Art Educator
RESUME
Someone with a calm, encouraging, and enthusiastic demeanor, which inspires and motivates. Aiming to create exciting and dynamic Visual Art lessons in a positive learning environment to support learners of every age and ability level. Creative, energetic, and hardworking with an intention to meet the needs of all students/guests and promote a philosophy of inclusion and equity.
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Work experience
Babysitter and Nanny
Children ages 11 months-12 years
Greensburg, North Huntingdon & Latrobe, PA
Apr.2014 - present
-Six different families at various times, totaling nine children
-Constant implementation of creative activities in addition to quality childcare
-Great practice for lesson procedures, analyze student understanding, better understand the ability levels of various ages
Visual Art Teacher Pk3&4-8th Grade
Art Program Director
Computer Science/ Coding Instructor PK3&4-8th Grade
St. Sebastian Regional School, Diocese of Greensburg
Belle Vernon, PA
Nov. 2016-March 2020
-Organized a brand-new classroom/program
-Built and developed entirely original curriculum
-Implemented and nurtured appreciation of the Visual Arts
-Encouraged creative thinking and creative expression in a fun and safe environment
-Worked in tandem with instructors of varying fields to create cross-curricular lessons
Assistant Coach
YWCA Field Hockey Team, Greensburg PA
August-November 2015-2017
-Promoted cooperative behavior and team efforts
-Regular communication with parents/ athletes/ fellow coaches
-Encouraged creative thinking and creative expression in a fun and safe environment
-Demonstrated time management and scheduling prowess
Head Counselor (Unity)-Ages 6-14
YMCA Summer Camp, Greensburg PA
May-Aug. 2014-2017
-Collaborated with other head counselors and camp supervisor to create weekly themes/ coordinating activities
-Managed campers and counselors
-Arranged and supervised field trips to foster endless learning opportunities
-Plan engaging, exploratory, and meaningful daily activities
Student Teacher 9-12th Grade
Penn Trafford High School, Penn Trafford School District Harrison City, PA
Feb.-Apr.2016
-Daily classroom experience with a wide range of ages and ability levels
-Planned and implemented engaging lessons
-Motivated creative expression and exploration
Student Teacher K-5th Grade
Hutchinson Elementary School, Greensburg Salem District, Greensburg, PA
Jan.-Feb. 2016
-Developed an inclusive behavioral management sticker challenge for all students
-Modified lessons to fit the needs of learning/emotional support and gifted students
-Collaborated with teachers from various subjects including Science, Technology, and Reading
Assistant Teacher
Seton Hill University Child Development Center,
Greensburg, PA
Jan. 2014-Jan. 2016
-Co-taught and supervised children ages 3-6 years old
-Prepared, directed, assembled and guided arts and crafts lessons
Art Teacher 1st-6th Grade
Seton Arts Camp
Greensburg, PA
Aug.-Sept. 2015
-Created and facilitated age-appropriate art lessons
-Modified lessons for learning/emotional support and gifted students
Full-Time Manager
Pottery Playhouse
Greensburg, PA
May.-Aug. 2013
-Gained customer service experience
-Refined communication skills
-Performed daily painting instruction and demonstrations for children and adults of all ages
-Utilized planning and time management skills to coordinate paint parties for various ages
Education
The Art of Education University, Online
Graduate Courses (Continuing Education)
May 2025: ART526 Studio: Drawing 3.00 Credits
Jan. 2020: DIG510 iPads in the Art Room 2.00 Credits
Seton Hill University, Greensburg, PA
2012-2016
Bachelor of Art in Art Education
Instructional I Art PK-12 (1405) Active Certification