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Alma Leiva

Artist
MIami,FL

Summary

Creative Art Teacher possessing in-depth knowledge of various media including photography, animation, drawing video and installation art. Engaging and energetic professional certified in k-12 and licensed in FL. Polished in integrating art history into all lesson plans and collaborating with other teachers to incorporate learning through art. Committed to designing lessons to accommodate broad range of learning styles and encouraging students to reach fullest potential.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Art Teacher, K-12

Miami-dade County Public Schools
MIami, United States
11.2021 - 05.2022
  • Maintained student attendance, grades and other required records.
  • Taught classes on Drawing, painting, collage, and sculpture.
  • Documented student work in order to exhibit and celebrate learning process of each child.
  • Prompted student motivation and peer participation through implementation of positive reinforcement and rewards.
  • Helped students manipulate variety of media to express emotions, feelings, attitude and intent.
  • Created dynamic group projects to teach collaboration and teamwork.
  • Developed and implemented various thematic lesson plans, utilizing age-appropriate material and focusing on relevant topics.
  • Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
  • Achieved student participation through relevant and real-life experiences to maintain student interest and stimulate student creativity.
  • Observed pupils' work to determine student progress or make suggestions for improvement.
  • Guided students to develop and hone creative processes and problem-solving skills.

Independent Artist

Self-employed
Miami, FL
07.2011 - 10.2021
  • Established and maintained productive, professional working relationships to promote beneficial project results.
  • Designed visual models meeting both aesthetic and technical criteria.
  • Created storyboards, 3D models, animation and visual effects to meet design goals.
  • Developed targeted marketing and sales strategies to promote successful organizational and artistic outcomes.
  • Developed art and design concepts.
  • Cultivated relationships with other artists and internal partners to develop positive rapport for future opportunities.
  • Mentored junior artists on creative processes.
  • Delivered on multiple titles and platforms simultaneously.
  • Learned new software packages in addition to traditional art methods.

Lab Monitor

Miami-Dade College
Miami, FL
08.2006 - 06.2008
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.

Education

Master of Arts - Photography/ Film

Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA
06.2011

Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design/ Electronic Intermedia/ Photography

University of Florida
Gainesville, FL
05.2007

Skills

  • Setting Learning Targets
  • Gallery and Exhibit Preparation
  • Fundamentals and History
  • Course Material Preparation
  • Class Lectures
  • Examination Administration and Grading
  • Lesson Management
  • Individualized Lesson Plans
  • Group and Individual Instruction
  • Constructive Feedback
  • Assignment Evaluation
  • Artistic Technique Demonstration
  • State Standards Adherence

Accomplishments

  • Awarded the "Foundation for Contemporary Arts emergency Grant" in 2021
  • Awarded the “Green Space Miami Initiative grant” in 2020
  • Awarded the "Wynn Newhouse Award" in 2019
  • Awarded a "Pollination grant" to travel to Costa Rica in 2016
  • Awarded the " Meredith S. Moody Fellowship" in 2015
  • Awarded the "South Florida Cultural Consortium" in 2014
  • Awarded the "NFA Artist/Ensemble Project Grant" from the National association fot latino arts and Culture in 2014
  • Awarded the "Beth Block Prize" in 2013 for my series "Celdas"
  • Awarded the "NYFA fellowship" in 2012
  • Awarded the "College Art Association Fellowship" in 2010-2011

Timeline

Art Teacher, K-12

Miami-dade County Public Schools
11.2021 - 05.2022

Independent Artist

Self-employed
07.2011 - 10.2021

Lab Monitor

Miami-Dade College
08.2006 - 06.2008

Master of Arts - Photography/ Film

Virginia Commonwealth University

Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design/ Electronic Intermedia/ Photography

University of Florida

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