Wendy Myers
Summary
Patient and safety-oriented Horse Riding Instructor with 30 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. Passionate Teacher experience in helping adult learners and minor students develop advanced abilities. Imparts deep love of subject area through well-planned lessons and hands-on activities. Consistently earns top marks from students for fun, engaging and in-depth classes.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Horseback Riding Instructor
Black Horse Stables
2017.07 - Current
- Taught proper communication and riding commands for optimal control and safety around horses.
- Supported students needing extra assistance in learning basic tenets of horseback riding with patience and deliberation.
- Monitored student progress and provided individualized instruction to meet student needs and goals.
- Met needs of different students by adapting teaching materials and methods.
- Worked closely with students and parents to increase positive feedback from parents and boost overall student success.
- Created interactive activities to engage students and maximize learning.
- Supported students in identifying, setting and achieving personal goals.
- Helped students meet course goals by establishing clear objectives for lessons, units and projects.
Horseback Riding Instructor
Bethel Farm And Stables
2011.09 - 2017.04
- Taught proper communication and riding commands for optimal control and safety around horses.
- Supported students needing extra assistance in learning basic tenets of horseback riding with patience and deliberation.
- Educated students on proper hoof care, vitamin and food supplements and proper conditions for horse health maintenance.
- Cleaned and maintained facility with [Number] horses and adhered to veterinary visit schedule, feeding routines and cleaning practices.
Horseback Riding Instructor
Great Scott Farm
2008.12 - 2011.12
- Taught proper communication and riding commands for optimal control and safety around horses.
Horseback Riding Instructor
Reinbows End Farm
2003.05 - 2008.12
- Taught proper communication and riding commands for optimal control and safety around horses.
Sales Manager
Best Western King Of Prussia
2006.03 - 2008.02
- Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
- Resolved customer issues quickly to close deals and boost client satisfaction.
- Grew sales and boosted profits, applying proactive management strategies and enhancing sales training.
Travel Agent
Liberty Travel
1999.04 - 2005.09
- Arranged travel accommodations for groups, couples, executives, and special needs clients.
- Supervised payments via credit and debit cards and handled sensitive information with professionalism and discreteness.
- Provided customers with best deals and well-researched travel options, successfully negotiating rates while improving customer satisfaction ratings.
- Followed up with customers to increase customer service with travel plans.
Billing Clerk
Alstin Advertising
1997.10 - 1999.03
- Entered and maintained billing information in company internal databases for accessibility.
- Managed invoicing and payment processing operations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Equine Studies
Salem -Teikyo University
Salem, WV06.1997
High School Diploma -
William Tennent High School
Warminster, PA06.1993
Skills
- Individualized Lesson Plans
- Strategy Implementation
- Informative Lectures
- Team Collaboration
Affiliations
Intercollegiate Horse Show Association
Interscholastic Equestrian Association
United State Equestrian Federation
United States Hunter Jumper Association
Drexel University Equestrian Team Coach 2008-2011
Coached 20 plus riders on the equestrian team, along with riding in the Alumni classes and qualified for IHSA nationals in 2011.
West Chester UnversityEquestrian Team Coach
Coached 15 plus riders for equestrian team and was voted regional president for IHSA Zone 3 Region 2 .
Timeline
Horseback Riding Instructor
Black Horse Stables
2017.07 - Current
Horseback Riding Instructor
Bethel Farm And Stables
2011.09 - 2017.04
Horseback Riding Instructor
Great Scott Farm
2008.12 - 2011.12
Sales Manager
Best Western King Of Prussia
2006.03 - 2008.02
Horseback Riding Instructor
Reinbows End Farm
2003.05 - 2008.12
Travel Agent
Liberty Travel
1999.04 - 2005.09
Billing Clerk
Alstin Advertising
1997.10 - 1999.03
Bachelor of Arts - Equine Studies
Salem -Teikyo University
High School Diploma -
William Tennent High School
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