Ashley Boyd-Hobbs
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Engaging professional skilled in introducing students to diverse mediums, developing lesson plans and assessing student progress. Proficient in fostering imaginative environment and making learning fun for all participants.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Art Teacher
Union County Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
- Integrated multicultural perspectives into art lessons, promoting an appreciation for diverse cultures and artistic expressions.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, connecting art with other subjects.
- Enhanced student creativity by introducing various art techniques and mediums.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to remain current on trends and research related to arts education.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate the varying skill levels and abilities of each individual student.
- Designed engaging lesson plans that fostered artistic growth while adhering to state and national standards for arts education.
- Managed materials inventory effectively, ensuring adequate supplies were available for all students'' needs without exceeding budget constraints.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adjusting lessons accordingly.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Championed the importance of arts education within the broader school community, advocating for continued support of programs that enrich students'' lives beyond academics.
- Managed art room supplies, equipment and resources to maintain consistent supply for projects.
- Taught classes on painting, collage, and color theory.
- Assessed student work and provided constructive feedback.
- Enhanced classroom instruction with multimedia presentations.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings, and meet learning needs.
Art Teacher, K-12
Charlotte Mecklenburg School System
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with best practices in art education and pedagogy.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Enhanced student creativity by implementing diverse art techniques and mediums in the curriculum.
- Managed art room supplies, equipment and resources to maintain consistent supply for projects.
- Managed a diverse range of learners, adapting lesson plans to accommodate different abilities and interests.
- Taught classes on painting, collage, and color theory.
Student Teacher
Page High School
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Stood in for teachers, checking lesson plans to provide consistent teaching to students.
- Collaborated with teaching staff to devise and implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks.
- Evaluated student progress through analysis of test scores and homework completion.
- Administered quizzes and tests, and documented grades.
- Met with parents to discuss student behaviors and needs.
- Conferred with qualified teacher to establish instructional targets and prepare lessons to cover source topics.
- Took detailed notes on teaching processes before designing lessons, adapting methods to classroom types and student interests.
Student Intern
Jones Elementary
08.2019 - 12.2019
- Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Oversaw groups of students at school and off-site locations, maintaining optimal safety and security.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
- Organized and guided activities for students, including skills practice, research and memorization tasks.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Art Education
University Of North Carolina At Greensboro
Greensboro, NC08.2021
Skills
- Individualized support
- Individualized Instruction
- Documentation Proficiency
- Classroom Oversight
- Lesson Planning
- Teaching
- Technical illustration
- Photographic editing
- Visual Art Creation
- Prepress and printing
- Painted finishes
- Oil painting
- 2D design
- Positive Reinforcement
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Organization and Planning
- Collaborative Teaching
- Student Engagement
- Fine motor skills development
- Inclusive education
- Visual arts instruction
- Sculpture Techniques
- Project-based learning
- Art history knowledge
- Textile Art Techniques
- Color Theory Expertise
- Drawing and painting
- Art materials safety
- Multimedia Art Techniques
- National Art Standards
Timeline
Elementary Art Teacher
Union County Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
Art Teacher, K-12
Charlotte Mecklenburg School System
08.2021 - 06.2023
Student Teacher
Page High School
01.2021 - 04.2021
Student Intern
Jones Elementary
08.2019 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Art Education
University Of North Carolina At Greensboro