Carrie Savage
Broken Arrow,OK
Summary
Creative Art Teacher possessing in-depth knowledge of various art theories and principles. Engaging and energetic professional certified in elementary, early childhood, and art and licensed in Oklahoma. Polished in integrating art history, art appreciation and art criticism into all lesson plans and collaborating with classroom teachers to incorporate learning through art. Committed to designing lessons to accommodate broad range of learning styles and encouraging students to reach fullest potential.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Art Teacher
Broken Arrow Public Schools
08.2018 - Current
- 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.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Provided art club after school for students to further enhance their artistic abilities.
- Taught one year in a general education 5th grade classroom.
- Taught two years in a general education 2nd grade classroom.
- Finishing my third year in the art classroom.
Kindergarten Teacher
Union Public Schools
08.2010 - 05.2017
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
Pre-K Teacher
CAP Tulsa
08.2009 - 05.2010
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
Pre-K Teacher
Tulsa Public Schools
08.2008 - 05.2010
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Promoted social-emotional development with interactive lessons on empathy, conflict resolution, and self-regulation techniques.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OK05.2006
Skills
- Focus on Artistic Techniques
- Collaborative Projects
- District Art Show
- Showcase Student Work
Certification
Elementary Education
Early Childhood Education
Art Education
Timeline
Art Teacher
Broken Arrow Public Schools
08.2018 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher
Union Public Schools
08.2010 - 05.2017
Pre-K Teacher
CAP Tulsa
08.2009 - 05.2010
Pre-K Teacher
Tulsa Public Schools
08.2008 - 05.2010
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Oklahoma State University
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