Professional in field of visual arts education, prepared for this role with proven ability to inspire and educate students. Experience in designing comprehensive art programs that enhance student learning and artistic expression. Known for collaborative teamwork and adaptability in dynamic educational environments. Proficient in classroom management and curriculum development.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Art Teacher, Specials Team Lead
Chavez/Huerta K-12 Preparatory Academy
08.2006 - 06.2025
Elected to Board of Directors for Five Years, Elective Team Lead for 17 years
Completely developed Visual Art curriculum for K-12 grades in accordance with CDE and Core Knowledge standards for nineteen years
Self-sufficient fundraising
Organize and presented 18 Annual Student Art Shows downtown at Art Alliance and Steel City Artworks
Maintain excellent relationships with students, families, coworkers and staff
Organize grading, family communication and time management for as many as 30 different classes per year
Champion for the unique aspects of teaching a diverse group of students
Most experience in a Title-1 School
Developed strategic initiatives to improve team performance and operational effectiveness.
Media Teacher
St. John Neumann Catholic School
06.2003 - 06.2006
Completely cataloged two separate libraries from catalog card system to Library of Congress barcodes
Set up brand new computer lab from scratch
Taught keyboarding to K-8th Grade students keeping track of development
Checked in and out all books to students
Ran book fairs from Scholastic to raise funds for new acquisitions for library
Developed curriculum to teach basic computer literacy using Microsoft products
Developed curriculum from scratch to teach advanced literature class to 8th graders
Education
Bachelor of Science - Studio Art
University of Southern Colorado
Pueblo, CO
06-2002
Skills
Acrylic painting
Artistic techniques
Collaborative projects
Lesson planning
Classroom management
Digital art proficiency
Project-based learning
Art history
Group and individual instruction
Individualized instruction
Color theory
Motivational
Critical thinking
Relationship building
Excellent communication
Accomplishments
Achieved highly effective rating on RANDA through effectively helping with core subject areas.
Personal
Son just graduated from East High School Summa Cum Laude with distinction! Proud Dad
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