Ashley L. Murrock
Lowville,NY
Summary
Creative and dedicated Art Teacher with extensive experience fostering artistic expression and visual literacy in diverse classroom settings. Skilled in developing engaging, standards-aligned curricula that integrate art history, contemporary practices, and cross-disciplinary connections. Committed to nurturing students’ creativity, critical thinking, and technical skills through inclusive, student-centered instruction. Experienced in organizing exhibitions, collaborating with faculty and community partners, and leveraging a variety of traditional and digital media to enhance learning outcomes. Passionate about cultivating a positive studio environment that inspires confidence, innovation, and lifelong appreciation for the arts.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
K-4 Art Teacher and K-12 Adaptive Art Teacher
South Lewis Central School
01.2014 - Current
- 12 years of experience teaching K-4 Art Education
- Implementation of Art lessons
- Creation of a K-4 Art Curriculum highlighting the fundamental practices of Art, Art Vocabulary, Art History, and Art Culture that aligns with the NYS Art Standards
- 2 years of experience teaching K-12 Adaptive Art
- Implementation of Art Process vs Art Product for Adaptive Art
- Collaboration in creating a K-12 cumulative Art Curriculum that aligns and promotes the NYS Art Standards
- Participation in Tri County Art Show
- Working within the community for 2 Local Library Art shows, Turin Library and Lyons Falls Library
- Created and developed Professional Development encompassing Meditative Art to be used in classrooms
Professional Artist
Ashley L. Murrock
Lowville, NY
- Art showcased and sold at the Gallery of the Blue Frog, Lowville, NY 2026
- Application to National Art competitions, Chelsea International Art show in NYC and Artist Magazine 2025-2026
- Art showcased and sold at the Old Meat Market Art Gallery 2011-2015
- Art showcased and sold at Sterling Roots, Croghan NY 2013-2018
- Art showcased and sold at the Maximillian Art Gallery and Studio, Lowville, NY 2011-2014
- Facilitator and instructor of Oil Painting classes at the Maximillian Art Studio and Gallery
- Curated and participated in Community Art Shows at the Historical Society in Lowville, NY 2012-2015
- Solo Art Show at the Bateman Community Room, Lowville, NY Oct 2012
- Community Art Show at the Croghan Library, 2011
- Artist of the Month for Lowville Town Hall Theater, Lowville, NY Dec 2011
HS Art Substitute
South Lewis Central School District
2022 - 2024
- Substituted regularly for the HS Art Teacher in these 2 years while I was part time
- Performed and executed many original lesson plans as well as followed prepared lesson plans by HS Art Teacher
MS/HS Art Substitute 2013
South Lewis Central School District
South Lewis Central School
01.2013 - 2013
- Substituted for MS/HS Art for 8 weeks while teacher was on Maternity leave
Substitute Teacher
South Lewis Central School, Copenhagen Central School
01.2010 - 01.2014
- Substituted for HS Art
Student Teacher
Lowville Academy Central School
01.2010
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Goddard College
Plainfield, Vermont01-2018
Bachelor of Arts - Art Education/ Art Studio
SUNY Potsdam
Potsdam, New York05-2010
Combined degree - Art Education
St. Lawrence University
Canton, New York01-2010
Associates - Liberal Arts
Jefferson Community College
Watertown, New York01-2004
Regents Diploma -
Beaver River Central School
Beaver Falls, NY06-2002
Skills
- Digital and Traditional Photography
- Traditional Drawing and Painting
- Excellent team player
- Superb attention to detail
- Art history
- Fine art techniques
- Art Curation
- Presentation
- Acrylic, watercolor, tempera and oil painting
- Fostering a safe classroom environment
- Collaborative projects
- Classroom management
Certification
Professional Certification Visual Arts K-12
Timeline
K-4 Art Teacher and K-12 Adaptive Art Teacher
South Lewis Central School
01.2014 - Current
MS/HS Art Substitute 2013
South Lewis Central School District
01.2013 - 2013
Substitute Teacher
South Lewis Central School, Copenhagen Central School
01.2010 - 01.2014
Student Teacher
Lowville Academy Central School
01.2010
Combined degree - Art Education
St. Lawrence University
Associates - Liberal Arts
Jefferson Community College
Professional Artist
Ashley L. Murrock
HS Art Substitute
South Lewis Central School District
2022 - 2024
Master of Arts - Education
Goddard College
Bachelor of Arts - Art Education/ Art Studio
SUNY Potsdam
Regents Diploma -
Beaver River Central School
Community Service And Involvement
- Director of the Children's Art Barn, Harvest of the Arts Festival, Lowville, NY, 2012-2018
- President of the Arts Community of Lewis County, 2013-2016
- Volunteer for Constable Hall, Constableville, NY, Children's Arts and Crafts day, 2011
- Volunteer for the Maximillian Art Studio and Gallery, 2011-2014
- Volunteer for LYSA soccer coach, 2012-2014 and 2024