Junelizabeth Sherman Lewis
Milwaukie
Summary
Dedicated and versatile individual with a strong passion for environmental stewardship, music education, and community engagement. Experienced in outdoor conservation work, including trail construction, park maintenance, and invasive species removal, with extensive knowledge of land, soil, and water nanagement. Adept at collaborating with diverse teams to enhance community spaces and ensure safety. Skilled private music instructor with experience teaching violin and cello to young students, creating personalized lesson plans, and preparing students for recitals. Strong organizational abilities in scheduling, event coordination, and studio management. Proven ability to foster positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues while using creative teaching methods to inspire a love for music.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Music Teacher
Self-employed
12.2022 - Current
- Taught private cello and violin lessons to students of ages 6-10
- Developed personalized lesson plans
- Prepared students for recitals
- Tracked student progress and adjusted teaching methods
- Coordinated scheduling for lessons, recitals, and events
Program Director
Milwaukie Music Connection
01.2019 - Current
- Assisted teachers with class preparation, materials, and logistical support
- Fostered positive relationships with students, parents, and teachers
- Monitored program effectiveness and gathered feedback for improvements
- Organized and promoted studio events
- Handled administrative tasks like budgeting, inventory, and record-keeping
- Cleaned and organized spaces for a warm and welcoming effect
Conservation Crew
Portland Parks and Recreation
07.2022 - 03.2024
- Ensured park trails and facilities are safe and clean, enhancing community enjoyment and safety
- Conducted regular inspections and maintenance, preventing hazards and improving park usability
- Collaborated with a team to address issues promptly
- Constructed and repaired trails
- Built structures such as rock walls, crib walls, and split rail fences
- Gained knowledge of land, soils, and water management
- Removed invasive plants such as ivy and blackberry
- Weeded and watered young, recently planted plants
- Practiced and learned plant identification
- Worked in and near forests, creeks, and fields
Education
Rex Putnam High School
4950 SE Roethe Rd, Milwaukie, OR 97267Post 58
Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Trail Maintenance
- Construction
- Customer Service
- Sales and Merchandising
- Communication
- Problem Solving
- Organization
- Adaptability
- Excel
- Google Apps
- Google Script
- Violin
- Voice
- Cello
- Double Bass
Hobbies and Interests
- I swim competitively on a club and high school swim team.
- I love open water swimming, hiking, rock climbing, paddle boarding and camping.
- I am passionate about music as well and play and sing in symphonies and choirs in my free time during the school year.
- I love to volunteer, especially in the outdoor setting and often participate in environmental clean-up projects.
Accomplishments
- President of Tri-M Music Honor Society, leading community service projects and student engagement.
- Section Leader in Choir & Orchestra, mentoring younger musicians and assisting in rehearsals.
- Member of Metropolitan Youth Symphony's Symphony Ensemble and MYSfits, the highest-level string quartet.
- Service Coordinator for Post 58, planning monthly service projects and outdoor initiatives.
- Board Member of Friends of Terwilliger, contributing to environmental and community-focused projects.
Timeline
Private Music Teacher
Self-employed
12.2022 - Current
Conservation Crew
Portland Parks and Recreation
07.2022 - 03.2024
Program Director
Milwaukie Music Connection
01.2019 - Current
Rex Putnam High School
Post 58
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