Brianna Kolodny
Marblehead,MA
Summary
Detail-oriented, creative thinking teaching professional with 10+ years of experience and a proven knowledge of classroom management, instructional techniques, and curriculum implementation. Aiming to leverage my knowledge and skills to successfully fill the Substitute Teacher role at the Village School.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
North Shore Glass School
Salem, MA
11.2021 - Current
- Developed strategies to effectively manage classroom behavior, promote positive learning environment and ensure student safety.
- Organized and used variety of teaching technique, maximizing individual and group learning.
- Engaged students in critical thinking skills through inquiry based activities that encouraged creative problem solving.
- Demonstrated ability to create engaging and interactive lesson plans for students of all ages and abilities.
- Created flexible academic programs and classroom environments, promoting learning and personal growth.
- Facilitated small group instruction sessions tailored towards specific learner needs while maintaining focus on overall class objectives.
- Created and maintained clean, safe and organized learning environment.
Art Teacher
Lynn Public Schools
Lynn, MA
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Created and safe learning environment for students to explore their creativity and express themselves through visual arts.
- Guided students in developing artistic talents and providing positive feedback.
- Implemented hands-on art activities to encourage active participation, involvement and teamwork.
- Instructed students on proper use of materials, tools and techniques for creative artwork.
- Developed and implemented creative, engaging art lesson plans to meet the needs of diverse student populations.
- Demonstrated strong organizational skills in managing classroom supplies and equipment.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving among students.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student progress.
- Adapted instructional methods based on varying levels of skill within the classroom setting.
- Adapted lesson plans and activities to accommodate individual student needs.
- Integrated technology into the curriculum to enhance artistic expression.
Art Teacher(tenured)
Elizabeth Public School
Elizabeth, NJ
07.2009 - 08.2013
- Founding faculty member of a gifted and talented school with a concentration in the arts, Blue Ribbon School recipient and recognized as a Model School in the Arts.
- Provided a wealth of exhibition, competitions and juried art show experiences where my students were presented with countless student achievement of excellence awards.
- Created, planned and implemented rigorous individual and group instruction that met needs of diverse student population.
- Instructed students, differentiated curriculum, monitored student work, provided feedback and suggested instructional approaches and strategies.
- Maintained lesson plans and assessments in the online database to clearly communicate and collaborate with the faculty, administration and parent community.
- Implemented various enrichment opportunities some requiring grant writing or special permits.
- Allocated and budgeted funds to procure materials to ensure a robust curriculum and enrichment opportunities.
- Worked toward achievement of personal, professional, school and District goals.
Art Teacher
Marblehead Community Charter Public School
Marblehead, MA
06.2003 - 07.2008
- Partnered with colleagues to plan, create and deliver interdisciplinary lesson plans and collaborative thematic units of study resulting in exhibition throughout the school year.
- Curriculum development, benchmark development and assessment development based off the Massachusetts State Frameworks.
- Promoted critical thinking through inquiry, problem solving and reflection with the use of interdisciplinary project based learning.
- Developed and implemented innovative methods for providing instruction to students.
- Provided substantive, timely and constructive feedback to students and parents of formal and informal assessments and progress.
- Utilized effective instructional practices differentiated to needs of each student in the learning community.
- Developed, monitored and tracked metrics supporting budget needs of the art department.
- Assessed student progress to refine instruction and meet student needs.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Illustration
University of Hartford
West Hartford, CT05-2003
High School Diploma -
Marblehead High School
Marblehead, MA05-1999
Skills
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Student assessment
- Differentiated instruction
- Parent communication
- Growth Mindset
- Organizational skills
- Student-centered learning
Accomplishments
- National Blue Ribbon School
- New Jersey Model School in the Arts
Certification
- Massachusetts Teaching Certificate: Visual Arts
- New Jersey Teaching Certificate: Visual Arts
Timeline
Teacher
North Shore Glass School
11.2021 - Current
Art Teacher
Lynn Public Schools
08.2021 - 06.2022
Art Teacher(tenured)
Elizabeth Public School
07.2009 - 08.2013
Art Teacher
Marblehead Community Charter Public School
06.2003 - 07.2008
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Illustration
University of Hartford
High School Diploma -
Marblehead High School
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