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Bryan D. Wziontko

Newington

Summary

Dynamic public artist and dedicated art educator with a proven track record at Rocky Hill High School. Expert in curriculum development and ceramics, fostering student success and national recognition. Adept in community outreach and collaborative projects, enhancing public art initiatives and inspiring creativity in diverse learners. Awarded CAEA Art Teacher of the Year (2022).

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Public Artist

Town of West Hartford
West Hartford
01.2021 - Current
  • Commissioned by the Town of West Hartford to create public art installations: WeHa Bear Fair for APK Charities (2021), WeHa Dog Walk for APK Charities (2022).
  • Featured on WTNH Channel News and the cover of the town magazine for public art contributions.
  • Commissioned by Mayor Erin Stewart of New Britain, CT, to paint a high voltage box celebrating Polish culture (2016).
  • Participated in Open Studios Hartford Art Show (October 2018).
  • Artwork published in the Hartford Courant: 'Man in Box' (August 2010).

Art Teacher

Rocky Hill High School
Rocky Hill
09.2011 - Current
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive art curricula, including ceramics, metal embossing, basketry, stained glass, and bookmaking.
  • Mentored students who achieved national recognition: National K-12 Ceramic Exhibition Foundation, Inc. (2017, 2021, 2024), Gold Key and CAEA Best in Ceramics at CT Regional Art Scholastic Awards (2016).
  • Collaborated with colleagues to enhance curriculum and promote interdisciplinary learning.
  • Organized annual Saggar Fire field trips to provide hands-on ceramic firing experiences.
  • Nominated for Teacher of the Year at Rocky Hill High School (2021-2022).
  • Awarded CAEA Art Teacher of the Year for Secondary Level (2022).

Education

Master of Education - Educational Leadership

American College of Education
Indianapolis, Indiana
05.2025

Master of Science - Art Education, Concentration in Ceramics

Central Connecticut State University
New Britain, CT
05.2020

Master of Education - Instructional Design and Technology

Post University
Waterbury, CT
08.2016

Certification - Art Education

Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CT

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Illustration

Paier College of Art
Hamden, CT

Skills

  • Curriculum development
  • Teacher mentorship
  • Program assessment
  • Ceramics
  • Illustration
  • Mixed media
  • Public art installations
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Google Workspace
  • Instructional design tools
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Community outreach
  • Collaborative team building

Certification

  • Connecticut State Teaching Certification in Art (042)
  • Eligible for Intermediate Administrator Certification (092)

Leadership And Community Engagement

  • Commissioned by the Town of West Hartford to create public art installations: WeHa Bear Fair for APK Charities (2021), WeHa Dog Walk for APK Charities (2022).
  • Featured on WTNH Channel News and the cover of the town magazine for public art contributions.
  • Commissioned by Mayor Erin Stewart of New Britain, CT, to paint a high voltage box celebrating Polish culture (2016).
  • Participated in Open Studios Hartford Art Show (10/18).
  • Artwork published in the Hartford Courant: 'Man in Box' (08/10).

Timeline

Public Artist

Town of West Hartford
01.2021 - Current

Art Teacher

Rocky Hill High School
09.2011 - Current

Master of Education - Educational Leadership

American College of Education

Master of Science - Art Education, Concentration in Ceramics

Central Connecticut State University

Master of Education - Instructional Design and Technology

Post University

Certification - Art Education

Southern Connecticut State University

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Illustration

Paier College of Art

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