Emily Cherkinian
Pingree Grove,IL
Summary
Patient and safety-oriented Horse Riding Instructor with 21 years of experience riding horses of all sizes and temperaments and supporting trainees at various stages of riding education. Comprehensive equestrian expert with detailed knowledge of common health issues, training and communication techniques and proper tack and equipment use. Experienced horse caretaker and teacher of daily best practices for equine health.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Riding Instructor
Acorn Valley riding
06.2012 - 10.2021
- Cultivate a positive and encouraging atmosphere
- Developed strong rider foundations through focused instruction on proper technique and horse care.
- Promoted a positive learning environment, fostering relationships between riders and their horses.
- Assisted riders in setting attainable goals, tracking progress, and celebrating achievements.
- Collaborated with barn staff to ensure optimal care for horses used in riding lessons.
- Organized group trail rides and events, creating memorable experiences for clients while reinforcing learned skills.
- Evaluated rider performance regularly, offering constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
- Optimized instruction based on student feedback and assessments of courses.
- Implemented research-based curriculum and instructional strategies for self-enrichment topics.
- Helped students meet course goals by establishing clear objectives for lessons, units and projects.
Animal keeper
Santa's Village Azoosment Park
08.2019 - 12.2019
- Provides daily care to animals and their enclosures
- Including, but not limited to cleaning, feeding, watering, securing, grooming (i.e., domestic animals) and maintaining exhibits
- Cleans and maintains animal exhibits including use of chemical agents and special tools which are used to ensure the health and safety of the animals as well as the proper presentation to the public
- Monitors health of animals on a daily basis by observing eating habits, general activity, behavior and appearance, interaction with others, etc
- Reports abnormal behavior and problems to area supervisor without delay.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Programme Coordinator
The Grove
06.2023 - 02.2024
- Ensure implementation of policies and practices
- Maintain budget and track expenditures/transactions
- Manage communications through media relations, social media etc
- Help build positive relations within the team and external parties
- Schedule and organize meetings/events and maintain agenda
- Ensure technology is used correctly for all operations (video conferencing, presentations etc.)
- Prepare paperwork and order material
- Keep updated records and create reports or proposals
- Support growth and program development.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Nature Center Instructor/ Animal Specialist
Bartlett Nature Center
12.2019 - 06.2023
- Lead or assist with Scout programs, nature-themed birthday parties, guided hikes, day camps, preschool programs, and curriculum-based programs for school-aged children
- Plan, research and present interpretive programming for a variety of audiences
- Assist with the development of new programs and teach independently
- Assist in researching, updating, designing and installing interpretive exhibits on local plant and animal life as assigned
- Develop hands-on nature crafts
- Assist with live animal care for a small collection of reptiles, amphibians and arthropods
- Follow procedures and guidelines for prep time and class schedule requirements
- Supervise Nature Center during public hours
- Learn and adhere to Park District policies and procedures at all times
- Attend district-wide part time staff orientations and trainings
Nature Center Staff
Crystal Lake Nature Center
10.2021 - 08.2022
- The ability to maintain the order and cleanliness of the nature center and its exhibits as needed
- Clean, feed and water animals as needed and directed
- Provide guidance, information and help to the general public as needed
- Answer phones and respond to public queries on an as needed or requested basis
- Conduct presentations and lectures for schools and community groups as requested
- Work with and/or provide incentive to volunteers for programs, conservation projects, school programs, maintenance and other related activities on an as requested or needed basis
- Performs job safely and in compliance with District policies, procedures, work and safety rules, and the employee policy manual and report unsafe conditions
- Attend staff meetings, as required.
Education
Graphic design / Biology -
Elgin Community College
01.2024
Harry D Jacobs Highschool
05.2014
Skills
- Discipline Knowledge (Dressage, Jumping, Western, etc)
- Team Leadership
- Equine First Aid and Nutrition
- Curriculum Design
- Safety Procedures
- Lesson Planning
- Event Coordination
- Animal Care and Exhibit Maintenance
- Program Coordination
- Communication Skills
- Event Organization
- Horse Training
- Equine First Aid
- Jumping Instruction
- Dressage Coaching
- Record Keeping
- Rider Assessment
- Groundwork Techniques
- Tack Care
- First Aid Training
- Barn Management
- Performance Monitoring
Timeline
Programme Coordinator
The Grove
06.2023 - 02.2024
Nature Center Staff
Crystal Lake Nature Center
10.2021 - 08.2022
Nature Center Instructor/ Animal Specialist
Bartlett Nature Center
12.2019 - 06.2023
Animal keeper
Santa's Village Azoosment Park
08.2019 - 12.2019
Riding Instructor
Acorn Valley riding
06.2012 - 10.2021
Graphic design / Biology -
Elgin Community College
Harry D Jacobs Highschool
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