 Rock Hill, SC 29730
Tel: 785.375.7253
Email: ishmanc2@winthrop.edu
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Music Education, Concentration: Instrumental
Winthrop University, Rock Hill, SC
• Graduation December 2016
• Certification: K-12
• GPA 3.1 / 4.0 scale
• Palmetto Teaching Fellows Scholarship: Awarded $6,000 Annually
• Life Scholarship: Awarded $5,000 Annually
Certifications: Darkness to Light – Teaching Victims of Sexual Abuse
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Internship II, South Middle School, Lancaster, SC Fall 2016
• Prepare and implement daily lesson plans for 6th
– 8th
grade
• Facilitate and conduct rehearsals
• Teach basic music theory and musical concepts
• Model and teach musical techniques and instrument maintenance
• Coordinate with mentor teacher to select and rehearse a variety of repertoire
• Conduct students in a variety of performance settings
• Provide additional individual and small group instruction to struggling students
• Assist mentor teacher with daily routines, and discipline
Internship I, Kinard Elementary School, Clover, SC Fall 2015
• Prepare and implement daily lesson plans for Pre-K – 5th
grade
• Teach basic music theory and musical concepts
• Model proper singing and playing techniques
• Assist in staging, coordinating, and costuming holiday performances
• Accompany students on the piano
• Design and create bulletin boards, classroom, and hallway displays
• Assist mentor teacher with daily routines and discipline
York Comprehensive High School Low Woodwind Instructor, York School District 1, SC Spring 2015 – Present
• Facilitate and conduct sectional rehearsals while maintaining a positive learning environment
• Communicate effectively with other band instructors, band directors, and parents
• Assist the director of bands and marching band students
• Teach music, instrument maintenance, and drills
• Attend all marching band rehearsals, competitions, and performances
RELATED EXPERIENCE
Acting Out Studio Modeling Instructor, Charlotte, NC August 2016 – Present
• Create and implement a modeling curriculum
• Prepare students for a professional modeling career
• Provide instruction on the industry, skincare, makeup, fashion, runway, and commercial modeling
• Coordinate photo shoots, and runway show
Volunteer Teacher, Rock Hill High School, Rock Hill, SC Fall 2012 – Spring 2014
• Tutor in core subject areas
• Assist in teaching English as a second language
Peer Mentor, Winthrop University, Rock Hill, SC 2012
• Organized serving learning project, “Reading Tent”

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• Prepared 21 incoming freshman for the challenges of college life
• Guided students in making a successful transition to a more independent lifestyle
WORK HISTORY
Courtyard Office/Night Host, Winthrop University, Rock Hill, SC Summer 2013-Present
Seasonal Sephora Beauty Consultant, Rock Hill, SC Fall 2015
JC Penny Sales Associate, Rock Hill SC Spring 2016
Jersey Mike’s Cashier and Sandwich Artist, Sumter SC Summer 2015
ACTIVITIES/AWARDS
• Sigma Alpha Iota International Music Fraternity, Winthrop University Fall 2012 – Present
o Colony President 2012 – 2013
Corresponding Secretary 2013- 2014
Sergeant at Arms 2014 -2015
Vice President of Ritual 2015 – 2016
• Her Campus Staff Writer, Winthrop University Spring 2016 – Present
• Teaching Fellows Recruitment Committee, Winthrop University Fall 2012 – Spring 2015
• Screaming Eagle Pep Band, Winthrop University Fall 2011 - Spring 2013
• Leadership Academy Mentor, Ebenezer Avenue Elementary School Fall 2011 - Spring 2012
• Emerging Leader, Winthrop University Class of 2011
SKILLS
• Excellent communication abilities in both writing and reading with diverse populations
• Adept in various leadership roles
• Experienced in speaking with prospective students, parents, and alumni
• Accomplished creativity and innovation in music
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, MS Office Suite, RMS, and TMA Systems