Alison Jamieson
Fordland,MO
Summary
Innovative Art Teacher with a solid background in education, skilled in collaborative teaching and project-based learning. Successfully enhanced student creativity through diverse art techniques while fostering a safe, positive learning environment. Adept at special needs accommodation, ensuring all students achieve their fullest potential.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Art Teacher, PK-12
Chadwick Public Schools
07.2024 - Current
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring all students had equal opportunities for success.
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies to maintain order and focus during hands-on activities and group work sessions.
- Assessed student work using rubrics, providing constructive feedback that guided improvements in technique and concept development.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, enriching students'' understanding of various subjects through an artistic lens.
- Enhanced student creativity by implementing diverse art techniques and mediums in the curriculum.
- Established a positive classroom environment that promoted open communication and mutual respect among students.
- Developed and implemented engaging art lessons for students in grades pre-kindergarten through 12th.
- Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
Paraprofessional
Logan-rogersville R-8 Sch Dist
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive support strategies for each student, contributing to improved academic performance.
School Secretary
Springfield Public Schools, Delaware Elementary
06.2018 - 05.2020
- Processed student registrations and withdrawals.
- Answered multi-line telephones and greeted visitors and parents to facilitate office operations.
- Maintained an up-to-date database of student records, safeguarding confidential information while providing easy access when needed.
- Performed clerical and administrative support duties to optimize workflow procedures.
- Managed inventory of school supplies and equipment, ensuring adequate resources were available for classroom instruction and activities.
- Documented attendance, grades and test scores to update permanent records.
- Enhanced school's communication efficiency by developing and maintaining a comprehensive database of student and faculty contact information.
Preschool Teacher/ Director
Small Wonders/ Little Sunshines
06.2007 - 06.2018
- Gained experience and advanced in my career from assistant teacher, teacher, team leader, and director.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child's progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching
Missouri State University
Springfield, MO07-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design, Fine Art
Drury University
Springfield, MO05-2023
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Ozarks Technical Community College
Springfield, MO12-2007
Skills
- Collaborative teaching
- Student engagement
- Project-based learning
- Instructional technology
- Special needs accommodation
- Supply management
- Problem-solving skills
- Time management abilities
- Multitasking and organization
- Safe, positive learning environment
Timeline
Art Teacher, PK-12
Chadwick Public Schools
07.2024 - Current
Paraprofessional
Logan-rogersville R-8 Sch Dist
08.2023 - 05.2024
School Secretary
Springfield Public Schools, Delaware Elementary
06.2018 - 05.2020
Preschool Teacher/ Director
Small Wonders/ Little Sunshines
06.2007 - 06.2018
Master of Arts - Teaching
Missouri State University
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design, Fine Art
Drury University
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Ozarks Technical Community College
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