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Caleb Bales

Waco

Summary

Dynamic Advanced Art Instructor at Midway High School with a proven track record in curriculum development and team leadership. Expert in budget oversight and event planning, successfully coordinating large-scale art shows. Highly relational and detail-oriented, fostering student creativity and collaboration to achieve exceptional artistic expression and growth.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Advanced Art Instructor

Midway High School
Waco
01.2007 - 01.2025
  • Served as Chair of the Art Department, overseeing curriculum development and team alignment across elementary, middle, and high school levels.
  • Managed the annual department budget and maintained accurate financial records.
  • Led departmental meetings and mentored new teachers to ensure program quality and cohesion.
  • Coordinated large-scale events, including a student art show featuring over 500 works annually.
  • Sponsored multiple student groups, including the Art Club and Sidekicks & Sweethearts (Soccer Fan Club).
  • Chaired the Prom Committee—handled vendor coordination, décor planning, scheduling, and communication.
  • Maintained a digital portfolio for each student, documenting progress and achievements.
  • Incorporated technology into teaching methods when appropriate.
  • Managed a classroom of up to 185 students, fostering an environment conducive to learning and creativity.
  • Collaborated with parents to support students' artistic interests and academic progress.
  • Encouraged student creativity with motivation, positive feedback and constructive criticism.
  • Provided opportunities for each student to reach fullest potential through artistic, creative expression.
  • Adapted teaching methods to meet individual student needs.
  • Developed and implemented skill-building activities to build students' abilities.
  • Established an effective system for grading student artwork based on criteria established with the class.

Youth Pastor

Hewitt Community Church
Hewitt
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Led weekly Bible studies, and coordinated statewide events and excursions for youth and families.
  • Maintained relationships with parents and church leadership across generational lines.
  • Oversaw the ministry budget and handled logistics for recurring and special programming.
  • Created lesson plans and managed all communications for youth programs, and event promotion.
  • Prepared participants for roles in ceremonies, services or events.
  • Recruited volunteers to help with various church events.
  • Conducted outreach activities in local schools and communities.
  • Brought attention to youth ministry contributions through congregational awareness initiatives.

Education

B.S.Ed. - Education (Art Focus)

Baylor University
Waco, TX
01.2007

Skills

  • Executive scheduling and calendar management
  • Event Planning & Itinerary Building
  • Budget Oversight and Purchasing
  • Team Leadership and Mentorship
  • Microsoft Office and Google Suite
  • Classroom and behavior management
  • ESchool Plus
  • Schoology
  • Confidentiality and Professional Communication
  • Strong written and verbal presentation skills
  • Highly Relational
  • Detail-oriented
  • Calm under pressure
  • Curriculum development
  • Artistic technique instruction
  • Collaboration with parents
  • Creative thinking
  • Course development
  • Curriculum design
  • Effective communication
  • Portfolio assessment
  • Relationship building
  • Collaborative projects
  • Student teaching supervision
  • Creativity and artistic expression

Certification

  • Texas Education Agency Teaching Certificate
  • Apple Teacher

Accomplishments

  • Selected as High School Teacher of the Year, 2013-2014
  • Selected as Teacher of the Week
  • Selected as Teacher of Honor for Showcase of Stars (Top 50 Graduating Students) for 14 years

Affiliations

  • Member of TAEA
  • Member of ATPE

Timeline

Youth Pastor

Hewitt Community Church
01.2019 - 01.2021

Advanced Art Instructor

Midway High School
01.2007 - 01.2025

B.S.Ed. - Education (Art Focus)

Baylor University

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