Objective

Seeking the position of Art Teacher

Summary

Exceptionally talented Art Teacher with background in teaching students the practical skills, theory and history of art; giving students tuition in aspects such as painting, drawing, printmaking, photography, sculpture and ceramics. Dedicated individual with over five years of experience, working with children and adults with disabilities.

Education

  • SCHOOL OF ART AND DESIGN AT ALFRED UNIVERSITY, Alfred, NY

  • B.F.A. December 2006
  • Concentration in Photography, Printmaking and Ceramics Minor, Education and Art History
    • GPA 3.7   cum laude
    • Alfred University Presidential Scholarship 2002-2006
    • NYS Lottery Scholarship 2002-2006
    • Dean's List 2003-2006
    • Divisional Honors 2006
  • NYS Initial Certification Visual Arts K-12

Artistic Skills

  • PHOTOGRAPHY black and white and color process printing, 35mm, medium format and digital cameras, alternative process photography, Adobe CS
  • PRINTMAKING etching, wood — cut, lithography, silk — screening, digital
  • CERAMICS throwing and tile making, firing electric, gas, salt and wood kilns
  • PAPERMAKING versed in a variety of paper making and book binding techniques experience with creating pulp and dying fibers
  • SCULPTURE basic metal fabrication, oxy–acetylene torch welding and brazing, plaster molds and casting

Teaching Experience

LAKESIDE LEARNING CENTER, Webster, NY
October 2007 - present
Art Teacher
  • Order and maintain art resources and materials within the budget allowance.
  • Demonstrate the use of a variety of art materials and tools such as oils, watercolors, palettes, brushes, palette knives, pen, pencil, dyes, clay, fabric, canvas and paper.
  • Inspire students and assist them to develop their creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
  • Arrange for exhibitions of student work in and out of school.
  • Observed and evaluated pupils' work to determine student progress or to make suggestions for improvement. Worked with students with disabilities and IEP's.
MONROE COUNTRY SCHOOL SYSTEM, Rochester, NY
September 2007 – present
Substitute Teacher
  • Per–Diem substitute, all subject areas, K–12.
  • Certified substitute in the following school districts: Rush-Henrietta, Penfield, Webster, Rochester City, Fairport and Gates-Chili.
COMMUNITY DARKROOM, Rochester, NY
September 2007 – April 2009
Photography Teacher
  • Instructed pupils in the field and in the darkroom using 35mm SLR cameras and traditional darkroom techniques.
  • Accompanied students on field trips to museums or art galleries.
  • Arrange for exhibitions of student work in and out of school.
ROCHESTER ROTARY SUNSHINE CAMP, Rush, NY
Summer 2004 – 2008
Program Staff – digital photography
  • Created and implemented lesson plans suitable for all ages and abilities.
  • Worked with people ages 7-21 with physical and developmental disabilities.
  • Responsible for the maintenance of new digital technologies.
WILLIE MAE'S ROCK CAMP FOR GIRLS, Brooklyn, NY
August 2007
Drum Instructor - Band Coach
  • Co-instructed a group of 6 girls, ages 8-11, designed and implemented lessons for beginners.
  • Responsible for mentoring a group of girls and guiding them in writing music.
YMCA, Pittsford, NY
February 2007 – June 2007
Co-Site Coordinator
  • Responsible for creating lessons and activities for over 70 children in the School Age Child Care Program, K-6.
SPECIAL ACADEMIC SERVICES, Alfred, NY
January 2005 – December 2006
Tutor
  • Developed and implemented lessons for art history and philosophy.
  • Tutored students 1:1 and in group settings, working with ESOL students.

Creative Experience

CONDE PHOTOGRAPHY, Rochester, NY
February 2007 – June 2007
Assistant
  • Edited and prepared photographs for print.
  • Assisted on site shoots, and with preparation /installation for the Night Gallery.
WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP CENTER, Alfred, NY
March 2006
Curator
  • Organized and administered all aspects of the art auction including installing the art work, removal and restoration.
  • Auction raised over $900 for Alternatives for Battered Women.

Selected Exhibitions

2009PHOTOGRAPHER'S PATH, High Falls Gallery, Rochester, NY
AUXILIARY MAGAZINE, Buffalo, NY
2008ART AUCTION, Rochester Contemporary, Rochester, NY
2007SECOND STORIE, Visual Studies Workshop, Rochester, NY
BOULDER FESTIVAL, Boulder Coffee Co., Rochester, NY
V WONDER, Studio B. West, Buffalo, NY
2006PARTY 001, Resistor Gallery, Toronto, ON
ELEVEN MINUTES, Harder Hall, Alfred, NY
LADIES OF THE LENS, Robert Turner Gallery, Alfred, NY
BEAUTY, STRENGTH, CONFIDENCE, AND COURAGE, Women's Center, Alfred, NY
2005WHAT DRIVES ME, Women's Center, Alfred, NY
ART AUCTION FOR KATRINA, Robert Turner Gallery, Alfred, NY
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