Resume

Richard Cheek

Massapequa, NY – rcheek2@pride.hofstra.edu

Objective

Dedicated Music Education and Information Technology student in my senior year at Hofstra University. I have strong skills in problem solving, working with people and working under pressure. I have strong technological proficiency along with very strong musical skills. I hope to gain experience in the workforce to broaden my opportunities for life's future adventures.

Education

Hofstra University- Class of 2013

BS, Music Education (Major), Information Technology (Minor) GPA: 3.50

• Lawrence Honors Recital
• Principal Trombone of Hofstra University Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble
• Newsday Marching Band Scholarship
• Hofstra Brass Quintet
• Hofstra Cycling Club Treasurer

Experience

Hofstra University Computer Networking Department                 Feb  2013 — Present

Student Assistant

• Cisco Network Control Center mapping experience
• Network connection trouble shooting
• Physical network maintenance and cleaning

Private Music Lessons-Long Island, NY Sept 2011 — Present

Hofstra University Swim Center                                        Jun 2008 — Feb 2013

Lifeguard

• CPR/AED Certified
• Nassau County Lifeguard Certified
• Red Cross Lifeguard Certified

Farmingdale Youth Council          Jul 2006 — Aug 2008

Counselor

• Albany Avenue Elementary School

School Observations         Sept 2010 — Present

Student Observer

• Amityville- Elementary/ Middle School General Music and Band
• Rockville Center-Elementary General Music
• Greatneck- High School Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble
• Port Washington-High School Wind Ensemble and Special Education
• UCP Roosevelt- Special Education

Software Experience

• Microsoft Works
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft Visio
• Microsoft Windows 7
• Java
• Cisco NCS Map Center
• Cisco Packet Tracer
• Google Docs
• Open Office
• Adobe Dreamweaver
• Windows Movie Maker
• Sony Vegas
• Audacity
• Finale
• Sibelius
• OPNet IP Guru

Additional Info

• Freelance Trombone/ Euphonium Player
• Nassau County Lifeguard
• CPR/AED American Red Cross Certified
• Hobbies- Surfing, Snowboarding, Cycling
• My Blog: http://richardcheek.blogspot.com