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Candace Venable

Detroit,MI

Summary

Passionate educator and leader with a strong background in social-emotional learning, trauma-informed care, and arts-based youth engagement. Experienced in supervising teams, facilitating culturally responsive programming, and building inclusive, emotionally safe environments. Dedicated to supporting youth through creative expression, mindfulness, and community-centered practices.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Social Emotional Learning Advocate

Inkster Preparatory Academy
08.2024 - 06.2025
  • Taught social-emotional skills through art, helping children express and manage their emotions creatively.
  • Led mindfulness sessions, incorporating meditation and breathing techniques to support emotional regulation.
  • Facilitated small group work, guiding children through identifying and processing emotions in a safe space.
  • Instructed on emotional awareness, teaching children how to sit with and manage both difficult and positive emotions.

Art Teacher

Chandler Park Academy Elementary
11.2023 - 06.2024
  • Managed art room supplies, equipment and resources to maintain consistent supply for projects.
  • Managed a diverse range of learners, adapting lesson plans to accommodate different abilities and interests.
  • Enhanced student creativity by incorporating various art mediums and techniques into lessons.
  • Developed and implemented engaging art lessons for students in grades kindergarten through 5th.

Teacher

Detroit Public Schools
07.2021 - 06.2023
  • Developed strong relationships with students and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.

Site Supervisor

Allied
11.2009 - 12.2010
  • Exercised strong leadership in managing and directing a team of 12, fostering a professional, disciplined, and high-performing team environment.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to promote site efficiency and productivity.
  • Served as the key point of contact between executive leadership and on-site management, ensuring alignment with company objectives and the consistent execution of high standards across all operations.

Assistant Site Supervisor

Allied
02.2007 - 10.2009
  • Coordinated scheduling and break rotations for a team of 15 to ensure consistent coverage and operational efficiency.
  • Responded to incoming calls and delivered high-quality customer service in a professional and timely manner.
  • Monitored staff needs and provided break relief as necessary to maintain performance and compliance with labor policies.

Education

Bachelor of Arts -

Chapman University
Orange, CA

M-ARC Teaching Certification

University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI

Skills

  • Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Curriculum Design
  • Mindfulness-Based Instruction
  • Emotional Regulation Strategies
  • Trauma-Informed Teaching Practices
  • Conflict Resolution and Peer Mediation
  • Restorative Practices
  • Classroom Community Building

Timeline

Social Emotional Learning Advocate

Inkster Preparatory Academy
08.2024 - 06.2025

Art Teacher

Chandler Park Academy Elementary
11.2023 - 06.2024

Teacher

Detroit Public Schools
07.2021 - 06.2023

Site Supervisor

Allied
11.2009 - 12.2010

Assistant Site Supervisor

Allied
02.2007 - 10.2009

Bachelor of Arts -

Chapman University

M-ARC Teaching Certification

University of Michigan

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