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Aurora Murphy

Aurora Murphy

Appleton

Summary

Dynamic art educator with a proven track record at Hortonville Area School District, adept at lesson planning and fostering student engagement. Skilled in curriculum development and team collaboration, I inspire creativity and personal expression through innovative art instruction, enhancing students' artistic skills and confidence in their abilities.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Art Teacher

Hortonville Area School District
Greenville
08.2023 - Current
  • Developed engaging lesson plans to foster student creativity and artistic skills.
  • Instructed students in various art techniques and mediums, enhancing their artistic expression.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to integrate art into cross-curricular projects and activities.

Special Education Teacher

The Richardson School
Appleton
03.2022 - 08.2023
  • Established and maintained cooperative working relationships with students, parents, and schools.
  • Assisted in transitioning students from one educational setting to another.

Gallery Assistant

Edgewood Art Gallery
06.2021 - 08.2021
  • Assisted with daily operations and maintained gallery cleanliness and organization.
  • Supported artists during exhibitions by preparing artwork for display.
  • Engaged with visitors, providing information about current exhibits and artists.

Art Teacher

Hands On Art Studio
06.2019 - 09.2019
  • Guided students in developing artistic talents and providing positive feedback.
  • Implemented hands-on art activities to encourage active participation, involvement, and teamwork.
  • Encouraged students to develop personal styles and express feelings through art mediums.

Youth Art Instructor

The Art Garage
04.2021
  • Developed lesson plans integrating visual arts with language arts and history.
  • Organized special projects for students with advanced skills or seeking challenges.
  • Taught differentiated art activities tailored for disabled adults.

Education

Master of Science - Educational Leadership And Management

University of Wisconsin Green Bay
Green Bay
05-2025

BACHELORS OF FINE ARTS -

University of Wisconsin Stevens Point
Stevens Point, WI
05.2021

Skills

  • Lesson planning
  • Student engagement
  • Art instruction
  • Curriculum development
  • Team collaboration

Certification

Wisconsin Certified Teaching License

Awards

  • Sentry Insurance Scholarship for excellent work in Sculpture
  • Pineries Bank Scholarship for Excellence in Studio Art
  • Art Bash Juried Exhibition - Best in Show
  • Art & Design Scholarship Competition

Timeline

Art Teacher

Hortonville Area School District
08.2023 - Current

Special Education Teacher

The Richardson School
03.2022 - 08.2023

Gallery Assistant

Edgewood Art Gallery
06.2021 - 08.2021

Youth Art Instructor

The Art Garage
04.2021

Art Teacher

Hands On Art Studio
06.2019 - 09.2019

Master of Science - Educational Leadership And Management

University of Wisconsin Green Bay

BACHELORS OF FINE ARTS -

University of Wisconsin Stevens Point
Aurora Murphy