Summary
Overview
Certification
Work History
Education
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Skills
Educational Leadership Experiences
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Sherry F. Whisnant

Sherry F. Whisnant

Music Educator
Loris,S.C.

Summary

Dedicated and experienced education professional seeking the position of Assistant Principal with Horry County Schools to help advance the district's creative and academic reputation in accordance with the already established values and vision as a world class school system. Skilled in working under pressure, adapting to challenges, and an exceptional ability to establish positive relationships with stakeholders and would be an asset to any administrative team fully invested in their school as it prepares all students to become productive citizens for their future and community.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Certification

SOUTH CAROLINA PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE: Tier 1 – Secondary Principal / Tier 2 – Elementary Principal / Music Education – Instrumental K-12

Work History

Music Educator

DAISY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Loris, SC
06.2019 - Current
  • General Music Education (Grades CD-5)
  • Organized musical equipment thoughtfully to develop classroom routines, managing materials efficiently with minimal lost activity time.
  • Familiarized students with basic concepts of music.
  • Prepared students for live and virtual performances.
  • Attended and lead professional development courses and in-service trainings including related content, teaching strategies and motivation for students and staff.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
  • Chaperoned field trips to maintain safety and encourage learning.


ASSISTANT MARCHING BAND DIRECTOR

LORIS HIGH SCHOOL
Loris, SC
07.2002 - Current
  • Assigned and maintained uniform inventory.
  • Assisted with bookkeeping and fundraising.
  • Supervised marching band staff and daily operations.
  • Directed groups at rehearsals and performances.
  • Consulted with lead directors to coordinate artistic vision for marching performances.

Music Educator

LORIS MIDDLE SCHOOL
Loris, SC
07.2002 - 06.2019
  • Middle School Music Educator (Grades 6-8)
  • Band, Orchestra, Percussion Ensemble, General Music and General Exploratory
  • Familiarized students with basic concepts of music.
  • Planned and executed targeted lesson plans to instruct on music theory, music history and performance etiquette.
  • Coordinated concerts, competitions, and special community events.
  • Coordinated with departmental employees to maintain continuity of music lesson objectives, planning and execution.
  • Maintained student records and evaluated each pupil's musical growth, performance and musical understanding.

Music Educator

ORRUM MIDDLE SCHOOL
Orrum, NC
08.1994 - 07.2002
  • Band, Chorus, General Music (Grades 5-8)
  • Familiarized students with basic concepts of music.
  • Planned and executed targeted lesson plans to instruct on music theory, music history and performance etiquette.
  • Coordinated concerts, competitions, and special community events.
  • Coordinated with departmental employees to maintain continuity of music lesson objectives, planning and execution.
  • Maintained student records and evaluated each pupil's musical growth, performance and musical understanding.

Education

MASTER oF EDUCATIONAL Leadership - Administration K-12

Coastal Carolina University
Conway, SC
05.2014 - 12.2017

BACHELOR OF MUSIC EDUCATION -

MARS HILL COLLEGE (University)
Mars Hill, NC
08.1990 - 05.1994

Timeline

Music Educator

DAISY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
06.2019 - Current

MASTER oF EDUCATIONAL Leadership - Administration K-12

Coastal Carolina University
05.2014 - 12.2017

ASSISTANT MARCHING BAND DIRECTOR

LORIS HIGH SCHOOL
07.2002 - Current

Music Educator

LORIS MIDDLE SCHOOL
07.2002 - 06.2019

Music Educator

ORRUM MIDDLE SCHOOL
08.1994 - 07.2002

BACHELOR OF MUSIC EDUCATION -

MARS HILL COLLEGE (University)
08.1990 - 05.1994

Skills

    Excellent Communication

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Educational Leadership Experiences

Presenter - District and School Level Professional Development 2018-2021

  • Motivating educators
  • Points to remember about diverse learners including SPED students in the arts
  • Encouragement to recognize one's individual impact upon students
  • Educator awareness of the impact of Covid-19 on students returning to class

Administrator for the HCS Summer Visual Arts and Dance Program 2018-2021

  • Create schedule and monitored classes
  • Maintain attendance and communicated with parents
  • Managed lunch rotation and documentation
  • Supervised Final Showcases

Summer School Administrative Volunteer 2017& 2018

  • Monitored classes
  • Maintain attendance and communicated with parents
  • Monitored lunch rotation and transportation

Fine and Related Arts Department Chair 2009-2010
Loris Middle School Data Team 2017-2019

Discipline Committee 2016-2017
HCS Fine Arts Curriculum Revision Team 2008/2010

  • Assessed curriculum standards and benchmarks
  • Revised county standards for instrumental music

All County, Region and State Band Instrumental Judge 2002-2018
Concert and Marching Band Competition Judge

  • Evaluate technique, interpretation, and execution of musical fundamentals
  • Provide feedback to performers both individually and full group
  • Assess the final performance product of the student performers

References

Joshua Todd

Principal, Daisy Elementary School

JTodd002@horrycountyschools.net

843-756-5136


Shelley Todd

Principal Loris Middle School

stodd@horrycountyschools.net

843-756-2181


Sandy Carland

Assistant Principal, Daisy Elementary

scarland@horrycountyschools.net
843-756-5136

Quote

You were created on purpose, with purpose, for a purpose - and the time to find out what it all means is now.
SW

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